SOPHiA GENETICS collaborated with the French Kidney Cancer Research Network (UroCCR) on a study using an AI algorithm to predict post-operative outcomes in renal cell carcinoma (RCC) patients, with results published in npj Precision Oncology. The study showed the AI model provided strong prediction compared to usual prognostic scores. UroCCR, a collaborative network focusing on…
As summer approaches, young adults are considering using GLP-1 medications like Ozempic to lose weight for “bikini season.” However, experts warn that these medications are not the best first option for weight loss, especially for those without obesity-related conditions. Teens should focus on eating nutritious foods and exercising before considering medication. For overweight or obese…
US medical school graduates discovered their residency placements on Match Day 2024, revealing a decrease in interest in pediatrics and a resurgence in emergency medicine. The number of available residency positions increased by 3%, with emergency medicine filling 99.5% of positions and pediatrics having an 8% unfilled rate. The medical community closely watches Match Day…
World Sleep Day highlights the importance of sleep, with 1 in 3 adults in the U.S. not getting enough rest. Most adults need 7-9 hours of sleep, with children and teens requiring more. Sleep deprivation can lead to memory and focus issues, skin problems, eye appearance changes, food cravings, weight gain, mental health issues, fatigue,…
Varicose veins are swollen, twisted veins that most commonly occur in the legs. They can cause symptoms such as pain, swelling, and heaviness in the legs. The main causes of varicose veins include genetics, age, pregnancy, and obesity. Treatment options include lifestyle changes, compression stockings, and medical procedures such as vein ablation or sclerotherapy. If…
Technology company Solera Health has partnered with Aon to offer personalized health benefits to employers and measure return on investment. Solera’s HALO Platform allows employers to manage various health solutions in one place, connecting employees to services like WeightWatchers, Sword Health, and Headspace. Aon’s Health Risk Navigator identifies high-risk individuals in need of intervention. The…
The lack of focus on Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) medication is highlighted due to male-dominated executive leadership in the companies that produce it. The shortage of HRT medication is discussed in comparison to other global shortages. The author shares their personal experience with menopause and the positive impact of HRT. The fear factor associated with…
The FDA has granted Fast Track designation to elritercept (KER-050) for the treatment of anemia in adults with low- or intermediate-risk myelodysplastic syndromes. Elritercept is a fusion protein designed to increase red blood cell production and platelet production. Initial data from a phase 2 trial showed promising results, with 50% of patients achieving an erythroid…
Perimenopause is the transitional period to menopause, characterized by hormonal changes leading to symptoms such as hot flashes, night sweats, weight gain, and mood swings. The average age for perimenopause onset is between 40 and 44, but it can affect women as young as 30. Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and non-hormonal options can help manage…
AION Labs, an Israel-based AI-enabled drug discovery partnership, has launched a new startup company called CombinAble.AI to accelerate therapeutics development by focusing on antibody design challenges. CombinAble.AI was established after an AION Labs startup challenge aimed at using AI for therapeutic antibodies. The company will use a platform integrating AI and computational methods for biomolecule…
