Nearly a decade ago, venture capitalist Bob Nelsen pitched industry veteran Vicki Sato on launching a company dedicated to tackling pathogens. Sato initially thought it was a crazy idea, as biotech companies had been moving away from infectious disease research. Despite being retired, Sato loved the clarity of chasing pathogens and had experience in HIV…
A new report from the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health revealed a significant increase in the number of children waiting for outpatient appointments in Northern Ireland. The number of ongoing waits at paediatric departments rose from 8170 in June 2016 to 22,272 in June 2023, representing a 172.6% increase. The data does not…
New research led by Massachusetts General Hospital shows that physical activity can reduce cardiovascular disease risk by reducing stress-related brain activity. The study looked at over 50,000 participants and found that those who met physical activity recommendations had a 23% lower risk of developing cardiovascular disease. Physical activity was found to be twice as effective…
A recent study published in Nutrients evaluated the effects of acute and chronic exercise on appetite in individuals with type 2 diabetes or prediabetes. The study found that acute exercise led to appetite suppression or no effect in T2DM patients, while chronic exercise showed varying effects on appetite ratings. The most consistent finding was increased…
A study called ARCTIC REWIND found that patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) in remission who tapered or stopped their medication experienced more disease flares compared to those who stayed on stable doses. Patients taking only csDMARDs had higher flare rates than those on TNF inhibitors, but the risk was still elevated in both groups. The…
Postpartum depression affects around 20% of women, causing symptoms like mood swings, fatigue, and anxiety. It is treatable with therapy or medication. A recent study found that a single low-dose injection of esketamine immediately after birth reduced the risk of postpartum depression by 75% in those with prenatal depression. Esketamine, derived from ketamine, is approved…
A study has found that ultra-low-temperature cryoablation is a promising treatment for ventricular tachycardias. This technique involves using extreme cold to destroy abnormal heart tissue that causes the condition. The study suggests that this approach could be effective in treating ventricular tachycardias. Further research is needed to better understand the potential benefits of this treatment….
AstraZeneca’s recent acquisition of a radiopharmaceutical partner highlights the rapid growth of the radiopharmaceutical market, which is expected to reach $13.7 billion by 2032. Radiopharmaceutical therapies target cancer cells with radioactive drugs and offer potential life-saving benefits for cancer patients. Challenges in delivering radioligand therapy include the need for accurate diagnostics, short half-lives of medicines,…
A machine-learning seizure burden monitoring algorithm was analyzed in a study of 334 cases from the SAFER-EEG clinical trial. The algorithm predicted poor functional outcomes in patients with neurological conditions, with 79% of those with a seizure burden of at least 50% being discharged to a long-term care facility. The research, presented at the American…
A new study published in JAMA Network Open found that treatment by a very empathic physician was associated with better outcomes for patients with lower back pain over a 12-month period. The study, conducted by researchers at the University of North Texas Health Science Center, showed that empathy leads to long-lasting benefits that are more…
