# infectious disease (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 14 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover infectious disease. Page: Feed: --- ## [Weight loss is associated with improved vascular function in patients with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease](https://www.2minutemedicine.com/weight-loss-is-associated-with-improved-vascular-function-in-patients-with-metabolic-dysfunction-associated-steatotic-liver-disease/) _2026-08-21 · Paary Balakumar · Chronic Disease | 2 Minute Medicine_ 1. Short-term dietary weight loss targeting hepatic fat reduction was associated with measurable improvements in arterial stiffness, endothelial function, and cardiovascular risk scores in metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) patients. 2. These vascular improvements did not correlate directly with the magnitude of hepatic triglyceride reduction, suggesting the vascular… ## [Before its recent Phase 3 LSD win, Definium modeled up to $70,000 a year for a therapy that could fill a clinical shift](https://www.drugdiscoverytrends.com/before-its-recent-phase-3-lsd-win-definium-modeled-up-to-70000-a-year-for-a-therapy-that-could-fill-a-clinical-shift/) _2026-08-21 · Brian Buntz · Drug Discovery and Development_ New York City–based Definium recently announced positive data from its Phase 3 Voyage trial of DT120, an orally disintegrating 100 µg dose of LSD in adults with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). The company announced positive Phase 3 results for the same compound for major depressive disorder (MDD) in June. Now the company needs to convince… The post Before its recent Phase 3 LSD win, Definium… ## [Positive psychotherapy may be similarly effective to traditional cognitive behavioural therapy for panic disorder](https://www.2minutemedicine.com/positive-psychotherapy-may-be-similarly-effective-to-traditional-cognitive-behavioural-therapy-for-panic-disorder/) _2026-08-21 · Paary Balakumar · Chronic Disease | 2 Minute Medicine_ 1. Positive Psychotherapy (PPT) produced anxiety and well-being outcomes statistically comparable to standard CBT, suggesting it may be a viable alternative for patients who do not respond to or prefer not to pursue traditional exposure-based treatment. 2. Both interventions demonstrated durable, clinically meaningful improvement sustained at three-month follow-up in an online group format… ## [What is the deal with the new U.S. childhood vaccine schedule?](https://thosenerdygirls.org/childhood-vaccine-update/) _2026-08-21 · Sandy Laping · Those Nerdy Girls_ UPDATE: Recently, the President signed an executive order involving childhood vaccines in the United States. This follows a January 2026 announcement from the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) that changed the childhood vaccine schedule, but that change has been paused by the courts. This executive order is very similar to that January announcement. Read more... The post What is the… ## [SIMB Notebook: The Frontiers of Protein Engineering](https://omicsomics.blogspot.com/2026/08/simb-notebook-frontiers-of-protein.html) _2026-08-21 · Keith Robison · Omics! Omics!_ The Society for Industrial Microbiology (SIMB) annual meeting in Austin the first week of the month was great fun. I caught up with two Warpers, saw some other contacts from that era and met a bunch of new friends. Plus I showed the flag for autonomous laboratories with a talk in a session on applying AI to the field - and got a chance to talk to multiple users of our systems at customer sites.… ## [expert reaction to opinion piece and literature review about risk of transmission of amyloid β pathology via transfused blood products](https://www.sciencemediacentre.org/expert-reaction-to-opinion-piece-and-literature-review-about-risk-of-transmission-of-amyloid-%ce%b2-pathology-via-transfused-blood-products/) _2026-08-20 · Science Media Centre · Science Media Centre_ An opinion piece and literature review published in The Lancet looks at the risk of amyloid beta transmission through transfused blood products. … read more ## [Metabolic stability: The defining challenge for multifunctional peptides](https://www.drugdiscoverytrends.com/metabolic-stability-the-defining-challenge-for-multifunctional-peptides/) _2026-08-20 · Dr. Hanlin Tao, Haijuan Liu · Drug Discovery and Development_ The demand for peptide therapeutics has grown rapidly in recent years, as the success of GLP-1 drugs has catapulted them to the forefront of developers’ and sponsors’ minds. Although peptides still represent a relatively small share of FDA-approved therapeutics, they offer distinct advantages in treating diseases where small-molecule drugs or therapeutic antibodies fall short. The… The post… ## [How can UK rail networks cope under hotter temperatures?](https://www.sciencemediacentre.org/how-can-uk-rail-networks-cope-under-hotter-temperatures/) _2026-08-20 · Science Media Centre · Science Media Centre_ While the Rail Accident Investigation Branch (RAIB) initial report into the Lewes train crash reports “a track geometry irregularity existed on the … read more ## [As 59% fewer pharma companies cut staff in Q2 in 2026, job postings rise 15%](https://www.drugdiscoverytrends.com/as-59-fewer-pharma-companies-cut-staff-in-q2-in-2026-job-postings-rise-15/) _2026-08-20 · Brian Buntz · Drug Discovery and Development_ 2022 was a big year for layoffs in biopharma. So were the next three. Novartis, for instance, outlined plans to cut up to 8,000 jobs in 2022, after pharmaceutical industry job cuts jumped 280% in 2021. Biogen followed in 2023 with a “Fit for Growth” program that put roughly 1,000 roles on the block. Bristol… The post As 59% fewer pharma companies cut staff in Q2 in 2026, job postings rise 15%… ## [expert reaction to RCPCH review of the impact of vaping on children](https://www.sciencemediacentre.org/expert-reaction-to-rcpch-review-of-the-impact-of-vaping-on-children/) _2026-08-19 · Science Media Centre · Science Media Centre_ A review published in the Archives of Disease in Childhood looks at the impact of vaping on children. Dr … read more ## [Retro Grid Dungeon Crawler (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/Wug85gs3vXvX) _2026-08-19 · **Sponsored**_ Retro grid movement with first-person combat, loot and skill-tree progression. ## [Brain-predicted age difference may reliably predict dementia progression](https://www.2minutemedicine.com/brain-predicted-age-difference-may-reliably-predict-dementia-progression/) _2026-08-19 · Paary Balakumar · Neurology | 2 Minute Medicine_ 1. Brain-predicted age difference (brain-PAD) is a robust, reproducible predictor of dementia progression across two independent estimation methods, and it is most clinically useful in subjective cognitive decline, where it can help identify low-risk patients and reassure the “worried well,” rather than in mild cognitive impairment, where visual rating scales already capture most prognostically… ## [expert reaction to top line results from the Phase 3 INTerpath-001 trial looking at an mRNA vaccine (intismeran) in combination with pembrolizumab for patients with completely resected stage IIB-IV melanoma](https://www.sciencemediacentre.org/expert-reaction-to-top-line-results-from-the-phase-3-interpath-001-trial-looking-at-an-mrna-vaccine-intismeran-in-combination-with-pembrolizumab-for-patients-with-completely-resected-stage-iib-iv-me/) _2026-08-19 · Science Media Centre · Science Media Centre_ Scientists comment on phase 3 results from the INTerpath-001 trial looking at an mRNA vaccine for melanoma. Sam Barrell, … read more ## [Physician optimism: What do you think about your specialty?](https://todayshospitalist.com/physician-optimism-what-do-you-think-about-your-specialty/) _2026-08-19 · Edward Doyle · Today's Hospitalist_ How optimistic are physicians about their specialties? A Medscape survey that asked doctors to rank their specialties in the short- and long-term found that specialties like internal medicine ranked among the lowest. Here’s a look at the data. Physician optimism: three-year outlook When asked about the future, 16 of the 29 specialties surveyed said they were \[…\] The post Physician optimism: What… ## [August is National Immunization Awareness Month.](https://thosenerdygirls.org/national-immunization-awareness-month-2/) _2026-08-19 · Sandy Laping · Those Nerdy Girls_ Those Nerdy Girls trust vaccines and know they’ve saved many lives so we are taking a moment to celebrate them in August, since it is National Immunization Awareness Month. At Those Nerdy Girls, we argue that no breakthrough has been more important in keeping us healthy than the development of vaccines! Instead of hoping there Read more... The post August is National Immunization Awareness Month.… ## [expert reaction to the TV show ‘The Great ADHD Myth?](https://www.sciencemediacentre.org/expert-reaction-to-the-tv-show-the-great-adhd-myth/) _2026-08-19 · Science Media Centre · Science Media Centre_ Scientists comment on the Channel 4 TV show ‘The Great ADHD Myth?’ Prof Katya Rubia, Professor of Cognitive Neuroscience, … read more ## [HiFi's Not Very Pacific Waters](https://omicsomics.blogspot.com/2026/08/hifis-not-very-pacific-waters.html) _2026-08-19 · Keith Robison · Omics! Omics!_ PacBio had a major shakeup early this month. First came a large round of layoffs, which caught several individuals who were very much the face of innovation on social media. Next came the sudden retirement of CEO Christian Henry, who has appeared in this space multiple times, and the elevation of CFO Mark Van Oene to the top seat. Read more » ## [expert reaction to prospective parallel cohort study looking at London’s ULEZ (Ultra Low Emission Zone) and lung function growth in children in London versus Luton](https://www.sciencemediacentre.org/expert-reaction-to-prospective-parallel-cohort-study-looking-at-londons-ulez-ultra-low-emission-zone-and-lung-function-growth-in-children-in-london-versus-luton/) _2026-08-18 · Science Media Centre · Science Media Centre_ A cohort published in the Lancet Public Health looks at London’s Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) and lung function in children. … read more ## [ULEZ and lung function in children in London](https://www.sciencemediacentre.org/ulez-and-lung-function-in-children-in-london/) _2026-08-18 · Science Media Centre · Science Media Centre_ Traffic-related air pollution is a risk factor for lung disease. Clean air zones are public health policy interventions aiming to … read more ## [How Sheba Medical Center became OpenAI’s first international hospital partner](https://www.drugdiscoverytrends.com/how-sheba-medical-center-became-openais-first-international-hospital-partner/) _2026-08-18 · Brian Buntz · Drug Discovery and Development_ OpenAI’s first international hospital partnership is taking shape at a giant medical center where English is not the default language and where the electronic health record does not come from Epic, the dominant U.S. EHR vendor. That institution is Sheba Medical Center, the Israel-based medical center with its own 50-plus-person AI Center within ARC, its… The post How Sheba Medical Center became… ## [Diffusion-weighted imaging may aid in prognostication for intracerebral hemorrhage](https://www.2minutemedicine.com/diffusion-weighted-imaging-may-aid-in-prognostication-for-intracerebral-hemorrhage/) _2026-08-18 · Paary Balakumar · Neurology | 2 Minute Medicine_ 1. Diffusion-weighted imaging (DWI)-positive lesions are common after intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH) and serve as an independent biomarker of cerebral small vessel disease (cSVD) severity and worse 6-month functional outcome, supporting their potential use in prognostication and clinical trial patient selection. 2. The anatomical distribution of DWI-positive lesions may help distinguish cerebral… ## [Snapshot Showdown on Google Play (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/PbDXoUzs0iOY) _2026-08-18 · **Sponsored**_ Available on Google Play for Android devices. ## [FDA issues final PDUFA meeting guidance, expands use of written responses](https://www.drugdiscoverytrends.com/fda-issues-final-pdufa-meeting-guidance-expands-use-of-written-responses/) _2026-08-18 · Julia Rock-Torcivia · Drug Discovery and Development_ The FDA has finalized new guidelines for meetings between the FDA and sponsors or applicants relating to the development and review of drugs or biological products under the Prescription Drug User Fee Act (PDUFA). The FDA first published the draft guidance on Sept. 22, 2023, when it collected public comment on the guidelines. The final guidelines contain several changes from the draft, including… ## [expert reaction to UK Salmonella outbreak](https://www.sciencemediacentre.org/expert-reaction-to-uk-salmonella-outbreak/) _2026-08-18 · Science Media Centre · Science Media Centre_ Scientists comment on a Salmonella outbreak in the UK announced in a report from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA). … read more ## [A new type of flu vaccine was just approved.](https://thosenerdygirls.org/flu-vaccine-approved/) _2026-08-18 · Sandy Laping · Those Nerdy Girls_ mFlusiva, or mRNA-1010, is a new type of flu vaccine made by Moderna to protect against flu. It has recently received final approval and will hopefully be available this fall for adults over 50. What is mFlusiva and how is it different from the other flu vaccines? This new type of flu vaccine is based Read more... The post A new type of flu vaccine was just approved. appeared first on Those Nerdy… ## [Gilead and Nucleai probe why target-positive tumors can still resist ADCs](https://www.drugdiscoverytrends.com/gilead-and-nucleai-probe-why-target-positive-tumors-can-still-resist-adcs/) _2026-08-18 · Brian Buntz · Drug Discovery and Development_ Antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) have emerged as one of the busiest and most crowded niches within oncology, given their potential to use an antibody to ferry a potent cytotoxic payload toward tumor cells. The class now spans about 15 FDA-approved products, and the segment is growing steadily. Evaluate Pharma projects the ADC category will reach $57… The post Gilead and Nucleai probe why… ## [A neurostimulation intervention may improve pain in patients with chronic low back pain](https://www.2minutemedicine.com/a-neurostimulation-intervention-may-improve-pain-in-patients-with-chronic-low-back-pain/) _2026-08-17 · Paary Balakumar · Neurology | 2 Minute Medicine_ 1. Restorative neurostimulation produces durable, clinically meaningful improvements in pain, disability, and quality of life at 5 years in real-world chronic mechanical low back pain patients. Evidence Rating Level: 3 (Average) This 5-year follow-up study evaluated restorative neurostimulation (ReActiv8) for chronic mechanical low back pain (CLBP) attributed to multifidus dysfunction. Restorative… ## [Schrödinger-BMS collaboration centers on Bunsen for trillion-scale computational drug discovery](https://www.drugdiscoverytrends.com/schrodinger-bms-collaboration-centers-on-bunsen-for-trillion-scale-computational-drug-discovery/) _2026-08-17 · Brian Buntz · Drug Discovery and Development_ The 1990-founded scientific software firm Schrödinger recently announced a strategic collaboration and software agreement with Bristol Myers Squibb (BMS) built around Bunsen, Schrödinger’s newly announced agentic AI co-scientist. While the term “AI co-scientist” can have varying definitions, Schrödinger is positioning Bunsen as a sort of execution engine for computational chemistry, including… ## [I’ve been feeling down even though it is bright and sunny out. Can I be depressed in the summer?](https://thosenerdygirls.org/summer-sad/) _2026-08-17 · Sandy Laping · Those Nerdy Girls_ Yes, you can be depressed in the summer. Some people actually feel depressed every summer, and they may have summer seasonal affective disorder (SAD). 😥 But WHAT is summer SAD and why does it happen? People with SAD generally have depression that happens seasonally and for at least two years in a row. You might Read more... The post I’ve been feeling down even though it is bright and sunny out.… ## [expert reaction to second train derailment (in Essex) and speculation on whether the extreme heat may have played a role](https://www.sciencemediacentre.org/expert-reaction-to-second-train-derailment-in-essex-and-speculation-on-whether-the-extreme-heat-may-have-played-a-role/) _2026-08-14 · Science Media Centre · Science Media Centre_ Scientists comment on a train derailment in Essex and a possible link to extreme heat. Dr Frederic Cegla, Reader … read more ## [The Biggest Bioterrorist of All.](https://markhonigsbaum.substack.com/p/the-biggest-bioterrorist-of-all) _2026-08-14 · Mark Honigsbaum · Going Viral_ The row over Fauci's supposed role in funding "dangerous" research on pathogens with pandemic potential is being weaponised to make it harder for scientists to conduct similar research in future. ## [It’s Back to School Season! Are your kids up-to-date on their vaccines?](https://thosenerdygirls.org/back-to-school-vaccines/) _2026-08-14 · Sandy Laping · Those Nerdy Girls_ Goodbye summer… Back-to-School season is almost here! Colder weather and being indoors mean more chances for kids to swap germs of all kinds. Along with shopping for back-to- school supplies, now is a good time to check that your child is well protected against preventable infectious diseases. Current recommendations according to the American Academy of Read more... The post It’s Back to School… ## [Code Faster with Clear Tutorials (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/vT3iFigvA924) _2026-08-14 · **Sponsored**_ Short, step-by-step coding videos you can follow along ## [expert reaction to train derailment in Sussex and speculation on whether the extreme heat may have played a role](https://www.sciencemediacentre.org/expert-reaction-to-train-derailment-in-sussex-and-speculation-on-whether-the-extreme-heat-may-have-played-a-role/) _2026-08-14 · Science Media Centre · Science Media Centre_ Scientists comment on a train derailment in Sussex and a possible link to extreme heat. Peter Dearman FREng, a … read more ## [Tumour microenvironment factors may influence cancer progression and response to tamoxifen (Nolvadex) in patients with estrogen receptor-positive and human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 breast cancer](https://www.2minutemedicine.com/tumour-microenvironment-factors-may-influence-cancer-progression-and-response-to-tamoxifen-nolvadex-in-patients-with-estrogen-receptor-positive-and-human-epidermal-growth-factor-receptor-2-breast-ca/) _2026-08-13 · Alex Xiang · Chronic Disease | 2 Minute Medicine_ 1. In patients with estrogen receptor (ER)+ and human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (HER2)- breast cancer, certain tumour microenvironments (TMEs) were associated with improved breast cancer progression and treatment response to tamoxifen (Nolvadex). Evidence Rating Level: 1 (Excellent) The TME of tumour, immune, and stromal cells varies depending on breast cancer estrogen receptor status.… ## [The 50 best-funded biotech companies of 2026](https://www.drugdiscoverytrends.com/the-50-best-funded-biotech-companies-of-2026/) _2026-08-13 · Brian Buntz · Drug Discovery and Development_ By one measure, Alphabet-controlled Isomorphic Labs would tower over every company on this list. The AI drug discovery company has raised $2.7 billion in external financing, including a $2.1 billion Series B announced in May. Its corporate structure, however, puts it outside our definition of an independent biotech startup: Alphabet still controls at least 75%… The post The 50 best-funded biotech… ## [New cell imaging method reveals hidden enzyme activity](https://www.drugdiscoverytrends.com/new-cell-imaging-method-reveals-hidden-enzyme-activity/) _2026-08-13 · Julia Rock-Torcivia · Drug Discovery and Development_ Negative biosensors have often been unusable because, as the sensors lose signal when activity is detected, regions of high enzyme activity can look identical to regions with no activity. Researchers at the University of Illinois Chicago have solved this problem with a new cell imaging method that allows scientists to see previously hidden enzyme activities by flipping the optical readout of… The… ## [HHS seeks nominees for vaccine advisory panel with $757K estimated annual cost after almost two years without a meeting](https://www.drugdiscoverytrends.com/hhs-seeks-nominees-for-vaccine-advisory-panel-with-757k-estimated-annual-cost-after-almost-two-years-without-a-meeting/) _2026-08-13 · Julia Rock-Torcivia · Drug Discovery and Development_ The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is soliciting nominations for appointment to the National Vaccine Advisory Committee (NVAC), the agency said in a notice published Wednesday. A renewed NVAC charter filed in July estimates the committee’s annual operating cost at $756,918 and calls for staff support equivalent to two full-time employees. The committee has not met since September… ## [A health coaching intervention may improve blood pressure control in postpartum women](https://www.2minutemedicine.com/a-health-coaching-intervention-may-improve-blood-pressure-control-in-postpartum-women/) _2026-08-12 · Alex Xiang · Chronic Disease | 2 Minute Medicine_ 1. A health coaching intervention combined with self-measured blood pressure (SMBP) monitoring for postpartum women was associated with significantly greater engagement with primary care and significantly greater reductions in systolic and diastolic blood pressure (BP). Evidence Rating Level: 1 (Excellent) Hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP) affect up to 16% of pregnancies in the United… ## [Novo Nordisk’s ziltivekimab misses Phase 3 primary endpoint](https://www.drugdiscoverytrends.com/novo-nordisks-ziltivekimab-misses-phase-3-primary-endpoint/) _2026-08-12 · Julia Rock-Torcivia · Drug Discovery and Development_ Novo Nordisk’s ziltivekimab, an investigational human monoclonal antibody that targets the IL-6 ligand, a pro-inflammatory cytokine, to reduce cardiovascular inflammation, did not reduce the risk of major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE) in a Phase 3 trial. “Although ziltivekimab produced the expected biological effect, this did not result in MACE benefits in this population,” Martin Holst… ## [Physician burnout: a look at causes, effects and coping strategies](https://todayshospitalist.com/physician-burnout-a-look-at-causes-effects-and-coping-strategies/) _2026-08-12 · Edward Doyle · Today's Hospitalist_ New data from Medscape found that rates of physician burnout are holding relatively steady, with just under half of physicians saying they feel burned out, but the effects of job-related stress are pervasive for doctors. The good news is that the number is down from a post-pandemic high of 53% (according to Medscape survey data) \[…\] The post Physician burnout: a look at causes, effects and coping… ## [Surgery is associated with an increased quality of life in women with endometriosis](https://www.2minutemedicine.com/surgery-is-associated-with-an-increased-quality-of-life-in-women-with-endometriosis/) _2026-08-11 · Alex Xiang · Chronic Disease | 2 Minute Medicine_ 1. In adult women with endometriosis, surgery was associated with an increased quality of life independent of their #Enzian classification. Evidence Rating Level: 2 (Good) Endometriosis affects 7-10% of women of reproductive age and has a heterogeneous presentation, ranging from superficial peritoneal implants to involvement of retroperitoneal structures. The wide range of symptoms associated with… ## [That Space Still Belongs to Us](https://bktitanji.substack.com/p/that-space-still-belongs-to-us) _2026-08-11 · BK. Titanji · BK.’s Substack_ When vaccine misinformation comes from the highest levels of government, the work of building trust with our patients matters more than ever. ## [National Wellness Month: A Reminder to Prioritize Yourself](https://thosenerdygirls.org/national-wellness-month/) _2026-08-11 · Sandy Laping · Those Nerdy Girls_ August is National Wellness Month, and it is a reminder that while our health is influenced by factors like access to healthcare, affordable nutritious food, and safe places to live and exercise, the everyday choices within our control can still make a meaningful difference. Our lives get busy, and healthy habits can easily take a Read more... The post National Wellness Month: A Reminder to… ## [Will taking magnesium help with my mental health?](https://thosenerdygirls.org/magnesium-mental-health-3/) _2026-08-10 · Sandy Laping · Those Nerdy Girls_ Maybe a little. It is difficult to tell if magnesium helps with mental health for most people. Why is magnesium important? Magnesium is a mineral that is present in the human body and generally taken in through food products. It is present in some medications and of course, can also be taken as a supplement. Read more... The post Will taking magnesium help with my mental health? appeared first on… ## [Antithrombotic agents may be effective in preventing migraine in patients with patent foramen ovale](https://www.2minutemedicine.com/antithrombotic-agents-may-be-effective-in-preventing-migraine-in-patients-with-patent-foramen-ovale/) _2026-08-07 · Siwen Liu · Neurology | 2 Minute Medicine_ 1. The antithrombotic agents aspirin, clopidogrel, and rivaroxaban were non-inferior to metoprolol for responder rate in participants with patent foramen ovale and migraine. Evidence Rating Level: 1 (Excellent) Patent foramen ovale (PFO) has been associated with migraine and has been suggested to involve a microembolic mechanism. Antithrombotic treatment has been proposed for migraine prevention… ## [Answering Common Questions About Hormonal Birth Control](https://thosenerdygirls.org/hormonal-birth-control/) _2026-08-07 · Sandy Laping · Those Nerdy Girls_ There are a lot of rumors about negative health effects of hormonal birth control spreading on social media. While all medication can have side effects and potential risks, the reality is that birth control is safe and effective for most people. Let’s separate fact from fiction. What is hormonal birth control and how does it Read more... The post Answering Common Questions About Hormonal Birth… ## [Active surveillance is cost-effective compared with standard surgery among esophageal cancer patients with complete clinical response after neoadjuvant chemoradiotherapy](https://www.2minutemedicine.com/active-surveillance-is-cost-effective-compared-with-standard-surgery-among-esophageal-cancer-patients-with-complete-clinical-response-after-neoadjuvant-chemoradiotherapy/) _2026-08-06 · Siwen Liu · Chronic Disease | 2 Minute Medicine_ 1. Active surveillance was cost-effective over 5 years compared with standard surgery in patients with esophageal cancer and complete clinical response after neoadjuvant chemoradiotherapy. Evidence Rating Level: 1 (Excellent) Active surveillance for patients with esophageal cancer and a complete clinical response (CCR) after neoadjuvant chemoradiotherapy (nCRT) is noninferior to standard surgery… ## [Intraarterial dexamethasone may be effective for pain relief following uterine fibroid embolization](https://www.2minutemedicine.com/intraarterial-dexamethasone-may-be-effective-for-pain-relief-following-uterine-fibroid-embolization/) _2026-08-05 · Siwen Liu · Chronic Disease | 2 Minute Medicine_ 1. Intraarterial dexamethasone was associated with greater pain relief after uterine fibroid embolization compared with placebo. Evidence Rating Level: 1 (Excellent) Uterine fibroid embolization (UFE) is a minimally invasive treatment for symptomatic uterine fibroids, which are most common tumor of the female reproductive tract. However, a major limitation of UFE is acute postprocedural pain.… ## [Physician satisfaction with pay: Breakdown by state, metro area](https://todayshospitalist.com/physician-satisfaction-with-pay-breakdown-by-state-metro-area/) _2026-08-05 · Edward Doyle · Today's Hospitalist_ How does geography affect physician satisfaction with pay? Marit Health asked physicians to rank their satisfaction with their compensation on a five-point scale, with one being very dissatisfied and 5 being very satisfied. On average, physicians from all specialties from all parts of the country rated their satisfaction with compensation at 3.59. Here’s a look \[…\] The post Physician satisfaction… ## [Hematologic inflammatory indices may predict prognosis in younger patients with COVID-19 but not older patients](https://www.2minutemedicine.com/hematologic-inflammatory-indices-may-predict-prognosis-in-younger-patients-with-covid-19-but-not-older-patients/) _2026-08-04 · Siwen Liu · Chronic Disease | 2 Minute Medicine_ 1. Hematologic inflammatory indices in emergency department patients with COVID-19 showed an age-dependent prognostic performance for 30-day mortality, with systemic immune-inflammation index showing good discriminatory performance in patients \<65 years and poorer performance in patients \>65 years. Evidence Rating Level: 2 (Good) Hematologic markers derived from the complete blood count (CBC)… ## [We've Seen This Ebola Story Before, We Cannot Afford to Repeat It](https://bktitanji.substack.com/p/weve-seen-this-ebola-story-before) _2026-08-04 · BK. Titanji · BK.’s Substack_ How delayed detection, conflict, funding gaps, and fading global attention allowed the largest Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo's history to outpace the response ## [Younger age and systemic metastases may independently predict survival among patients with choroidal metastases](https://www.2minutemedicine.com/younger-age-and-systemic-metastases-may-independently-predict-survival-among-patients-with-choroidal-metastases/) _2026-08-03 · Siwen Liu · Chronic Disease | 2 Minute Medicine_ 1. Younger age (\<59.6 years) and systemic metastases (\>1) were independent predictors of survival among patients with choroidal metastases. Evidence Rating Level: 2 (Good) Around 1–2% of all cancer patients develop intraocular metastases, with the choroid representing the primary site of metastatic involvement (90%). It is unclear how age and primary tumor type impact survival \[…\] The post Younger…