Enzalutamide confers small benefit vs. abiraterone in metastatic prostate cancer
A retrospective study compared the efficacy of enzalutamide and abiraterone acetate in men with metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer. Men treated with enzalutamide lived about a month longer, had longer time…
STAT+: Up and down the ladder: The latest comings and goings
Share your exciting news about new hires, promotions, or hard-to-fill positions with us, and we'll help spread the word. This week, Talus Bio welcomed Gaelle Mercenne as their head of…
Chronic stress accelerates colorectal cancer progression by disrupting the balance of gut microbiota, study shows
Research presented at UEG Week 2024 shows that chronic stress disrupts the balance of gut microbiota, accelerating the progression of colorectal cancer (CRC). By eliminating certain gut bacteria and inducing…
SCAI publishes comprehensive guidelines for STEMI treatment
The Society for Cardiovascular Angiography & Interventions (SCAI) has published an Expert Consensus Statement on the management of patients with ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI). This document provides detailed suggestions for…
Smartphone Data Flag Early Dementia Risk in Older Adults
A study suggests that older adults at risk for dementia can be identified through mobile data obtained during a wayfinding task. Researchers found that those with subjective cognitive decline paused…
Scholar Rock Scores $300M for Regulatory Filings & Launch Plans for Neuromuscular Disease Drug
Scholar Rock's experimental drug, apitegromab, has shown promising results in the treatment of spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), a rare disease characterized by progressive muscle weakness. The drug, which targets myostatin…
Female International Medical Graduates forced to quit careers due to lack of support
Many female International Medical Graduates from Pakistan and Sudan move to Ireland with families, as cultural norms often involve living with extended family for support. However, in Ireland, finding childcare…
Female International Medical Graduates forced to quit careers due to lack of support
Many female International Medical Graduates from Pakistan and Sudan move to Ireland with families. A large percentage of doctors in Ireland are International Medical Graduates, with many being females. Female…
Montana Looks To Fast-Track Medicaid Access for Older Applicants
Montana lawmakers are considering a bill to fast-track Medicaid coverage for older adults who need assistance to stay in their homes or communities. The proposal aims to provide in-home and…
Excessive alcohol intake may increase heart rate, atrial tachycardias in young adults
A study published in the European Heart Journal found that increased alcohol consumption in young adults with no history of cardiac arrhythmias led to a significant increase in heart rate…