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The approval marks the first time gene therapy will be available to treat patients with aromatic I-amino acid decarboxylase (AADC) deficiency.

Health care apps like MyChart, mySugr, GoodRx, and Smoke Free can enhance patient care through accessibility, convenience, and engagement, but further discussion is warranted on the optimal use of these apps.

New and in-the-pipeline Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitors have the potential to make huge differences in the lives of patients with this psychologically distressing autoimmune disease.

Investigators were seeking a greater understanding of risk factors for hidradenitis suppurativa, a chronic inflammatory skin disease, concentrating on how it presents in skin of color.

Young adults with type 2 diabetes and lower incomes face significantly higher mortality risks, highlighting socioeconomic disparities in health outcomes.

Atsena Therapeutics and Nippon Shinyaku have formed an exclusive licensing agreement for ATSN-101, a gene therapy for Leber congenital amaurosis (LCA1). Nippon Shinyaku will commercialize ATSN-101 in the US and Japan, while Atsena retains global rights outside these territories.

Noninvasive liver fibrosis scoring systems may help identify who is at risk of developing heart failure.

Preliminary studies suggest that glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor (GLP-1) agonists, used to treat type 2 diabetes and obesity, may decrease alcohol consumption.

Latest data from the CDC shows signs that the number of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) is declining.

Employees living with diabetes often face unique challenges, such as managing blood sugar levels, balancing medication, and preventing complications, all while maintaining their professional responsibilities. This condition can lead to increased absenteeism, reduced productivity, and rising health care costs.

Investigators used 3-dimensional quantitative computed tomography to more accurately assess patients’ bone mineral density.

Researchers found significant differences in ovarian cancer survival among Asian American subgroups, emphasizing the importance of analyzing these groups separately.

There are significant financial and psychological burdens of abortion care in the US, especially for those traveling out of state due to local restrictions in the increasingly restrictive post-Dobbs landscape.

One study suggests these drugs could increase depression risk in heart attack survivors who retained normal heart pumping function, while providing no life-saving benefit.

At CAQH Connect 2024, health care leaders discussed advancing value-based care through collaboration, data standardization, patient-centered approaches, and adaptable partnerships.

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) burden remains high in underdeveloped regions of China despite a decline in related deaths, highlighting the need for targeted management and prevention strategies.

Researchers evaluated the lesser-known impact of telehealth treatments, including brief cognitive behavioral therapy (BCBT), to address the needs of individuals at risk of or recovering from suicidal ideation.

The prevalence of liver steatosis was higher in people living with HIV compared with liver fibrosis, although both liver conditions are prevalent for these individuals.

Lindsay Bealor Greenleaf, JD, MBA, of ADVI Health, weighs in on what to expect in key health care policy areas in the wake of the election.

Incorporating dried fruits into your diet may offer protective benefits against psoriasis, a new study finds.

The development of a novel, artificial intelligence (AI)-generated biotechnology has the potential to transform care options for patients with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF).

Kristen Whitney, DO, FAAD, dermatologist at Allegheny Health Network, explored the intricate management of alopecia areata, often in tandem with other autoimmune conditions while emphasizing the significance of innovative medications and diagnostic tools, such as dermoscopy, in enhancing patient outcomes.

Polygenic risk score was valuable in enhancing risk prediction models for primary open-angle glaucoma (POAG.

Two doses of vitamin D were investigated for their potential to have a positive impact on systolic and diastolic blood pressures when administered in conjunction with calcium.

Risk factors of colorectal cancer (CRC) include both smoking and a combination of smoking and alcohol in African patients.

This research is not the first to uncover duplicative and wasteful spending on health care for veterans who receive care primarily through the Veterans Health Administration as they are also enrolled in Medicare Advantage plans.

New data suggest the frequency of damage and repair processes correlates with disease severity and disability in multiple sclerosis (MS).

Mabel Mardones, MD, Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers, discusses the future of HR+/HER2– breast cancer treatment, focusing on the importance of biomarkers and the potential of SERDs to improve patient outcomes.

The US government is tackling veteran homelessness through housing programs. A recent study found that temporary financial assistance (TFA) through the Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) program is associated with positive health effects and lower health care costs.

Rigorous surveillance of children at high risk for developing myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) is especially warranted, according to researchers.