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What Are Physicians’ Nutrition Competencies Around the World?
Nutrition plays a fundamental role in the prevention and treatment of non-communicable diseases. Yet many physicians lack the necessary knowledge and confidence to apply it effectively in clinical practice. International studies show that nutrition education in medical schools is limited and inconsistent, leading to low competency and poor practical skills in advising patients. The findings also offer inspiration for systemic improvements and highlight examples of good practice.

Different Dietary Components Alter Gut Microbiota. What Does That Mean for Immunity?
The gut “microzoo” is highly diverse, influenced by many factors. Today, it’s well recognized that our...

“Clinical Bites” – Research Highlights 2025/28
Here are the first refreshing September updates from across medical fields, covering topics such as…

AI Could Transform Cancer Treatment by Precisely Identifying Tumor Cells
A new artificial intelligence tool called AAnet, developed and tested by researchers led by the…

Europe Reads DNA: Genomic Projects Shaping the Future
Breakthroughs that enable easy sequencing of large portions of the genome represent a major…

How Do Chronic and Acute Stress Affect the Gastrointestinal Tract?
The link between chronic stress and changes in the digestive tract is well supported by numerous…

Younger Generations Increasingly Affected by Appendix Cancer
Although appendiceal adenocarcinoma (AA) is a rare disease, its rising incidence among younger age…

AI-Powered Phishing: A Growing Threat to Healthcare
In the busy environment of hospitals, a single careless click on an email can trigger a chain…

Misdiagnosis of Rheumatic Autoimmune Diseases Leads to Depression and Distrust in Healthcare Providers
The heterogeneous cluster of symptoms reported by patients with systemic autoimmune rheumatic…

Why Do We Forget About the Nocebo Effect, Even Though It Is Stronger Than the Placebo Effect?
Eliminating the placebo effect is a common part of clinical evaluation leading to drug…