Prof. Giorgi Pkhakadze
Live biotherapeutic matches donor FMT in treating recurrent C. diff infection
Phase 1b trial shows manufactured 15-strain biotherapeutic achieves similar efficacy to traditional fecal transplant in treating recurrent C. difficile infection.…
Cervical Length Screening Could Prevent Thousands of Preterm Births, Meta-Analysis Shows
A comprehensive meta-analysis reveals cervical length measurement at 18-24 weeks could significantly improve preterm birth prediction. The study provides the…
Prison TB screening could cut population-wide tuberculosis by 28%, mathematical models show
Mathematical modeling across three Latin American countries shows comprehensive TB screening in prisons could reduce population-wide tuberculosis incidence by up…
GLP-1 Weight-Loss Drugs Reduce Breast Cancer Risk by 17% in Largest Study to Date
New research from ASCO 2026 shows GLP-1 weight-loss medications reduce breast cancer risk by 17% and cancer mortality by 24%…
Resistance Training Linked to 27% Reduction in Early Death Risk, Large-Scale Review Finds
New systematic review of 480,000+ adults shows resistance training reduces early death risk by up to 27%. Benefits appear independent…
AI Arms Race in Medical Billing Creates New Barriers to Patient Care
Healthcare providers and insurers are deploying AI systems against each other in billing disputes, driving up costs and creating barriers…
FDA Issues Early Alert for Abiomed Catheter Kit Linked to Blood Clot Formation
FDA warns that prolonged use of Abiomed 14Fr Low Profile Introducer catheter may cause blood clot formation. Healthcare providers advised…
PAHO Urges Enhanced Measles Surveillance Ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup
PAHO issues urgent recommendations for enhanced measles surveillance and vaccination as countries prepare for 2026 FIFA World Cup. Mass gatherings…