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Medicine June 3, 2026

Medical Burnout in Latin America: A Silent Crisis in Med Schools

Burnout and depression are devastating medical students across Latin America. Experts demand humanizing medical education before the consequences become irreversible.

Exhausted medical student slumped over books in university library
Medicine June 1, 2026

Burnout in Latin American Medical Schools: A Crisis That Can't Wait

Burnout and depression are devastating Latin American medical students. Experts demand humanizing medical education before the crisis deepens further.

Oral pill for obesity and type 2 diabetes treatment
Medicine May 13, 2026

Orforglipron: The First GLP-1 Pill With No Food or Water Restrictions

The FDA approves Lilly's orforglipron (Foundayo), the first oral GLP-1 receptor agonist that can be taken anytime without food or water restrictions.

Orforglipron pill beside a glass of water and a medical scale
Medicine April 25, 2026

Orforglipron: The First GLP-1 Pill You Can Take Anytime, Anywhere

The FDA approves Lilly's orforglipron, the first GLP-1 pill requiring no fasting or specific water intake. What does this mean for obesity treatment?

Orforglipron Foundayo pill on white background with FDA approval concept
Medicine April 13, 2026

Orforglipron: The First GLP-1 Pill You Can Take Without Fasting

The FDA approves Lilly's orforglipron (Foundayo), the first oral GLP-1 receptor agonist requiring no fasting or special water intake. What it means for patients.

Person hugging an adopted dog, smiling happily
Medicine April 2, 2026

Adopting a Pet: The Surprising Health Benefits You Should Know

Find out how adopting a pet improves your physical and mental health. Discover cachorros.info, the new free platform to adopt pets in Spain.

Astronaut aboard the International Space Station conducting medical experiments
Medicine March 31, 2026

How the Human Body Changes in Space: What Science Reveals

Space science reveals deep changes in bones, muscles, vision and DNA. Discover what happens to the human body beyond Earth's atmosphere.

Doctor measuring a patient's abdominal circumference during a consultation
Medicine March 29, 2026

Italy Recognises Obesity as a Chronic Disease: A European Milestone

Italy becomes a European benchmark by legally recognising obesity as a chronic disease. We analyse what changes for patients and healthcare systems across the continent.

Doctor using HoloLens augmented reality glasses for 3D surgical planning
Medicine March 22, 2026

Augmented and virtual reality in medicine: from surgical simulator to AR operating room

VR reduces resident operative time by 30%. AR in the operating room overlays CT on the operative field in real time. State of the art in 2026.

Person in mental health video consultation with psychologist via tablet
Technology March 21, 2026

Telemedicine in mental health: efficacy, AI chatbots, and regulation in 2026

Online CBT equals in-person therapy for depression and anxiety. AI chatbots and apps: what the evidence says and how Spain regulates them in 2026.

Person with continuous glucose sensor on arm monitoring with smartphone
Technology March 20, 2026

CGM and artificial pancreas in 2026: from implantable sensor to full closed loop

Dexcom G7, FreeStyle Libre 3, and Eversense 365 lead CGM in 2026. The artificial pancreas reaches clinical maturity. CGM use in non-diabetics: evidence and controversy.

Medical 3D bioprinter printing biological tissue in a regenerative medicine laboratory
Technology March 19, 2026

3D bioprinting in medicine: corneas, cartilage, and the road to full organs

Bioprinted skin, cartilage, and corneas are now clinical reality. The vascularization barrier still limits complex organs. State of the art of 3D bioprinting in 2026.

Doctor analyzing mammogram on screen with artificial intelligence assistance
Medical Technology March 18, 2026

AI outperforms radiologists in breast cancer detection: what the study says

A DeepMind AI system achieves 94.5% accuracy on mammograms, outperforming standard double reading. We analyze the data, limitations, and regulatory debate.

Researcher in laboratory analyzing gene therapy samples with microscope
Research March 17, 2026

Gene therapy for hemophilia: 5-year data confirm efficacy but raise new questions

Five-year follow-up of gene therapy in hemophilia A and B shows 89% response rate, but questions arise about durability in young patients and the reimbursement model.

Surgeon operating with da Vinci robotic system in modern operating room
Technology March 16, 2026

Robotic surgery in 2026: da Vinci 5 with haptics and AI, and the competitor war

The da Vinci 5 introduces haptics and surgical AI. Hugo, Versius, and Senhance break the monopoly. 5G-based remote robotic surgery is now a clinical reality.

Cell biology laboratory with fluorescence microscope analyzing senescent cells
Research March 15, 2026

Senolytics in 2026: drugs that eliminate old cells and slow aging

Dasatinib + quercetin, fisetin, and anti-senescence CAR-T in clinical trials. Senolytics could treat IPF, diabetes, osteoarthritis, and Alzheimer's by clearing senescent cells.

Scientist performing CRISPR genome editing in a biotechnology laboratory
Research March 14, 2026

CRISPR approved: Casgevy cures sickle cell disease and beta-thalassemia

Casgevy and Lyfgenia, the first approved CRISPR drugs, transform sickle cell disease treatment. 2-year results and in vivo editing prospects.

Electron microscope showing intestinal microbiome bacteria
Research March 13, 2026

Intestinal microbiome and autoimmunity: from correlation to causality

The microbiome regulates immune response and its dysbiosis is linked to MS, RA, and IBD. Fecal transplant, prebiotics, and pharmacomicrobiomics in 2026.

Researcher pipetting samples in an advanced oncological research laboratory
Research March 12, 2026

Personalized mRNA vaccines against pancreatic cancer: 2026 results

Moderna/Merck and BioNTech mRNA vaccines achieve 78% recurrence-free survival in resected pancreatic cancer. Phase I/II trial analysis.

Scientist working with genetic samples in a biomedical research laboratory
Research March 11, 2026

Duchenne in 2026: micro-dystrophin gene therapy and CRISPR on the clinical horizon

Elevidys (SRP-9001) brings gene therapy to Duchenne patients. Human CRISPR trials begin in 2026. A complete state-of-the-art review of DMD.

Rheumatologist examining the hands of an arthritis patient
Specialties March 10, 2026

Rheumatoid arthritis in 2026: biologics, JAK inhibitors, and cardiovascular safety

Methotrexate, anti-TNF, anti-IL-6, and JAK inhibitors in rheumatoid arthritis treatment. The 2026 cardiovascular safety debate around JAK inhibitors.

Brain MRI showing multiple sclerosis lesions
Specialties March 9, 2026

Multiple sclerosis in 2026: the "hit hard, hit early" strategy is now the standard

Ocrelizumab, ofatumumab, and ublituximab lead MS treatment in 2026. Evidence confirms that early high-efficacy treatment preserves neurological function.

Oncologist reviewing chest X-ray with lung tumor image
Specialties March 8, 2026

Lung cancer: immunotherapy in 2026 and 5-year survival in stage IV

20% of stage IV lung cancer patients survive beyond 5 years with pembrolizumab. 2026 algorithm, perioperative immunotherapy, and toxicity reviewed.

Dermatologist examining a patient's skin with inflammatory skin disease
Specialties March 7, 2026

Psoriasis in 2026: from anti-IL-17 biologics to the new oral TYK2 inhibitor

Bimekizumab, risankizumab, and deucravacitinib lead the new era of psoriasis treatment. PASI 100 rates of 60% and the first selective oral TYK2 inhibitor.

Cardiologist performing catheter cardiac ablation in electrophysiology lab
Specialties March 6, 2026

Atrial fibrillation ablation in 2026: cryoballoon, RF, and the rise of PFA

Pulsed field ablation (PFA) is revolutionizing AF treatment. Comparison with cryoballoon and RF, expanded indications, and current evidence.

Researcher analyzing brain samples in a neuroscience laboratory
Medicine March 5, 2026

Alzheimer in 2026: blood biomarkers and the first disease-modifying treatments

Lecanemab and donanemab modify Alzheimer's course. Plasma p-tau217 biomarkers make early diagnosis accessible. A complete state-of-the-art review.

Brain MRI scan on medical screen
Medicine March 4, 2026

Chronic migraine: anti-CGRP antibodies and gepants change the paradigm

Anti-CGRP monoclonal antibodies and gepants have revolutionized prevention and acute treatment of chronic migraine. A full review of 2026 options.

Catheterization lab with medical team performing coronary intervention
Medicine March 3, 2026

Acute myocardial infarction: updated management protocol

From prehospital ECG to drug-eluting stent: a review of the current STEMI protocol, antiplatelet therapy, and post-infarction management.

Person with diabetes monitoring glucose with a wearable device
Medicine March 2, 2026

Type 2 diabetes in 2026: the era of GLP-1 receptor agonists

Semaglutide, tirzepatide, and retatrutide are rewriting type 2 diabetes treatment in 2026. New guidelines, cardiovascular and renal benefits.

Doctor measuring a patient's blood pressure
Medicine March 1, 2026

Arterial hypertension: updated 2026 treatment guidelines

The 2026 hypertension guidelines update control targets, recommend the polypill, and validate renal denervation. A comprehensive review.