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Immunotherapy modestly improves response rates in HR+ breast cancer 04 Jun 2026
Patients with HR+/HER2‒ breast cancer treated with immunotherapy show modest improvements in complete response rates, reports a study.

Do calcium, vitamin D supplements prevent fractures, falls?

04 Jun 2026

Clipping before ECI lowers risk of ectopic embolisms in gastric varices

04 Jun 2026

One-time gene replacement therapy improves motor function in SMA patients

04 Jun 2026

Lifestyle factors, comorbidities linked to difficult-to-treat rheumatoid arthritis

03 Jun 2026

Thailand National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM)

03 Jun 2026

Pre-eclampsia linked to increased risks of hypertension, CKD, CVD in mums

03 Jun 2026

Recent COVID vaccination may reduce transmission

03 Jun 2026

FIB-4 score predicts ESLD onset in healthy adults

03 Jun 2026

Tirzepatide lowers risk of diabetic retinopathy, complications

03 Jun 2026

Malnutrition prevalence in older adults stresses need for early nutritional intervention

03 Jun 2026

Addressing the vaping epidemic: Policy and clinical observations to facilitate cessation 28 May 2026;
Vaping has emerged as a significant public health concern, with the WHO estimating over 100 million users globally in 2025, including approximately 15 million adolescents. Misleading marketing and social media advertisements have perpetuated misperceptions about the health risks of vaping, driving uptake particularly among adolescents and young adults. This paper reviews the current evidence, regulatory landscape, and clinical guidance, highlighting that regulatory interventions alone are insufficient, as the heterogeneity of regulatory environments across countries limits the applicability of blanket recommendations. A multipronged approach encompassing expanded pharmacotherapy options is needed. While no standardized vaping cessation guidelines exist, several countries are extrapolating from smoking cessation frameworks and expediting pharmacotherapy approvals, recognizing the urgency of addressing this growing epidemic.