August 21, 2026

Sex-based differences in hip replacement outcomes

A systematic review of more than 2.3 million patients found that women and men had different patterns of postoperative complications and recovery, with age and implant strategy modifying observed differences.

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August 21, 2026

Rheumatoid arthritis tied to birth outcomes

Researchers examine pregnancy outcomes and factors associated with preterm delivery and fetal size.

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August 20, 2026

FDA approves garetosmab for adults with FOP

In the phase 3 OPTIMA trial, the 10-mg/kg and 3-mg/kg doses reduced new heterotopic ossification lesions by 90% and 94%, respectively, compared with placebo at 56 weeks.

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August 20, 2026

Spondyloarthritis function varies by sex

Women had greater functional deterioration over 17 years, while permanent work disability did not differ significantly between sexes.

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August 20, 2026

Medical Oddities: Sheep wool gets into bone repair

From sheep wool to space guts, cannabis beats to tea: science took a wonderfully weird turn. 

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August 18, 2026

How clinicians discuss activity may matter

Achievable goals, activity tracking, and social support are among the strategies JAMA researchers recommend for patients with chronic medical conditions.

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August 17, 2026

Does Poor Oral Health Raise Autoimmune Disease Risk?

A study of more than 450,000 participants linked self-reported oral health issues with an increased risk of incident autoimmune diseases, though the investigators cautioned that the findings do not establish causality.

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August 17, 2026

Does Poor Oral Health Raise Autoimmune Disease Risk?

A study of more than 450,000 participants linked self-reported oral health issues with an increased risk of incident autoimmune diseases, though the investigators cautioned that the findings do not establish causality.

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August 17, 2026

Extending peptide release in tissue regeneration

Researchers found that modifying electrostatic interactions between a model osteogenic peptide and gelatin microparticles influenced peptide loading and sustained release in an in vitro hydrogel platform.

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August 12, 2026

FDA Clears Exoskeleton for Spinal Cord Injury

Use is limited to level indoor and adjoining outdoor areas and requires supervision by a companion with specialized training.

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