Lipopolymer-Delivered RNA Interference Shows Promise Against FLT3-Mutated AML
October 16th 2024Investigators say adding RNA interference (RNAi) therapy to current treatment modalities may improve outcomes in patients with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) with internal tandem duplication in the fms-like tyrosine kinase 3 (FLT3) gene.
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Dr Cesar Davila-Chapa Calls for Awareness of Racial Differences in IPF Hospitalization
October 16th 2024At CHEST 2024, Cesar Davila-Chapa, MD, University of Nebraska Medical Center, brings awareness to the racial disparities demonstrated in his investigation of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) hospitalizations and outcomes.
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Mirvetuximab Soravtansine Effective in Patients With FRα+, Platinum-Sensitive Ovarian Cancer
October 15th 2024The phase 2 PICCOLO trial demonstrated that mirvetuximab soravtansine (Elahere; AbbVie) is effective and tolerable in heavily pre-treated patients with folate receptor alpha-positive (FRα+), platinum-sensitive ovarian cancer.
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Ineligibility, Limitations to PR Uptake in Patients With AECOPD
October 15th 2024Two posters at the CHEST 2024 annual meeting revealed that 18% of eligible patients hospitalized with acute exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (AECOPD) participated in post-discharge pulmonary rehabilitation (PR), with ineligibility significantly limiting uptake.
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Addressing Psychosocial Needs and Navigating Financial Toxicity Shared the Spotlight at ACCC
October 15th 2024Financial toxicity and patient and staff wellness were well explored at the Association of Cancer Care Centers (ACCC) 41st National Oncology Conference, serving as the focal point of multiple posters and presentations.
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Racial, Ethnic Disparities Persist in the Treatment, Hospitalization of Patients With IPF
October 15th 2024Two posters presented at CHEST 2024 revealed significant racial and ethnic disparities in the hospitalization and treatment of patients with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), with Black patients hospitalized at younger ages but less likely to receive antifibrotic medications than White patients.
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Navigating Racial Disparities in Psoriatic Arthritis: Insights From Patient-Reported Outcomes
October 14th 2024Individuals with self-reported moderate to severe psoriatic arthritis (PsA) face a higher disease burden, particularly among Black participants, highlighting the need for a better understanding of the interplay between PsA severity and racial and ethnic disparities.
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Impact of Air Pollution on Lung Health Sparks Call for Physician-Led Action at CHEST 2024
October 14th 2024Posters presented at the CHEST 2024 annual meeting demonstrated air pollution's role in lung impairment and disease, highlighting the urgent need for providers to address the escalating impacts of climate change on lung health.
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Dr Maxine Dexter: Physician Voices Are Crucial to Public Health
October 14th 2024During CHEST 2024, Maxine Dexter, MD, Kaiser Permanente, discussed her belief in the vital role of physicians in public health advocacy, drawing from her legislative work on issues as a former Oregon State Representative.
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