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Anaya Malik
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Editor & VP of Content of the American Medical Journal. Publisher of open access eJournals in Dermatology, Neurology, Respiratory, Oncology, Microbiology & ID, and Rheumatology content. Free subscription: https://www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/mailing-list/
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Explore our three most read stories of 2025:

The 2024 Revised McDonald Criteria: AAN 2025 Highlights
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Investigating FDA Reports of Tirzepatide-Thyroid Cancer Connection
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The Surprising Link Between Almond Consumption and Gut Health
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December 19, 2025 at 11:59 AM
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🧠🩺 This meta-analysis on male circumcision and cervical cancer risk has sparked debate.

What would make this more balanced or more clinically clear (framing, context, limitations)?

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#Oncology #CervicalCancer #HPV
Male Circumcision Linked to Reduced Cervical Cancer Risk
A systematic review links male circumcision to significantly lower risk of Cervical Cancer and lesions in female partners. Learn the public health impacts.
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January 9, 2026 at 1:28 PM
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✨🔬 Review links lasers and energy-based devices to reduced cellular senescence and early signs of rejuvenation in aging skin.

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#AMJDermatology #Dermatology #SkinAging
Can Lasers And Energy-Based Devices Reverse Skin Aging?
This systematic review suggests lasers and energy-based devices may reduce cellular senescence, supporting skin rejuvenation, anti-fragility, and longevity through hormetic effects on aging skin cells...
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December 5, 2025 at 11:07 AM
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🧬 IDWeek 2025 recap: prevention-first HIV PrEP, RSV and maternal–infant updates, inpatient ID shifts, and leadership messages on equity and public trust, written by Dr Majd Alsoubani @tuftsmedschool.bsky.social

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IDWeek 2025: Key Discussions and Breakthroughs
ATLANTA, Georgia, USA, homebase for the CDC and a fitting stage for public health discourse, welcomed thousands of clinicians, scientists...
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December 4, 2025 at 8:27 PM
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AMJ Microbiology and Infectious Diseases journal is out now!

Inside, discover key insights from IDWeek 2025 from evolving strategies in HIV prevention to stewardship innovations and much more

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December 3, 2025 at 8:43 AM
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💨 Inhalers prescribed for asthma and COPD in the U.S. released nearly 25 million metric tons of greenhouse gases over the last decade, 98% from metered-dose inhalers. Could greener options cut emissions?

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#AMJRespiratory #ClimateHealth #Sustainability
US Inhaler Use Drives Rising Greenhouse Gas Emissions
A U.S. analysis found inhalers for asthma and COPD generated nearly 25 million metric tons of CO₂ emissions between 2014 and 2024, with costs exceeding $5 billion.
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December 4, 2025 at 1:16 PM
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💉 Intradermal botulinum toxin A shows strong efficacy in reducing post-acne erythema and improving skin appearance in a split-face randomized trial, with high satisfaction and minimal side effects reported by patients.

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#AMJDermatology #AestheticMedicine
Treating Post Acne Redness with Botulinum Toxin A
Randomized split face trial suggests intradermal botulinum toxin A for post acne erythema reduces redness and sebum versus broadband light with similar short term safety.
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December 3, 2025 at 4:17 PM
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🧩 Interdisciplinary guidance redefines persistent idiopathic facial pain as a shared challenge for neurologists and dentists, calling for coordinated assessment and integrated behavioral and pharmacologic care.

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#AMJNeurology #ChronicPain #FacialPain
Understanding Persistent Idiopathic Facial Pain in Practice
This commentary on persistent idiopathic facial pain urges balanced dental and neurologic assessment, clearer differential diagnosis with migraine, and pragmatic combined behavioral and pharmacologic ...
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December 2, 2025 at 5:03 PM
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💉 Tezepelumab treatment enabled many patients to reduce or stop oral steroids without loss of asthma control in a global Phase IIIb study.

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#AMJRespiratory #Asthma #LungHealth
Tezepelumab Cuts Oral Steroid Use in Severe Asthma
Phase 3b WAYFINDER data show tezepelumab oral corticosteroid reduction in severe asthma, with nearly 90 percent reaching 5 mg or less and half discontinuing steroids while maintaining control.
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December 2, 2025 at 4:56 PM
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🫁🧬 Preclinical signal: can lung clots protect? Moderate thrombosis in sepsis ARDS limited endothelial injury via ALOX15-driven lipids.

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New Clues to Protecting Lungs in Sepsis Lung Injury
Mouse and human data suggest endothelial ALOX15 and its lipids may help turn some lung clots into protection in sepsis lung injury, highlighting future therapeutic opportunities.
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November 25, 2025 at 11:43 AM
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🦠💉 Intranasal vaccine shows early promise against bird flu, priming strong mucosal and systemic immunity and broadening responses across diverse H5N1 clades after an IM booster dose.

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Intranasal Vaccine Boosts Protection Against Bird Flu
Phase I trial finds an intranasal H5N1 vaccine safely primes mucosal and systemic immunity and enables broad cross clade responses after booster dosing, supporting future influenza pandemic preparedne...
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November 13, 2025 at 11:43 AM
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💡 A new early warning model can predict acne recurrence with 85% accuracy, highlighting how BMI, poor diet, stress, and late nights raise relapse risk, while small habits like weekly pillowcase changes protect skin.

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#AMJDermatology #SkinHealth
Key Lifestyle Factors Behind Acne Recurrence
A new clinical model accurately predicts acne recurrence, highlighting lifestyle and psychological risk factors that can guide early intervention and personalized care.
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November 12, 2025 at 1:07 PM
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💨 New data show lung cancer survival has risen to nearly 30%, driven by screening and precision medicine. Yet experts caution that funding cuts could slow advances in prevention, diagnosis, and equitable access to care.

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Lung Cancer Survival Improves, but Funding Threats Loom
Lung cancer survival rates are rising across the U.S. thanks to early detection and new treatments, but funding cuts could jeopardize these life-saving advancements.
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November 11, 2025 at 5:28 PM
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📊 COVID-19 disrupted cancer patterns, and men were hit harder. National data reveal sharper declines in cancer diagnoses among men than women during the pandemic, altering long-term detection and prevention trends.

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#AMJOncology #CancerResearch
COVID-19 Altered Cancer Rates Differently for Men and Women
A population-based study found enduring sex differences in cancer incidence after COVID-19, with males and females showing distinct postpandemic patterns across tumor types.
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November 11, 2025 at 5:25 PM
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🧠 New data reveal rural Americans aged 45+ face higher rates of modifiable dementia risk factors such as obesity, diabetes, hearing loss underscoring the need for targeted prevention and better access to care.

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#AMJMicrobiology #PublicHealth #DementiaPrevention
Rural Americans Face Higher Burden of Dementia Risk
New data reveal U.S. adults in rural areas face higher rates of modifiable dementia risk factors, underscoring the need for targeted prevention strategies.
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November 11, 2025 at 2:19 PM
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🧴☀️ New finding: Sunscreens purchased online sometimes contain no UV-filter actives whatsoever. That means zero UVB or UVA protection, branding only.

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#AMJDermatology #SkinHealth
Poor-Quality Sunscreens Show No UV Protection
New analysis shows poor-quality sunscreen products purchased online can lack UV filters entirely and therefore provide no photoprotection, placing users at substantial cutaneous risk.
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November 10, 2025 at 5:32 PM
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🤖 Artificial neural networks predicted overall and progression-free survival in adults aged 65+ with head and neck cancer after chemoradiation, using standard clinical variables across 19 global centers.

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#AMJOncology #CancerResearch
AI Outcome Prediction for Chemoradiation in Head and Neck Cancer
Artificial neural networks predicted overall and progression-free survival after chemoradiation in older adults with head and neck cancer, enabling pragmatic risk stratification to inform personalized...
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November 6, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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💨 Inspiratory muscle training appears to enhance exercise tolerance in adults with post-COVID-19 syndrome. Trials show gains in inspiratory strength, diaphragmatic thickness, and six-minute walk distance.

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#AMJRespiratory #PostCOVID
Inspiratory Muscle Training May Boost Post-COVID Exercise Tolerance
Systematic review suggests inspiratory muscle training improves exercise tolerance and respiratory parameters in post-COVID-19 syndrome, though protocols vary and larger standardized trials are needed...
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November 6, 2025 at 7:59 PM
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📈 Achalasia hospitalizations surged over a decade. Rising admissions signal burden and care gaps in motility disorder.

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Achalasia Hospitalizations Reflect Major Decade Shift
This U.S. trend analysis of achalasia hospitalizations reports rising POEM adoption more comorbid patients and increasing cost pressures across a decade of inpatient care.
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November 6, 2025 at 7:58 PM
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🎯🔍 Gaps in GP confidence are shaping dermatology referrals. Targeted training could improve triage quality. Study shows modules aid.

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Improving Dermatology Referrals: Addressing Gaps in Doctor Confidence
Foundation doctors report limited confidence in dermatology skills, with mismatched expectations from dermatologists. This study highlights the need for better dermatology training and clearer referra...
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November 5, 2025 at 12:51 PM
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🧠 Why do outcomes vary in pediatric cerebral malaria? Researchers found that deaths arise from diverse causes, not just cerebral herniation, but also systemic organ failure, suggesting new directions for targeted interventions.

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Clinical Drivers of Outcome in Cerebral Malaria
Cause-specific mortality patterns in paediatric cerebral malaria revealed multiple distinct immediate causes of death indicating possible dilution of brain-focused therapeutic effects in clinical tria...
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November 4, 2025 at 10:51 AM
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🦠 New AMJ infographic: Post-exposure prophylaxis must evolve with shifting COVID-19 variants...

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The publication of this infographic was funded by an unrestricted educational grant from Shionogi Inc. (US).

#AMJMicrobiology #InfectiousDiseases
Role of Post-Exposure Prophylaxis in COVID-19
Hospitalizations due to COVID-19 have declined, but SARS-CoV-2 transmission remains high in high-exposure settings and...
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November 3, 2025 at 12:45 PM
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🦴✨ Bone manipulation may enhance wound healing by boosting microcirculation and tissue repair. Study links effect to angiogenesis.

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#AMJRheumatology #AutoimmuneDisease
How Does Bone Manipulation Influence Wound Healing?
This case series reports limb salvage with transverse tibial transport showing complete healing in recalcitrant diabetic foot ulcers with no pin site infections.
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November 3, 2025 at 11:28 AM
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💡 Three monthly autologous platelet-rich plasma injections significantly improved hair density, reduced shedding and raised patient satisfaction scores in moderate to severe androgenetic alopecia. Safe, promising and minimally invasive.

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#AMJDermatology #HairLoss
Platelet-Rich Plasma Injections Boost Hair Growth
A prospective trial found that autologous platelet-rich plasma injections significantly improved hair density and satisfaction in patients with androgenetic alopecia.
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October 31, 2025 at 4:19 PM
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🧠 Prior concussion, not just years in contact sport, shows clear ties to altered cortical microstructure in collegiate athletes, hinting at early neurotrauma risk.

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#AMJNeurology #SportsMedicine
Contact Sports and Concussion Affect Brain Structure
New imaging data suggest prior concussion alters cortical microstructure and surface area in young athletes, highlighting early neurotrauma effects in contact sports.
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October 28, 2025 at 3:08 PM