Healio Minute

In this edition, we look at the brain-immune axis, EULAR updates and more. Read the full coverage here: 'Brain-immune axis' implicated in simultaneous inflammation and depression, mood disorders EULAR updates physical activity recommendations for inflammatory arthritis, OA Study demonstrates proof-of-concept for FcRn blocker nipocalimab in lupus 'Uniquely structured' izokibep improves skin, diseas...

In this edition, we look at new EAULAR recommendations for rheumatoid arthritis, the vagal nerve and more. Read the full coverage here: New EULAR recommendations for rheumatoid arthritis keep pace with 'ever-evolving field' Calabrese: Vagal nerve stimulation a 'tectonic shift' in rheumatoid arthritis management FDA grants fast track designation to intra-articular GLP-1 analog for knee osteoarthrit...

In this edition, we look at rheumatology visits impacting reproductive health counseling, restrictive Medicare Part D coverage, and more. Read the full coverage here: Services targeting rheumatology visits increased reproductive health counseling rates 625% Medicare Part D coverage of certain rheumatoid arthritis drugs 'restrictive' DMARD treatment fails to mitigate osteoporosis in rheumatoid arth...

In this edition, we look at the impact of GLP-1s on total joint replacement, the safety of NSAID's and more. Read the full coverage here: GLP-1s may have profound impact on total joint replacement NSAID use may be safe prior to total joint arthroplasty Complication risk may be lower for revision TJA when performed in ASC Despite improved function, patients with elbow dislocation often report long-...

In this edition, immunotherapy in advanced lung cancer, updates in EGFR-mutated lung cancer and more. Read the full coverage here: VIDEO: Immunotherapy in advanced lung cancer among highlights from ESMO 2025 VIDEO: Updates in  EGFR -mutated lung cancer from ESMO 2025 VIDEO: DeLLphi-303 results show 'major jump in survival' for SCLC patients Emphysema found during lung cancer screening raises risk...

In this edition, we look at robotic-assisted surgery, dislocation risk in fixed-bearing THA and more. Read the full coverage here: Higher head-to-cup ratio, robotic-assisted surgery may lower dislocation rate after THA Fully maximizing bearing diameter may reduce dislocation risk in fixed-bearing THA How may GLP-1s impact nutrition prior to orthopedic surgery? Medicare contractors propose coverage...

In this edition, FDA warns complications following radiofrequency microneedling device use, chronic hand eczema considered "common" disease, and more. Read the full coverage here: Q&A: FDA warns of radiofrequency microneedling risks; here's what to know Chronic hand eczema now considered a 'common' skin disease in US 'Unproven' topical estrogens for the face may bring some risks FDA approves Resty...

In this edition, we look at rehabilitation protocols, how AI can help patients with total knee arthroplasty, synthetic THC and more. Read the full coverage here: 'Quiet knee' rehabilitation protocol may reduce opioid exposure after TKA AI-enabled decision aid may improve TKA decision-making Synthetic THC may not reduce opioid intake after TKA Lorecivivint yields 'meaningful' improvements in knee o...

In this edition, Congress reintroduces the Safe Step Act, an expert expresses doubt about the benefits of TrumpRx and more. Read the full coverage here: Congress reintroduces Safe Step Act to amend step therapy policies Q&A: TrumpRx, Pfizer deal sidestep health insurance companies Complete hair regrowth for some with alopecia after 3-year ritlecitinib treatment Waterproof bandages 'reasonable alte...

In this edition, increased lung cancer screening improving outcomes, overall survival data from FLAURA2 trial and more. Read the full coverage here: Increased lung cancer screening improving outcomes, but rates 'still too low' VIDEO: Overall survival data from FLAURA2 trial presented at WCLC Updated NCCN guidelines on NSCLC put spotlight on biomarker testing 'Never too late': Smoking cessation aft...

In this edition, we look at the first FDA approval of an oral therapy for chronic spontaneous urticaria, and more. Read the full coverage here: FDA approves first oral therapy for chronic spontaneous urticaria Denifanstat safe, effective in acne vulgaris treatment FDA approves Zoryve cream 0.05% for pediatric atopic dermatitis The 'Zoom boom' effect: Post-pandemic cost concerns for facial cosmetic...

In this edition, we look at how AI can help patients with total joint arthroplasty, the impact of opioid use on in-hospital sleep and more. Read the full coverage here: Custom-tailored AI platform may be feasible for addressing patient questions before TJA Opioid use may negatively affect in-hospital sleep, orthopedic trauma outcomes Polymicrobial infection may predict septic long bone nonunion re...

In this edition we look at hip fracture surgery delays, how homelessness affects hip surgery outcomes and more. Read the full coverage here: Hip fracture surgery delay may increase mortality risk Homelessness may be a predictor of poor outcomes following hip fracture surgery Biological age, age acceleration may predict 1-year mortality after geriatric hip fracture Hip resurfacing device had low al...

In this edition, FDA approves golimumab for pediatric ulcerative colitis, hospital affiliation linked to higher-cost care and more. Read the full coverage here: FDA approves golimumab for pediatric ulcerative colitis 'Tremendous implications': Hospital affiliation linked to higher-cost care 'Set a 2-TikTok limit': Smartphone use on toilet linked to higher risk for hemorrhoids APPs step up to fill...

In this edition, radiation is a 'strong alternative' for surgery, FDA approves combination therapy for small cell lung cancer and more. Read the full coverage here: Radiation a 'strong alternative' to surgery for early-stage lung cancer FDA approves lurbinectedin, atezolizumab combination for small cell lung cancer Diagnostic yield high with robotic-assisted bronchoscopy in peripheral lung lesions...

In this edition, bioinductive implants for ACL reconstruction, osteochondral defects treatments and more. Read the full coverage here: ACL reconstruction with reinforced bioinductive implant may yield favorable outcomes Multiplug, single-plug techniques had comparable outcomes for osteochondral defects MRI-based clinical prediction model identified risk factors for patellar instability New technol...

In this edition, we look at AI bias, nonsurgical biologic therapies and more. Read the full coverage here: 'Math, not magic': Identify and combat bias in AI Orthobiologics: Commit to evidence-based practice, foster cautious optimism TJR indications expand, making it a young man's game Successful management of PJI occurred in about 50% of patients Risks of anteromedial tibial tubercle transfer are...

In this edition, FDA approves subcutaneous chemotherapy for solid tumors, improvements to shared decision-making and more. Read the full coverage here: FDA approves Hernexeos as first oral therapy for NSCLC with HER2 mutations Communication, knowledge critical to improve shared decision-making for lung cancer Detection of ctDNA could help determine use of immunotherapy for small cell lung cancer S...

In this edition, ultra-processed grains linked to elevated risk for IBD, CTA use for GI bleeds increase and more. Read the full coverage here: Ultra-processed grains linked to elevated risk for IBD, especially ulcerative colitis 'Double whammy:' CTA use for GI bleeds rise, but diagnostic yield drops 'Another layer of benefit': GLP-1s linked to lower risk for peptic ulcer disease 'Simplified care m...

In this edition, we look at labral reconstruction in adolescents, the risk of skipping breakfast on osteoporotic fractures and more. Read the full coverage here: Labral reconstruction yielded favorable outcomes among adolescent patients Skipping breakfast, eating late dinners may raise risk for major osteoporotic fractures AI may personalize patient care, identify surgical risks Surgical fixation...

In this edition, we look at the risk orthopedic surgeons face from insufficient malpractice coverage, the role of AI in osteoporosis and more. Read the full coverage here: AI-assisted diagnostic system may identify osteopenia, osteoporosis Insufficient malpractice coverage may place surgeons caring for elite athletes at risk Psychological readiness, stress improved 2 years after ACL reconstruction...

In this edition, FDA approves first oral therapy for NSCLC, interstitial lung disease diagnosis raises risk for lung cancer and more. Read the full coverage here: FDA approves Hernexeos as first oral therapy for NSCLC with HER2 mutations ILD diagnosis raises risk for lung cancer Uninsured patients benefit less from immune checkpoint inhibitors than privately insured Shared decision-making visit im...

In this edition, opioid deaths with GI issues tripled in the past decade, prophylactic vancomycin may reduce risk for recurrent C. difficile and more. Read the full coverage here: 'Deeply alarming': Opioid deaths with GI issues tripled in the past decade Prophylactic vancomycin may reduce risk for recurrent C. difficile CRC disparities in Black communities stem from access, not biology, experts sa...

In this edition, we look at how state opioid cap laws impact total joint replacements, how nutrition affects orthopedic surgery and more. Read the full coverage here: State opioid cap laws may reduce opioid fills after total joint replacement Nutrition may be key to muscle, bone health after surgery Should malnutrition screening occur before orthopedic surgery? Pyrocarbon hemiarthroplasty with gle...

In this edition, we look at how testosterone and exercise affect older women with hip fracture, how vitamin C may be an effective alternative to glucocorticoids and more. Read the full coverage here: Function not improved with testosterone plus exercise after hip fracture in older women Vitamin C may be effective alternative to glucocorticoids in total hip arthroplasty Hip resurfacing may be effec...