Akebia Recovers From Rejection to Win FDA Approval for Anemia Drug
Akebia Therapeutics' drug, Vafseo, has received FDA approval for treating anemia in adults with chronic kidney disease. The drug, vadadustat, is an oral medication that mimics the effects of high…
Irish research discovers potential new multiple myeloma treatment
Irish researchers have found a promising new treatment combination for multiple myeloma, a difficult-to-treat cancer. They discovered that combining the drug venetolax with 5-azacytidine significantly increased its effectiveness across many…
Algorithm changes may affect pay-per-click campaign precision, return on investment
Google has changed its search algorithm to show a broader range of results for keywords, potentially affecting the precision of pay-per-click advertising campaigns for ophthalmologists. This could lead to lower…
We’re reading about a GLP-1 side effect, clinical trial transparency
The content discusses the implications of GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic on patients undergoing surgeries and endoscopies, as these drugs can delay stomach emptying, leading to concerns of food being breathed…
Researchers identify new way to inhibit immune cells that drive allergic asthma
Researchers at USC have discovered that activating the Piezo1 protein reduces inflammation caused by immune cells in the lungs in response to allergens. ILC2s, a type of immune cell, play…
Scientists identify distinct molecular signatures for sepsis diagnosis and prognosis
Researchers from Lund University in Sweden have discovered molecular signatures linked to the clinical signs of sepsis that could improve diagnosis and prognosis, as well as guide personalized treatment. Sepsis…
How to Transition Your Baby from a Bottle to a Cup
Transitioning from bottle to cup for your child is an important step to ensure their health and development. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends saying goodbye to the bottle before…
To Operate or Not on Adults With Uncomplicated Appendicitis?
A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials on the use of antibiotic therapy versus surgical treatment for uncomplicated adult appendicitis was conducted to assess safety, cost, and efficacy. Results showed a…
ChatGPT may help dental students retain knowledge and enhance performance, suggests research
Research suggests that ChatGPT, an AI-powered chatbot, can assist dental students in retaining knowledge and improving their performance. This tool may provide personalized learning experiences, answer questions, and offer explanations…
AliveCor Isn’t Backing Down from Apple, Its ‘Bully’
Apple has faced various legal battles, including one with medical device company AliveCor over patent infringement related to the Apple Watch. Despite Apple's commercial success, smaller companies like AliveCor have…