Feedback message increased CRC screening participation in non-respondents, while offering sigmoidoscopy decreased it.
Simple feedback message boosts colorectal cancer screening rates among previous non-attenders
A randomized trial of 20,225 previous non-respondents to CRC screening in Florence tested behavioral messages and alternative test offers. A…
Adding a simple feedback message to screening invitations increased colorectal cancer screening rates among people who previously skipped th…
Review examines IL-33/ST2 signaling role in MASLD pathophysiology and potential clinical utility
Could a single protein be the key to understanding fatty liver disease?
A review synthesizes evidence primarily from animal models on the interleukin-33 (IL-33)/ST2 signaling pathway in metabolic dysfunction-asso…
A key protein changes levels as fatty liver disease worsens, offering a potential early warning sign and future treatment target for patient…
H. pylori eradication reduces gastric cancer risk by up to 44%, per guideline review
Review finds H. pylori eradication reduces risk of stomach cancer and ulcers
A narrative review of global evidence indicates H. pylori eradication reduces the risk of peptic ulcer recurrence, dyspepsia, and gastric ca…
Treating a common stomach bacteria infection can lower future cancer risk by up to 44% and prevent recurring ulcers.
SBRT as bridging therapy in advanced cirrhosis HCC patients shows 67% transplant eligibility at 1 year
Small study explores radiation therapy for liver cancer patients awaiting transplant
A prospective pilot trial in 9 HCC patients with Child-Pugh B8 or worse cirrhosis found that SBRT (40 Gy/5 fractions) as a bridging strategy…
A small study found that focused radiation therapy helped 67% of liver cancer patients with advanced scarring stay eligible for a transplant…
CDC issues updated Hepatitis A immunization recommendations for United States population
Health officials issue new recommendations for hepatitis A vaccination in the United States
The CDC has published updated recommendations for Hepatitis A immunization in the United States population. This guidance document does not …
New guidelines update who should get vaccinated against hepatitis A to better prevent infections across the United States.
Hepatitis A outbreak cases reported across 26 states in observational data
Health officials report hepatitis A outbreak cases across 26 states
An observational report describes hepatitis A outbreak cases reported from 26 states. No specific intervention, comparator, or outcome data …
Hepatitis A cases are spreading across 26 states as public health officials track the outbreak.
Hepatitis A outbreak reported in the United States, details on scope and response not provided
Hepatitis A outbreak reported in the United States, details remain limited
A report describes a Hepatitis A outbreak in the United States. No details on study design, population size, or specific findings were provi…
Health authorities have announced a Hepatitis A outbreak is occurring in the United States, though specific details about locations or cause…
Updated recommendation supports universal hepatitis B vaccination for US adults aged 19-59 years
Health officials now recommend hepatitis B vaccination for all adults aged 19 to 59
A recommendation report from the United States updates guidance for hepatitis B vaccination in adults aged 19-59 years, advocating for unive…
Health officials now recommend hepatitis B vaccination for all adults aged 19 to 59, expanding the group previously limited to those with sp…
CDC issues new guidance for completing hepatitis C virus testing
CDC updates guidance for completing hepatitis C testing to improve diagnosis
The CDC has published new guidance for completing hepatitis C virus testing. The document provides recommendations for testing protocols, bu…
The CDC released new guidance to help healthcare providers complete hepatitis C testing steps to confirm diagnoses.
Containment responses for Candida auris in hemodialysis facilities screened exposed patient contacts
How do dialysis centers stop a dangerous fungus from spreading?
A report described containment responses at five hemodialysis facilities managing patients colonized with Candida auris, including screening…
When a dangerous fungus was found in five dialysis clinics, health officials screened other patients and took steps to stop the spread befor…
Case report associates acute hepatitis B infection with shared glucometer use in nursing home
Could a shared blood sugar monitor spread hepatitis B in nursing homes?
A field report describes a nursing home resident who developed acute hepatitis B infection. The infection was associated with use of a share…
A nursing home resident contracted hepatitis B after using a blood sugar monitor previously used by someone with the virus.
Namibia reports first nationwide hepatitis E outbreak concentrated in informal settlements
Why is hepatitis E spreading across Namibia for the first time?
A field report describes Namibia's first nationwide hepatitis E outbreak, which was protracted and concentrated in informal settlements with…
Namibia faces its first nationwide hepatitis E outbreak, spreading mainly in informal settlements where poor water and sanitation create per…