This week, we look at new research on potassium optimization in patients with defibrillators, reducing antihypertensive therapy in nursing homes, an mRNA influenza vaccine, and belzutifan for rare neuroendocrine tumors. We review long QT syndrome and present a case of abnormal behavior and seizures in a young man. We also explore perspectives on primary care reform, tobacco cessation in HIV and tuberculosis care, corporate control in health care, and the simple power of compassion with ice cream.

In this episode, we look at new trials on deferring arterial catheterization in shock, beta-blocker use after myocardial infarction, and a treatment for triple-negative breast cancer. We review acromegaly. A case describes a man with dyspnea, edema, and pacemaker lead displacement. We explore perspectives on the burdens of primary care, the erosion of harm reduction, child health policy, and the meaning of hospice.

In this episode, we discuss long-term outcomes after chest-wall irradiation for breast cancer, new treatments for psoriasis and obesity, and early results on a vaccine for Lassa fever. We review opioid deprescribing and a clinical case describes spiraling into a distant past. Perspectives examine the corporatization of health care, the health effects of new energy legislation, and Medicaid cuts affecting U.S. children.Supplement to the New England Journal of Medicine, Vol. 393, No. 18.

This week, we look at new findings from the European prostate cancer screening study, advances in lung cancer therapy, physical therapy for meniscal tear, and a promising vaccine for Salmonella Paratyphi A. We review noninvasive liver fibrosis assessment and a complex clinical case, and explore perspectives on concierge care, kidney disease equity, WIC enrollment, community health, FDA regulation, and standing with colleagues in Gaza. Supplement to the New England Journal of Medicine, Vol. 393, No. 17.

In this episode, we look at new research on mucoactive therapy for bronchiectasis, aspirin use in anticoagulated patients with coronary disease, and sotatercept for early pulmonary arterial hypertension. We explore the genetics behind misdiagnosed common diseases and review uncertainty in medical training. We also share a case of woman with abdominal distention, edema, and pleural effusions and Perspectives on sickle cell disease, fetal personhood, and living with a genetic diagnosis. Supplement to the New England Journal of Medicine, Vol. 393, No. 16.

In this episode, we look at new research in cervical cancer, lupus, gene therapy for immune deficiency, and malaria prevention in infants. We review hair loss in women, follow a case of tuberculosis in advanced HIV, and hear perspectives on vaccines, primary care, digital health, infection surveillance, AI in disaster response, Medicare policy, and bearing witness in conflict zones. Supplement to the New England Journal of Medicine, Vol. 393, No. 15.

In this episode, we explore new treatments for hypertension, hereditary amyloidosis, and malaria prevention, along with insights on mosquito-borne disease control. We review idiopathic intracranial hypertension, follow a striking case of a hidden foreign body, and hear perspectives on worker safety, immigrant health care, the role of pharmaceutical wholesalers, and the arc of a medical career. Supplement to the New England Journal of Medicine, Vol. 393, No. 14.

Featuring articles on severe acute malnutrition with gastroenteritis in children, medical imaging and pediatric cancer risk, moderate hypertriglyceridemia, preventing RSV disease in healthy infants, and treating hypertension in rural South Africa; a review article on monoclonal gammopathy of undetermined significance; a Clinical Problem-Solving on a shifting frame; and Perspectives on insight into corporate governance, on pharmaceutical tariffs, and on OUD medications. Supplement to the New England Journal of Medicine, Vol. 393, No. 13.

We discuss the latest in medical research and ideas.

Featuring articles on PI3K-altered colorectal cancer, type 2 diabetes, oral semaglutide, and proportional-assist ventilation; a review article on tumor lysis syndrome; a case report of a girl with chest pain and bone and liver lesions; and Perspectives on integrating pharmacotherapy into tobacco control, on Medicaid enrollees with chronic conditions, and on ultraprocessed food. Supplement to the New England Journal of Medicine, Vol. 393, No. 11.

Featuring articles on hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, rehabilitation after myocardial infarction in older adults, the 2024 Marburg virus disease outbreak in Rwanda, and medications for opioid use disorder in county jails; a case report of a woman with dyspnea and fatigue; a Medicine and Society on the race-correction debates; and Perspectives on recent efforts toward equity, on medical research funding in a divided America, and on the end of days. Supplement to the New England Journal of Medicine, Vol. 393, No. 10.

Featuring articles on obesity, type 1 diabetes, syphilis, and heparin-induced thrombocytopenia; a review article on the management of acute type B aortic dissection; a Clinical Problem-Solving describing a fruitful workup; and Perspectives on the corporatization deal, on advancing physician-scientist training in China, and on the rise of drug innovation in China. Supplement to the New England Journal of Medicine, Vol. 393, No. 9.

Featuring articles on lung cancer, vasomotor symptoms in breast cancer, autoimmune pulmonary alveolar proteinosis, and high-risk cutaneous squamous-cell carcinoma; a review article on educational strategies for clinical supervision of AI use; a case report of a woman with fatigue and myalgias; a Sounding Board on vaccine policy in the U.S.; and Perspectives on preventive care at the Supreme Court, regulating private equity in health care, reforming the prescription drug user fee program, and on the consultant. Supplement to the New England Journal of Medicine, Vol. 393, No. 8.

Featuring articles on overweight, obesity and diabetes; lactated Ringer’s solution versus normal saline; and spinal muscular atrophy; a review article on metabolic dysfunction–associated steatotic liver disease; a case report of a woman with respiratory failure and abnormal chest imaging; and Perspectives on dismantling public health infrastructure, on progress lost, on private law in American health care, and on the serendipitous dance between life and death. Supplement to the New England Journal of Medicine, Vol. 393, No. 7.

We discuss the latest in medical research and ideas.