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Topaz Technique Effective for Chronic Plantar Fasciopathy

TOPLINE: Radiofrequency microtenotomy using the Topaz technique led to significant pain reduction, functional improvement, and low complication rates in patients with chronic plantar fasciopathy who were unresponsive to conservative treatments. METHODOLOGY: Researchers conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of 15 studies involving 1576 patients (mean age, 45-55 years) with chronic plantar fasciopathy to evaluate the …

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Memory, Mood Symptoms Form Feedback Loop in Older Adults

TOPLINE: Depression and loneliness predicted memory decline over time in older adults, while memory decline worsened mood symptoms, according to a new study that highlighted a bidirectional link among these variables. METHODOLOGY: Researchers aimed to study longitudinal relationships among immediate memory, depressive symptomatology, and loneliness, while controlling for age and the number of chronic diseases. …

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Noninvasive Spleen Test Predicts Liver Disease Complications

TOPLINE: Spleen stiffness measurement (SSM) demonstrated strong predictive accuracy for liver decompensation in patients with compensated advanced chronic liver disease (cACLD), with an optimal cutoff of 50 kPa. METHODOLOGY:  Portal hypertension is a key prognostic factor in cACLD. Although hepatic venous pressure gradient measurement is the gold standard for assessing it, noninvasive approaches like liver …

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Pharmacists Call Off Collective Action After Funding Deal

The National Pharmacy Association (NPA) has stepped back from plans for coordinated action that could have led to high street pharmacies in England limiting their opening hours and cutting services in a dispute over funding.  The decision follows a settlement offer from the government, which the NPA described as a “clear step forward.”  The association …

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Childhood Antibiotic Use Linked to Increased Health Risks

TOPLINE: Children who received multiple antibiotic courses between birth and 2 years of age had a higher risk of developing asthma, food allergies, allergic rhinitis, and intellectual disability, according to a new study.  METHODOLOGY: Researchers analyzed data from a large nationally representative population to examine the associations between antibiotic exposure patterns within 2 years after …

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Huckberry April 2025 Sale: Save up to 72% Off T-Shirts, Joggers, and More

AS A STYLE EDITOR who lives and breathes menswear, I’ve sifted through a ton of brands, but Huckberry never lets me down. The one-stop shop is on my shortlist for quality duds that are built right and look sharp, no matter the season. As the spring temps continue to fluctuate, Huckberry’s sale section is stacked …

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What Is a Power Bottom? Here’s What the Sex Term Really Means—And How to Figure Out if It’s Right for You

You’ve probably heard the term “pillow princess” to describe a sexual partner who likes to lie back and receive pleasure in the bedroom (without doing much else). But did you know there’s a term to describe the opposite scenario: i.e., a man who likes to run the show, even when he’s on the receiving end …

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