Dr Michel Michaelides Speaks About Implications of Gene Therapy Study Results in Ophthalmology
October 27th 2022The results of a study showing improved functional vision and retinal sensitivity have implications for gene therapy in ophthalmological conditions, explained Michel Michaelides, MD, FACP, a consultant ophthalmologist and a professor of ophthalmology at the University College London Institute of Ophthalmology's Genetics Department.
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Neil Goldfarb on Launch, Value-Based Impact of Greater Philadelphia Business Coalition on Health
October 27th 2022Neil Goldfarb, president and CEO of Greater Philadelphia Business Coalition on Health (GPBCH), discussed his initial motivations for launching a business coalition 10 years ago in the Greater Philadelphia region and what accomplishments GPBCH has had so far in driving health care value.
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New ICD-10 Code Aims to Provide More Insight Into Hepatic Encephalopathy
October 26th 2022In an interview, the section chief of hepatology at Rush University Medical Center discussed why the addition of the International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Clinical Modification (ICD-10-CM) diagnosis code K76.82 is necessary.
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Increasing HF-Related Mortality Concerning Among Young Adults, Experts Say
October 26th 2022The limited data on heart failure (HF)-related mortality among young adults, those aged 15 to 44 years, prompted this analysis of data from 1999 to 2019 that considered HF as a contributing or underlying cause of death.
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Jason Ezra Hawkes, MD, MS, FAAD, board-certified dermatologist and associate professor of dermatology at the University of California Davis in Sacramento, discussed how prior authorizations and other insurance requirements are limiting treatment access in atopic dermatitis and how dermatologists can help ameliorate these approval issues.
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Advocate Discusses Misconceptions, Culturally Sensitive Care for Hidradenitis Suppurativa
October 26th 2022Athena Gierbolini, president of Hope for HS, a nonprofit advocacy group for those affected with hidradenitis suppurativa (HS), spoke on common stigmas regarding HS and how clinicians can improve consultation through a culturally sensitive approach.
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Dr Kevin Astle on the Pharmacist's Role in PrEP Accessibility, Adherence
October 25th 2022Pharmacists must take time to understand why patients are not adherent to HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) and what barriers exist, said Kevin N. Astle, PharmD, BCPS, BCACP, AAHIVP, CDES, assistant professor at the University of South Florida Taneja College of Pharmacy.
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Dupilumab Efficacy in AD Not Affected by Age of Disease Onset
October 25th 2022Dupilumab exhibited similarly significant and sustained improvements in atopic dermatitis (AD) signs, symptoms, and quality of life of adult patients with moderate to severe AD, regardless of age of disease onset, compared with placebo.
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CVS Health and a digital diagnostic startup will produce at-home tests for vitamin D, Lyme disease, sexually transmitted infections, and thyroid function; researchers identified 42 genetic variants associated with dyslexia; FDA plans updated mammogram regulations to help women with dense breasts.
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Are NK-Cell–Based Treatments the Next Approach in Immuno-Oncology?
October 25th 2022Highlighting their ability to quickly destroy malignant cells without antigen specificity, natural killer (NK) cells have been identified as an opportunity for use, particularly in cases where T cells are not effective.
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Updated Clinical Practice Guidelines for CDI Show Improved Outcomes, but Adherence Issues Remain
October 25th 2022Improved outcomes associated with fidaxomicin compared with vancomycin suggest benefits from its greater use in Medicare patients, although uptake remains low despite its recommended use.
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