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To Avoid Clinical Trial Homogeneity, Look to Real-World Data 6 April, 2026
Many researchers prefer the “live” data that comes from real-world results while still acknowledging potential shortcomings. Medscape Medical News
GLP-1 Weight Loss Holds Across Race, Age, BMI — but Not Sex 6 April, 2026
Studies show women lose more weight than men on GLP-1s, but biology may not explain everything. Medscape Medical News
Adalimumab and Ixekizumab Show Similar Joint Outcomes in PsA 6 April, 2026
Adalimumab and ixekizumab show comparable effectiveness in improving joint outcomes and achieving remission in patients with psoriatic arthritis over 12 months, according to a real-world study. Medscape News UK
Ciprofloxacin for Transplant Prophylaxis: Time to Rethink? 6 April, 2026
In allogeneic haematopoietic cell transplant recipients, ciprofloxacin prophylaxis may reduce bloodstream infections but is tied to higher rates of antimicrobial resistance and antibiotic use. Medscape News UK
Can Oestrogen Patches Replace LHRH Agonists for Prostate Tx? 6 April, 2026
Transdermal oestradiol patches are non-inferior to luteinising hormone-releasing hormone agonists for metastasis free survival in locally advanced prostate cancer, a study shows. Medscape News UK
Infection Prevention in Europe, Part 3: Building Resilience 6 April, 2026
Build resilience against infections through everyday routines: standardized discharges, cross-sector antibiotic stewardship, digital records, and regional networks to shorten response times. Medscape News Europe
Docs, Lawsuit Challenge Medicare WISeR Prior Auth Experiment 6 April, 2026
Doctors in multiple states report unpaid claims and care delays under the new federal program, as a lawsuit seeks answers about AI algorithms and data security. Medscape Medical News
NICE Gives Green Light to New Low-Grade Glioma Therapy 6 April, 2026
NICE has backed vorasidenib for NHS use in England, delaying tumour progression after surgery and reducing the psychological burden of a progressive brain tumour. Medscape News UK
Continuous Glucose Monitoring Expands in Type 2 Diabetes 6 April, 2026
Continuous glucose monitoring is expanding beyond type 1 diabetes, offering detailed glycemic insights that may support earlier intervention in patients with type 2 diabetes. Medscape News Europe
One Quarter of Pregnant Women Have Anemia 6 April, 2026
Anemia affects more than 1 in 4 pregnant individuals in the US, with prevalence increasing from prenatal care initiation to mid-pregnancy. Medscape Medical News
Abrocitinib Effective for Hand Eczema in Phase 2 Study 6 April, 2026
In the phase 2 trial, efficacy was also seen in patients with non-atopic chronic hand eczema treated with the oral JAK inhibitor. Medscape Medical News
BC Rate Low in BRCA Carriers After Risk-Reducing Mastectomy 6 April, 2026
Researchers conduct a study of more than 1000 women with BRCA1 or BRCA2 mutations to compare breast cancer rates between those who do and do not undergo mastectomy. Medscape Medical News
Gotistobart Response Rate Bests Chemo in Pretreated NSCLC 6 April, 2026
Previously treated patients with NSCLC respond to anti-CTLA-4 therapy. Medscape Medical News
At-Home Gel Nails Pose Underrecognized Risks 6 April, 2026
Approximately half of online survey respondents report adverse skin reactions from using at-home gel nail kits. Medscape Medical News
Barriers Disrupt Isotretinoin Access in Underserved Teens 6 April, 2026
Most underserved teens report barriers to isotretinoin access, a survey found. Medscape Medical News