Jul 26, 2026
Adjunct intra-arterial alteplase after thrombectomy improved 90-day functional recovery in LVO stroke (57.5% vs 42.5%). Headache occurs in 46% of hemorrhagic stroke patients; only 21.8% of stroke/TBI patients receive inpatient rehab.
Jul 20, 2026
NHMRC Tracker newsletters cover the new Research Translation Strategy 2026–2030, a revised generative AI policy, RRR Capacity Building grants, and consultations on drinking water and clinical guidelines.
Aug 04, 2026
FDA final guidance sets standards for psychedelic clinical trials. Federal agencies and states are advancing psilocybin and ibogaine research, and Eli Lilly is acquiring AtaiBeckley for $2.8 billion.
Jul 23, 2026
A Cochrane review finds exercise for hip osteoarthritis reduces pain by 7 points on a 100-point scale, below the 12-point threshold for noticeable benefit. A survey shows 76% of physical therapy patients skip home exercises, citing forgetfulness and time constraints. A study reports only 22% of stroke and brain injury survivors receive intensive inpatient rehab, with disparities by race, insurance, and income.
Apr 24, 2026
Research and survey data point to lifelong learning, midlife stimulating activities and treatment of health risks as factors linked to better brain health and lower dementia risk.
Mar 09, 2026
Rhythm Pharmaceuticals announced expanded Phase 3 TRANSCEND trial data showing an 18.8% placebo-adjusted BMI reduction at 52 weeks for setmelanotide in acquired hypothalamic obesity, with FDA PDUFA goal date set for March 20, 2026.
Feb 16, 2026
Blood-based biomarkers including brain-derived tau and amyloid-beta are enabling earlier Alzheimer's disease diagnosis through non-invasive testing, though confirmatory imaging remains necessary before treatment initiation.