Anaya Malik
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Anaya Malik
@amjeditor.bsky.social
Editor & VP of Content of the American Medical Journal. Publisher of open access eJournals in Dermatology, Neurology, Respiratory, Oncology, Microbiology & ID, and Rheumatology content. Free subscription: https://www.emjreviews.com/en-us/amj/mailing-list/
⚠️ Legionnaires’ disease may be especially deadly in people with cancer.

New findings reveal heightened mortality in this vulnerable population, reinforcing the need for clinical vigilance and prompt recognition. 🫁

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#Oncology #InfectiousDiseases
Legionnaires' Disease: Heightened Mortality in Cancer Populations
As Legionnaires' disease outbreaks spread, discover why cancer patients face severe diagnostic pitfalls and high mortality. Read more now.
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September 16, 2026 at 7:32 PM
⏸️ Can early HIV treatment help pause biological aging?

New proteomic findings suggest timely treatment may help restore healthier aging patterns, offering another compelling reason to diagnose and treat HIV early. 🧬

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#HIV #HealthyAging
Halting Proteomic Aging in HIV: How Early Treatment Restores Health
Unchecked infection accelerates proteomic aging in HIV, but prompt suppressive therapy can reverse biological decay. Read more here.
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September 16, 2026 at 7:32 PM
🧠 Could AI help radiologists catch more intracranial aneurysms?

A new tool improved detection yield across brain CT angiography scans, highlighting how AI-assisted review could strengthen diagnostic accuracy. 🔍

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#Neurology #MedicalAI
New AI Tool Elevates Intracranial Aneurysm Detection Across Brain CTAs
See how clinical AI boosts intracranial aneurysm detection on brain CT angiography and where it works best in practice. Read more.
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September 16, 2026 at 7:21 PM
💊 As people with HIV live longer, managing multiple conditions and medications is becoming increasingly complex.

New U.S. data reveal how this burden varies across patient populations 👇

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HIV Polypharmacy Highlights Growing Comorbidity Burden
HIV polypharmacy and multimorbidity remain elevated across demographic groups. Read more about the clinical implications.
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September 15, 2026 at 2:27 PM
👶🫁 Can high-quality neonatal ventilation training come at a low cost?

A simulation-based program helped clinicians strengthen essential skills, with training tailored to their experience levels.

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Low-Cost Neonatal Ventilation Training Strengthens Skills
Low-cost neonatal ventilation training supported knowledge and practical skills in Tanzania. Read more.
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September 15, 2026 at 2:27 PM
What is next for interventional pulmonology?

Highlights from ATS 2026 explore advances in cryobiopsy, EBUS-guided sampling, robot-assisted bronchoscopy, and emerging tools to improve lung lesion diagnosis.

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#ATS2026 #pulmonology
Advances in Interventional Pulmonology: Highlights from ATS 2026
THERE WERE many incredible cases and exciting trials presented at this year’s American Thoracic Society (ATS) International Conference...
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July 31, 2026 at 3:04 PM
Former professional football players may face a markedly higher burden of Parkinson’s disease and neurodegenerative mortality.

What should clinicians look for in patients with a history of repetitive head impacts?

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#AMJNeurology #ParkinsonsDisease
Early Onset Parkinson's Elevated Among Professional Football Players
Read more to explore new clinical evidence linking repetitive head impact exposure in football to early onset Parkinson's disease risk.
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July 31, 2026 at 3:02 PM
Why can the same carcinogen lead to different tumors?

New findings suggest inherited genetics influence which driver mutations emerge, how quickly cancer develops, and whether genomic instability occurs.

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#AMJOncology #CancerResearch #Genomics
Same Mutagen, Different Tumors: How Genetics Dictate Cancer Risk
Germline genetic background dictates oncogenic driver choice and tumor evolution. Read more to discover how inheritance impacts cancer.
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July 31, 2026 at 3:01 PM
Can routine pathology slides reveal the molecular profile of colorectal cancer?

This ASCO 2026 abstract review explores how a graph neural network predicted more than 200 molecular signatures from H&E images.

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#ASCO26 #ColorectalCancer #DigitalPathology
Inferring Molecular Signatures in Colorectal Cancer Directly from Routine Whole-Slide Images
Molecular profiling has advanced colorectal cancer (CRC) research but remains limited in the clinic due to cost and tissue constraints...
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July 30, 2026 at 3:47 PM
Could respiratory infections in early life shape later skin health?

Across 2 birth cohorts, a greater infection burden before age 3 was associated with higher odds of childhood atopic dermatitis.

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#AtopicDermatitis #PediatricDermatology
Early Respiratory Infections Raise Childhood Atopic Dermatitis Risk
Early respiratory infections were associated with childhood atopic dermatitis across two birth cohorts. Read more about the findings.
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July 30, 2026 at 3:44 PM
Blood collection accounted for nearly half of reported sharp-object injuries in a 10-year hospital study.

Medical students and younger healthcare personnel were among the most affected groups.

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#InfectionPrevention #HealthcareSafety
Sharp Injuries Expose Staff to Blood-Borne Pathogens
Sharp injuries continue to expose healthcare workers and medical students to blood-borne pathogens. Read more about the findings.
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July 30, 2026 at 3:43 PM
Could lactylation unlock new treatment approaches for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis?

Researchers identified 3 genes linked to fibrotic activity, immune changes, and disease progression.

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#PulmonaryFibrosis #RespiratoryMedicine
New Therapeutic Targets Identified in Pulmonary Fibrosis
Three lactylation related genes may drive idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis and offer new therapeutic targets. Read more.
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July 30, 2026 at 3:43 PM
What changed in multiple sclerosis care at #AAN2026?

Explore updates to the McDonald Criteria, emerging biomarkers, high-efficacy treatment strategies, and promising BTK inhibitor data in this expert congress review.

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#MultipleSclerosis #Neurology
Updates in Multiple Sclerosis: AAN Annual Meeting 2026
Aaron Miller, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, USA, reviewed the latest 2024 McDonald Criteria, noting that it was developed...
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July 29, 2026 at 5:05 PM
AI is reshaping rheumatoid arthritis care.

From detecting subclinical inflammation to predicting treatment response, emerging models could support earlier diagnosis and more personalized treatment selection. What still limits clinical adoption?

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Artificial Intelligence in Rheumatoid Arthritis Reshapes Care
Discover how artificial intelligence in rheumatoid arthritis improves diagnosis, imaging, and tailored therapy.
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July 29, 2026 at 5:01 PM
Newborn blood spots are offering a window into early chemical exposure.

Higher levels of several PFAS were associated with increased odds of childhood acute lymphoblastic leukemia, highlighting the need to examine both legacy and replacement chemicals.

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PFAS Exposure and Childhood Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia Risk
Discover how neonatal blood spots link PFAS exposure and childhood acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Read more on AMJ.
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July 29, 2026 at 5:00 PM
AI is reshaping rheumatoid arthritis care.

From detecting subclinical inflammation to predicting treatment response, emerging models could support earlier diagnosis and more personalized treatment selection. What still limits clinical adoption?

Read more:
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Artificial Intelligence in Rheumatoid Arthritis Reshapes Care
Discover how artificial intelligence in rheumatoid arthritis improves diagnosis, imaging, and tailored therapy.
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July 29, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Newborn blood spots are offering a window into early chemical exposure.

Higher levels of several PFAS were associated with increased odds of childhood acute lymphoblastic leukemia, highlighting the need to examine both legacy and replacement chemicals.

Read more:
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PFAS Exposure and Childhood Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia Risk
Discover how neonatal blood spots link PFAS exposure and childhood acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Read more on AMJ.
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July 29, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Could meal timing support cognitive health?

In a pilot trial, older women following an 8 to 9 hour eating window showed improved working memory, problem solving, and spatial planning, despite similar weight loss between groups.

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Time-Restricted Eating Preserves Cognitive Function in Adults
Discover how time-restricted eating may preserve cognitive function in older adults. Read more on the latest clinical trial results.
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July 29, 2026 at 3:59 PM
Did you read our #AAD2026 cutaneous oncology write-up?

Explore the latest advances in AI-supported risk stratification, circulating tumor DNA, and neoadjuvant immunotherapy for cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma and Merkel cell carcinoma.

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Updates in Cutaneous Oncology from the 2026 AAD Annual Meeting: A Focus on Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma and Merkel Cell Carcinoma
THE AMERICAN Academy of Dermatology (AAD) Annual Meeting represents the largest gathering of leaders in dermatology each year...
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July 27, 2026 at 5:35 PM
Adult risk models may overlook important factors in pediatric surgical site infections.

New findings highlight longer hospital stays, higher readmission rates, and the need for pediatric specific prevention strategies.

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Pediatric Surgical Site Infections Challenge Adult Risk Models
Language differences may influence pediatric surgical site infections and postoperative outcomes. Read more about the findings.
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July 23, 2026 at 5:05 PM
Can cosmetic surgery trigger scarring hair loss years later?

A systematic review highlights cases of lichen planopilaris following hair transplantation and facial procedures.

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Lichen Planopilaris May Follow Cosmetic Surgery
Lichen planopilaris may emerge years after hair transplantation or facial surgery. Read more about the findings and clinical implications.
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July 23, 2026 at 5:05 PM
Could a sleep apnea implant support cardiovascular health?

Hypoglossal nerve stimulation was linked to fewer new diabetes and hypertension diagnoses after 2 years. Further research is needed.

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Sleep Apnea Implant Shows Potential Cardiovascular Benefits
Hypoglossal nerve stimulation may reduce long-term diabetes and hypertension incidence in sleep apnea. Read more about the findings.
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July 23, 2026 at 5:04 PM
Could artificial sweeteners affect long-term brain health?

High intake was associated with a 62% faster rate of global cognitive decline, equivalent to approximately 1.6 additional years of cognitive aging.

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High Artificial Sweetener Intake Linked to Cognitive Decline
Find out more about how daily low-calorie sweetener consumption is associated with accelerated cognitive decline and brain aging in adults.
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July 22, 2026 at 7:35 PM
1 in 5 people worldwide will develop cancer during their lifetime.

New global statistics reveal 20.6 million diagnoses in 2024, and project annual cases could rise 67% by 2050.

Explore the implications for cancer prevention and screening:

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Global Cancer Statistics Reveal Surging Lifetime Risks
Discover the latest global cancer statistics detailing incidence, mortality trends, and long-term projections. Click to read more.
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July 22, 2026 at 7:35 PM
Autoimmune disease may carry an overlooked cardiac burden.

An analysis of more than 1 million people links systemic autoimmune conditions, particularly rheumatoid arthritis and systemic sclerosis, to higher rates of arrhythmias and conduction disorders.

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Elevated Risk of Cardiac Arrhythmias in Autoimmune Diseases
Read more to find out how systemic autoimmune diseases increase the risk of cardiac arrhythmias and conduction disorders in adults.
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July 22, 2026 at 7:35 PM