Julia Bonavitacola

The usefulness of the cell-free DNA blood test (cf-bDNA) can vary based on the reasons for using the method of screening for colorectal cancer (CRC). According to a new study published in Annals of Internal Medicine,1 the balance between achieving […]

The neighborhood environment can have major implications on mental health and coping in people living with HIV (PWH) according to a study published in AIDS and Behavior.1 Factors such as feeling safe in their current location and alcohol outlets could

Robotic-assisted surgery has been used with positive outcomes in surgery for colorectal cancer (CRC) among other colorectal surgeries, according to a study published in the Journal of Robotic Surgery.1 The safety profile and outcomes can help future clinical practice. Robotic-assisted

Treatment effectiveness and treatment safety issues are possible due to drug-related problems (DRPs) in treatment for HIV, which have a high occurrence, according to a study published in Cureus.1 People living with HIV (PLHIV) numbered 39.9 million people around the

A machine learning model was able to accurately predict peak and average intraocular pressure (IOP), according to a study published in Frontiers in Medicine.1 This learning model could help with management and treatment of glaucoma. IOP is a primary risk

Childhood obesity is on the rise in the US, with the CDC estimating approximately 1 in 5 children are living with obesity.1 It is imperative for parents, guardians, and families to recognize ways to both prevent and address childhood obesity

The updated screening guidelines from the US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) that encouraged colorectal cancer (CRC) screening initiation at the age of 45 years in all patients should not affect the completion and yield rates of the fecal immunochemical

Overall adolescent drug fatalities and the annual increase in deaths involving fentanyl slowed down in 2023 compared with 2022, with overall drug fatalities declining slightly and deaths involving fentanyl only increasing by 2% compared with 177% in the first year

Mortality of critically ill people living with HIV (PLHIV) admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU) has decreased over time in Barcelona, indicating a difference in patient characteristics, according to a study published in Infection.1 PLHIV have had an increase

The incidence of retinoblastoma (RB) was consistent throughout a cohort of European children, but survival rates differed by country, according to a new study published in JAMA Ophthalmology.1 Collecting the stage of RB at diagnosis and treatment would be able