National Comprehensive Cancer Network appoints board of directors chair, vice chair
Matt Kalaycio, MD, FACP, has been elected as the chair of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network's board of directors, succeeding John W. Sweetenham, MD, FRCP, FACP, FASCO. Christopher H. Lieu,…
STAT+: Up and down the ladder: The latest comings and goings
Share your new hires, promotions, and job changes with us to be featured in our regular highlight series. This week, ADARx Pharmaceuticals welcomed Chris Storgard as chief medical officer, previously…
Choosing Wisely in a time of resource constraints
Healthcare systems globally are facing multiple crises such as resource constraints and a burnt out workforce. Clinicians are being asked to do more with less, leading to backlogs in access…
Choosing sugary drinks over fruit juice for toddlers linked to risk of adult obesity
A recent study from Swansea University suggests that consuming sugar-sweetened drinks in early childhood can lead to poor dietary habits and an increased risk of obesity later in life. The…
ERC Advanced grant awarded to crack the code of cartilage repair
Professor Jos Malda has received a €2.5 million grant to develop a way to repair cartilage damage, a crucial issue in our aging society. Cartilage's intricate internal structure has been…
Emulsifiers Make Food Appetizing yet Bring Health Dangers
Research warns of the potential negative health effects of emulsifiers commonly found in foods such as ice cream, yogurt, and bread. These emulsifiers have been linked to gut microbiome disruption,…
Exercise May Boost Psychiatric Medication Adherence
Research presented at the European Psychiatric Association 2024 Congress shows that low- to moderate-intensity physical exercise is linked to improved medication adherence in patients with severe mental illness, regardless of…
10 Best Hyaluronic Acid Serums For 2024: Unlock Radiant Skin
Hyaluronic acid hydrates and plumps the skin, reducing fine lines and wrinkles, resulting in a more youthful and radiant complexion. Various serums, such as L'Oreal Paris Revitalift 1.5% Pure Hyaluronic…
Delhi AIIMS launches multi-centre study to test accuracy of HPV tests
Delhi AIIMS has launched a multi-centre study to assess the accuracy of HPV tests in screening for cervical cancer. The study aims to determine the effectiveness of these tests in…
Another ADC Developer Lands a Mega Round of Financing for Cancer Clinical Trials
Torl BioTherapeutics, a biotech company, recently secured $158 million in financing for their antibody drug conjugate (ADC) cancer therapy program, TORL-1-23. This funding will support ongoing clinical development of the…