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Nature Medicine, Published online: 24 June 2025; doi:10.1038/s41591-025-03785-6

Artificial intelligence-based detection of gastric cancer at different stages from noncontrast computed tomography is suggested to be feasible in a retrospective analysis of large and diverse cohorts, including real-world populations in opportunistic and targeted screening scenarios.

Nature Medicine, Published online: 24 June 2025; doi:10.1038/s41591-025-03764-x

As alcohol and cannabis consumption rise around the world, we call for a global treaty to regulate misuse, inspired by the WHO Tobacco Control Framework.

Nature Medicine, Published online: 24 June 2025; doi:10.1038/s41591-025-03786-5

Training physician-scientists, a view from inside

The claim that alcohol-based hand sanitizers kill 99.9 percent of germs that cause disease is misleading. According to infectious disease experts at the Cleveland Clinic, this number is based on research conducted in ideal laboratory conditions rather than from everyday use, and overlooks situations that decrease effectiveness like dirty ar oily hands, not applying enough sanitizer, and using sanitizer that has an alcohol content lower than 60 percent. In addition, some kinds of germs and parasites are resistant to hand sanitizer. In general, hand sanitizer is only preferable when thoroughly washing your hands with soap and water isn’t feasible.

Nature Medicine, Published online: 23 June 2025; doi:10.1038/s41591-025-03724-5

A reinforcement learning-based virtual reality system, implementing a series of sport sessions with coaching, was as effective as standard physical activity in reducing fat mass in adolescents, with positive effects on cognition.

Nature Medicine, Published online: 23 June 2025; doi:10.1038/d41591-025-00040-w

Greater diversity of dietary flavonoid intake correlated with reduced all-cause mortality risk and chronic disease incidence among UK Biobank participants.

Nature Medicine, Published online: 23 June 2025; doi:10.1038/s41591-025-03757-w

Virtual reality sports offer a novel and effective strategy to reduce fat mass and holistically promote metabolic, physical, psychological and cognitive health in adolescents with excess body weight, yielding similar, and at times superior, benefits compared with conventional real-world sports.

Seeds derived from vegetables like pumpkin and flowering plants such as sunflower are not only versatile in the kitchen but also packed with nutritional value. Rich in fibre, protein, essential vitamins, and minerals, these seeds can support digestion, aid in weight management, enhance skin health, and contribute to overall heart and bone wellness when included …

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Nature Medicine, Published online: 19 June 2025; doi:10.1038/s41591-025-03754-z

Publisher Correction: Genomic reanalysis of a pan-European rare-disease resource yields new diagnoses

Nutmeg, a warm, aromatic spice, can make your cakes and puddings delicious. After all, the spice made from the brown, oval-shaped seed of the nutmeg tree (Myristica fragrans) has a sweet, nutty, and slightly peppery flavour. Interestingly, it is not just valued for its flavour. You can also have it to enjoy nutmeg benefits, including …

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