Nivolumab regimen halves risk for progression, death in Hodgkin lymphoma
A recent study found that combining nivolumab with chemotherapy improved progression-free survival in patients with advanced Hodgkin lymphoma compared to standard care. The study, which included both children and adults,…
STAT Wunderkinds on patient access to innovative research
Three rising stars in health and medicine, Diane Shao, Jorge Diego Martin-Rufino, and Ramisa Fariha, were recognized as STAT Wunderkinds for their innovative research. Shao is studying genetic variations in…
Brian Reginald Wilkey
Brian Wilkey was born in Bristol in 1934 and attended Bristol Grammar School before studying at Exeter College, Oxford. He continued his medical career at University College Hospital and later…
COVID study reveals virus-induced inflammation during pregnancy, redefines vertical transmission
A study published in The EMBO Journal by Cleveland Clinic researchers highlights that even mild or asymptomatic SARS-CoV-2 infections in pregnant individuals can lead to serious inflammatory responses in fetuses.…
Study highlights health benefits of air pollution and climate policies in New York City
A recent study by environmental health scientists at Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health analyzes the impact of major air pollution and climate policies in New York City between…
Sustained Control with New mAb for Myasthenia Gravis
A phase 3 study presented at the 2024 AANEM conference showed that the investigational monoclonal antibody nipocalimab improved outcomes in patients with generalized myasthenia gravis (gMG) over 24 weeks. The…
Childhood Fitness Linked To Lower Stress And Depression In Teen Years
Encouraging children to stay active through physical fitness activities, rather than excessive screen time, can have a positive impact on their mental well-being. A recent study found that maintaining good…
Nurturing the Nurturers: The Role of Parental and Caregiver Wellness in Supporting Children’s Mental Health
Parenting in today's world is challenging, especially regarding children's mental health. Caregivers face overwhelming stress, and healthcare providers must support them to benefit their well-being and their child's mental health…
University Hospital Galway postpones some elective procedures due to ‘extremely busy’ ED
University Hospital Galway (UHG) is experiencing high levels of overcrowding in its emergency department, leading to the postponement of some elective procedures. On Monday and Tuesday, 265 and 240 people,…
Public Health Departments Face a Post-Covid Funding Crash
During the coronavirus pandemic, states received funding from the federal government to boost their fight against the disease, leading to a surge in staffing for tasks like contact tracing and…