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A review of prematurity-associated lung disease (PLD) argues that respiratory follow-up should extend beyond early childhood and focus on current symptoms and lung-function trajectories rather than relying exclusively on a history of bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD).

Breast cancer remains the most prevalent cancer among U.S. women, with diagnoses and mortality projected to rise over the next two decades. Nurses play a central role in early recognition, patient education, treatment support, and ongoing surveillance throughout the care continuum.

Glaukos has launched a keratoconus awareness campaign featuring NBA player Stephen Curry to improve recognition of disease symptoms, risk factors, and the importance of timely evaluation. The initiative focuses on education and public awareness rather than new clinical evidence.

Retinal imaging findings were associated with future atrial fibrillation diagnosis in two large UK datasets, with thinning of specific retinal nerve layers observed years before clinical detection. The study identified an early risk signal but did not establish causality or diagnostic utility.

A Florida senior care organization reported identifying more dementia cases at earlier stages after replacing paper-based cognitive screening with a brief digital assessment, though independent diagnostic validation remains unavailable.

Prostate cancer screening continues to rely on individualized risk assessment, PSA monitoring, and shared decision-making, while advances in MRI imaging and biomarker testing may help refine biopsy decisions and reduce unnecessary invasive procedures.