Proximal Muscles Show Earlier RNS Response in MG, ALS
August 17th 2024The decremental response follows repetitive nerve stimulation (RNS) completed earlier in proximal muscles compared with distal muscles in a study of patients with myasthenia gravis (MG) and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).
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Lykos Therapeutics Restructures After FDA Setback, Commits to Progressing MDMA Therapy for PTSD
August 16th 2024Along with the company reorganization, Lykos announced it will be reducing its workforce by approximately 75%, with the remaining team focused on continuing efforts in clinical development, medical affairs, and engagement with the FDA.
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5 Things Medicare Advantage Plans Can Do to Improve Their Star Ratings
August 16th 2024Health plans can improve their Medicare Advantage Star Ratings by focusing on member relationships, ensuring proper documentation, grouping measures, staying updated with regulatory changes, and optimizing their strategy based on numerical targets.
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Novel CAR-E Platform Enhances CAR T-Cell Functionality in Cancer Treatment
August 16th 2024Researchers introduce a chimeric antigen receptor–enhancer (CAR-E) therapeutic platform that significantly extends the effectiveness and memory of CAR T cells, potentially preventing relapse in patients who have cancer.
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Physical Activity Outweighs Sleep Duration in Lowering MAFLD Risk
August 16th 2024A new study found physical activity held more weight in the link between the joint exposure of sleep duration, metabolic equivalent of task, and Healthy Eating Index (HEI)-2015 and metabolic-associated fatty liver disease (MAFLD).
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New Guidelines Clarify MDS Classification, Highlight Diagnostic Nuances
August 16th 2024Authors acknowledge that both the 2022 World Health Organization and International Consensus Classification myelodysplastic syndrome criteria sets have value, while sorting out their similarities and differences.
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Malnutrition in Older Patients With COPD Linked to Higher Hospital Readmission Rates
August 15th 2024Malnutrition significantly increases the 180-day hospital readmission rates among patients 65 years or older with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), highlighting the importance of monitoring and improving their nutritional status.
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Surgery Improves Outcomes for Patients With Atrial Functional Mitral Regurgitation
August 15th 2024A new study found that older patients with atrial functional mitral regurgitation who underwent mitral valve surgery had significantly better outcomes than those who received medical management alone, including lower rates of heart failure hospitalization and death.
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The Benefits and Risks of Using Liquid Biopsy for CRC Screening
August 15th 2024Although the FDA approval of Guardant Health’s Shield blood test provides an appealing alternative to other colorectal cancer screening methods, the advantages and disadvantages should be highlighted with patients.
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