A national audit of total abdominal colectomy for ulcerative colitis finds low 30 day mortality and a rise in laparoscopic procedures, a new Irish study finds. Medscape News UK Source...

A quantitative radiomic analysis of non-contrast chest CT scans may non-invasively distinguish lung tumourlets from benign granulomas, a preliminary Italian study finds. Medscape News UK Source link : https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/ct-radiomics-differentiates-lung-tumourlets-granulomas-2026a10000jd?src=rss Author...

Some healthcare workers fail to recognize the symptoms of long COVID in themselves, says one physician. Medscape News Canada Source link : https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/healthcare-workers-long-covid-struggle-find-support-and-care-2026a10000qv?src=rss Author : Publish date : 2026-01-09 11:50:00...

A protocol of KDIGO-recommended strategies in high-risk patients significantly reduces moderate-to-severe acute kidney injury after major surgery. Medscape Medical News Source link : https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/prevention-strategy-reduces-aki-following-major-surgery-2026a10000qz?src=rss Author : Publish date : 2026-01-09...

Foodborne infections persist, but chemical exposure and ultraprocessed foods now play a larger role in shaping long-term health risks. Medscape News UK Source link : https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/hidden-complexity-healthy-eating-whats-changed-2026a10000qx?src=rss Author : Publish date...

A nearly 30-year study shows a strong long-term association between very high lipoprotein(a) levels and cardiovascular disease in women. Medscape Medical News Source link : https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/study-shows-strong-association-between-long-term-cvd-risk-2026a10000qq?src=rss Author : Publish date...

Regular walking during recovery may reduce cancer-related fatigue and improve long-term well-being for patients with early-stage colorectal cancer. Medscape Medical News Source link : https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/simple-steps-walking-may-ease-colorectal-cancer-fatigue-2026a10000qm?src=rss Author : Publish date :...

An Italian study finds wide variation in how nursing is perceived across ethnic groups, with implications for workforce recruitment and professional recognition. Medscape News Europe Source link : https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/public-perception-nurses-varies-across-communities-2026a10000q6?src=rss Author...

Surgeons report high awareness of Maryland’s All-Payer Model but inconsistent communication about it; they recognize efforts toward improved outcomes but feel disconnected from quality initiatives. Medscape Medical News Source link...

Two recent surveys show that the Ontario family physician shortage is worsening because of retirements, and many medical students are wary of entering the field. Medscape News Canada Source link...

Findings underscore the risk for graded exercise in people with post-exertional malaise and point to careful activity pacing as a safer approach. Medscape Medical News Source link : https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/multiple-abnormal-responses-exertion-seen-me-cfs-2026a10000q1?src=rss Author...

A new clinical practice update outlines a stepwise approach to diagnosing and managing refractory constipation before considering surgery. Medscape Medical News Source link : https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/aga-urges-caution-before-surgery-refractory-constipation-2026a10000px?src=rss Author : Publish date :...

The HSSIB warns that corridor care is being used year-round in some hospitals in England, raising concerns about patient safety, dignity, and oversight. Medscape News UK Source link : https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/watchdog-calls-clearer-rules-corridor-care-2026a10000nl?src=rss...

With AI interpreting lab results for a growing number of patients, clinicians must provide context and caution and prepare for the real deluge soon. Medscape Medical News Source link :...

A study evaluates the risk for osteoporosis or osteopenia associated with 5-alpha reductase inhibitors in women with two types of hair loss: androgenetic alopecia and frontal fibrosing alopecia. Medscape Medical...

A handful of other states are considering mandating private insurance coverage of the technology, used to block chemotherapy-associated hair loss. Medscape Medical News Source link : https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/two-states-now-require-coverage-scalp-cooling-prevent-chemo-2026a10000ou?src=rss Author : Publish...

Joanne WrittleBBC Midlands Today Health Correspondent, BirminghamBBCTom Blyth, a consultant at Heartlands Hospital, said patients sometimes carry knives while in hospitalKnife amnesty bins are being installed outside hospitals in Birmingham...

The Naox Link system uses soft, biocompatible in-ear electrodes integrated into wired earbuds to acquire, record, and transmit EEG data in both clinical and home environments. Medscape Medical News Source...

Children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder who receive methylphenidate may be at an increased risk of having a higher BMI and shorter height in adulthood. Medscape Medical News Source link : https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/adhd-treatment-linked-higher-adult-bmi-slight-height-loss-2026a10000oa?src=rss...

Becky MortonPolitical reporterGetty ImagesSome people are waiting more than a year to have their disability benefit claims processed, which risks pushing them into debt and poverty, MPs have warned.The Department...