Gray Matter Atrophy in MS a Strong Indicator of Progression, Study Suggests
June 13th 2024A cross-sectional, prospective study found that gray matter atrophy was more prevalent in patients with more severe progressive multiple sclerosis (MS) compared with those with less severe progressive disease.
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Benefits of JAK Inhibitors Compared With Existing Therapies for AA Treatment
June 13th 2024Different Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitors underwent an evaluation for severe alopecia areata (AA) and found deuruxolitinib higher doses (12 mg) and baricitinib (4 mg) showed promise in hair regrowth improvement, but further research must be done to confirm these results while more long-term effects are explored.
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FDA and the Department of Justice were criticized during a Senate hearing on the youth vaping crisis; a new COVID-19 vaccine promises easier storage and superior protection; the Supreme Court ruled to allow mifepristone to be mailed to patients without an in-person doctor’s visit.
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NCCN Guidelines Recommend Capivasertib, Fulvestrant for Certain Patients With Breast Cancer
June 13th 2024In a recent update, the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) recommended capivasertib combined with fulvestrant for hormone receptor–positive and HER2-negative locally advanced or metastatic breast cancer, targeting patients with specific genetic mutations.
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Barriers to DMD Care Access and How Policy Change Can Support Patients: Dr Migvis Monduy
June 12th 2024Migvis Monduy, MD, medical director of Neuromuscular and Movement Disorders Programs at Nicklaus Children's Hospital, discussed challenges in Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) treatment access and how policy changes may support patients with DMD.
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High Rates of Inhaler Misuse Found Among Patients With COPD Using Soft Mist Inhalers
June 12th 2024Misuse of soft mist inhalers (SMIs) is common among patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), particularly those with low education levels, higher symptom scores, and a shorter disease duration.
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Small Increase in Blood Donor Deferrals Found When MSM Use Individual Risk Assessment
June 12th 2024New blood donation eligibility guidelines affecting men who have sex with men (MSM) could slightly increase rates of deferring blood donation, according a model that assessed an individual risk-based deferral policy.
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Case Reports: Managing DLBCL Associated With Papillary Thyroid Carcinoma
June 12th 2024Case reports and systematic review found the combination of surgery, chemotherapy, and radiotherapy can effectively manage diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL) associated with papillary thyroid carcinoma.
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CMS Innovation Center's Latest Moves: Embedding Equity Into Value-Based Care
June 12th 2024During the CMS Health Equity Conference, health care leaders shared groundbreaking strategies to integrate health equity into value-based care models, aiming to enhance patient outcomes and reduce costs.
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Dr Jeff Levin-Scherz Addresses Gaps in Obesity Care and Funding Challenges
June 11th 2024Jeff Levin-Scherz, MD, MBA, population health leader at WTW, explains that obesity care in the US is inconsistent and costly, with significant gaps across Medicare, Medicaid, and employer-based insurance.
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