The NICE guideline on endometriosis, first published in September 2017, was updated in April 2024. It addresses the diagnosis and management of endometriosis, particularly prioritizing fertility. It seeks to enhance awareness of endometriosis symptoms and offers clear guidance on referral, diagnosis, and the variety of available treatments.

A recent study in Kerala found that nearly 30% of college students aged 18-22 are at risk for eating disorders (ED). Home-staying students, those from higher-income groups, and students with social media addiction face a significantly higher risk. Both underweight and obese/overweight students were also particularly vulnerable, highlighting an urgent need for targeted interventions to address ED risk among youth.

Cavitary lesions and consolidation on chest X-ray (CXR) may serve as an early indicator of drug-resistant tuberculosis (DR-TB) in children, according to a study. Pediatric DR-TB cases had greater odds of cavitary lesions (OR: 2.62) and consolidation (OR: 2.29) compared to drug-sensitive cases. Recognizing these CXR patterns could help initiate timely treatment before microbiological confirmation.

A meta-analysis of 214,091 patients confirmed a strong bidirectional link between metabolic syndrome (MetS) & hyperuricemia. Patients with MetS had a 2.25-fold higher risk of hyperuricemia, with the metabolically unhealthy overweight/obese group facing the highest risk (OR: 3.54). Hyperuricemia also raised the likelihood of developing MetS by 2.14 times, emphasizing integrated management of both conditions.

A large-scale study uncovered a U-shaped link between estimated glucose disposal rate (eGDR) and cardiovascular disease (CVD) in Cardiovascular-Kidney-Metabolic (CKM) syndrome stages 0-3. An eGDR below 11.82 mg/kg/min was associated with a 12% lower CVD risk per unit increase, while higher values were tied to a 19% higher risk per unit increase, highlighting the need for a balanced glucose state in CKM management.