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The Ophthalmologist

  • August 26, 2026
Prevent Blindness Reacts to Proposed Changes to Head Start Program
  • August 26, 2026
  • 3 min

Objective: To express concern regarding proposed changes to the Head Start Program that may affect children's health services, particularly vision screenings. A

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The Analytical Scientist

  • August 26, 2026
Mass Spec Roundup: Pressure, Phosphorylation, and Profiling
  • August 26, 2026
  • 7 min
  1. A pulsed gas valve enhances stability in Orbitrap measurements, improving mass determination for large biomolecules like viruses and plasmids.
  2. The study demonstrated that pressure modulation during ion injection and cooling significantly reduces charge loss and signal drift in mass spectrometry.
  3. Bacteriophage T7's kinase modifies a large portion of the host proteome, with a focus on nucleic-acid-associated proteins, enhancing its ability to suppress bacterial defenses.
  4. A three-protein urinary signature effectively distinguishes clear cell renal cell carcinoma from healthy controls, showing promise for noninvasive cancer detection.
  5. A novel two-dimensional LC-MS workflow integrates untargeted metabolomics with targeted exposure measurements, allowing comprehensive analysis from a single sample.
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The Ophthalmologist

  • August 26, 2026
Vitrectomy Linked to Higher CME Risk
  • August 26, 2026
  • 3 min

Objective: To investigate the risk of developing cystoid macular edema (CME) after cataract surgery in patients with a history of pars plana vitrectomy (PPV). A

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The Ophthalmologist

  • August 26, 2026
EndoArt for treating Corneal Edema: Real-World Clinical Insights
  • August 26, 2026
  • 1 min
  1. EndoArt is the first artificial endothelial layer designed specifically for chronic corneal edema due to endothelial dysfunction.
  2. The webinar will cover real-world clinical experiences, patient selection, surgical considerations, and postoperative management.
  3. Attendees will learn how synthetic endothelial replacement fits within current treatment pathways for corneal surgeons.
  4. The discussion will address challenges in treating chronic corneal edema, particularly when human tissue is unavailable.
  5. Experts will share case-selection criteria, surgical pearls, postoperative management, and evolving clinical evidence.
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MDSpire News

  • August 25, 2026
FDA expands gastroesophageal cancer options
  • Kathryn Wighton
  • August 25, 2026
  • 2 min

Objective: To inform about the FDA approval of zanidatamab-hrii for treating HER2-positive gastroesophageal adenocarcinoma. Approach: Treatment Options: Zanidat

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MDSpire News

  • August 25, 2026
FDA approves first therapy for warm autoimmune hemolytic anemia
  • Kathryn Wighton
  • August 25, 2026
  • 3 min

Objective: To report the FDA approval of nipocalimab-aahu (IMAAVY) for the treatment of warm autoimmune hemolytic anemia (wAIHA). Approach: Approval Details: Ni

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Inside Dentistry

  • August 25, 2026
Francisco Partners to Acquire Weave for Approximately $650 Million
  • News Staff
  • August 25, 2026
  • 4 min

Objective: To announce the acquisition of Weave Communications, Inc. by Francisco Partners. Approach: Acquisition Details: Weave has entered into a definitive a

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MDSpire News

  • August 25, 2026
Cervical spinal cord stimulation and poststroke arm function
  • Andrea Surnit
  • August 25, 2026
  • 3 min
  1. A feasibility trial involving 7 patients with chronic poststroke hemiparesis showed a 32% increase in strength during cervical epidural stimulation.
  2. Participants experienced a 5.6-point improvement in Fugl-Meyer Assessment scores during stimulation, with no serious adverse events reported.
  3. Three of the 7 participants demonstrated improved hand and finger movement during stimulation, indicating varied responses based on neurological characteristics.
  4. Spasticity decreased in all participants during the 4-week study, with an average improvement of 6.6 Fugl-Meyer Assessment points post-stimulation.
  5. The study's limitations include a small sample size and lack of a control group, emphasizing the need for further research to confirm findings.
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MDSpire News

  • August 25, 2026
Volatility priors may reveal delusion severity in schizophrenia
  • Andrea Surnit
  • August 25, 2026
  • 4 min

Objective: To investigate the relationship between environmental volatility expectations and delusion severity in patients with schizophrenia-spectrum disorders

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2 min

Baptist Health South Florida

  • August 25, 2026
Jorge Bilbao, D.O., Joins Baptist Health Miami Neuroscience Institute as a Nonsurgical Spine Care Physician
  • August 25, 2026
  • 3 min

Objective: To introduce Dr. Jorge Bilbao and his role at Baptist Health Miami Neuroscience Institute. Approach: Clinical Focus: Dr. Bilbao specializes in physic

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MDSpire News

  • August 25, 2026
What shapes patient attitudes toward TBP skin cancer screening?
  • Andrea Surnit
  • August 25, 2026
  • 4 min

Objective: To identify factors influencing patients' experiences of total body photography (TBP) for skin cancer screening and diagnosis. Approach: Study Design

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2 min

MDSpire News

  • August 25, 2026
Outreach screening may uncover hearing loss
  • Andrea Surnit
  • August 25, 2026
  • 5 min

Objective: To evaluate the effectiveness of an outreach hearing program in identifying and managing hearing loss among patients with intellectual disability. Ap

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MDSpire News

  • August 25, 2026
Infant infections tied to later obesity
  • Doug Brunk
  • August 25, 2026
  • 4 min
  1. Infants with infections requiring medical care gained more weight and had higher obesity odds at ages 4 to 6 and 10 to 15, according to a Southern California study.
  2. The study analyzed data from 66,870 children aged 4 to 6 and 46,599 children aged 10 to 15, excluding those born prematurely or with low birth weight.
  3. Obesity was defined as a body mass index above the 95th percentile for age and sex, with rates increasing from 20% in uninfected children to 27% in treated infection cases.
  4. Children with untreated infections had 9% higher odds of obesity at ages 4 to 6 and 11% higher at ages 10 to 15 compared to those without infections.
  5. The study suggests that early infections may account for 2.4% to 10% of obesity in the population, but it does not establish causation or recommend treatment changes.
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Inside Dentistry

  • August 25, 2026
Annie Expands AI Platform with Dental Front Office Capabilities
  • News Staff
  • August 25, 2026
  • 2 min
  1. Annie has enhanced its AI platform for dental practices with new features for insurance verification, recare, appointment confirmation, and cancellation management.
  2. The platform functions as a 'digital coworker' to handle repetitive administrative tasks, building on existing AI receptionist capabilities.
  3. Annie can monitor patients for recare, initiate outreach when they are overdue, and contact those who completed hygiene appointments without scheduling next visits.
  4. The system manages appointment confirmations through texts and calls, allowing patients to reschedule or modify appointments seamlessly.
  5. Annie's new insurance verification features identify patients needing coverage checks and perform these tasks before appointments, integrating with practice management systems.
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The Pathologist

  • August 25, 2026
How Pathology Changed Medicine Forever
  • Jessica Allerton
  • August 25, 2026
  • 4 min
  1. Pathology has evolved from postmortem examinations to a technologically advanced field central to clinical decision-making.
  2. Histopathology advancements in the late 19th and early 20th centuries transformed pathology into a systematic science with standardized protocols.
  3. Molecular diagnostics and immunohistochemistry have shifted pathology's focus from disease appearance to understanding underlying biology.
  4. Digital pathology and artificial intelligence are enhancing diagnostic accuracy and efficiency, supporting pathologists rather than replacing them.
  5. Modern pathology integrates various analyses to provide comprehensive disease understanding, reinforcing its role in patient care.
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The Pathologist

  • August 25, 2026
The Missing Pieces of the Marmoset Genome
  • August 25, 2026
  • 3 min

Objective: To assemble a complete common marmoset genome and resolve previously missing or incorrectly represented regions. Approach: Genome Assembly: Researche

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The Ophthalmologist

  • August 25, 2026
Smart Lens, Sharp Signal
  • August 25, 2026
  • 3 min

Objective: To develop a smart contact lens for non-invasive ocular blood oxygen saturation monitoring. Approach: Device Design: A flexible plasmonic nano-confin

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The Ophthalmologist

  • August 25, 2026
Calculating the Myopic Nerve
  • August 25, 2026
  • 3 min

Objective: To estimate the probability of high myopia-associated glaucomatous or glaucoma-like optic neuropathy (GLON) and non-glaucomatous optic neuropathy (NG

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