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Jesal Haribhakti discusses the recent advancements in the management of age-related macular degeneration (AMD), focusing on new treatment interventions and innovations. These include newer anti-VEGF intravitreal injections and the development of intravitreal therapies for slowing geographic atrophy. These advancements have allowed for an enhanced level of care for patients with AMD. Haribhakti also emphasizes the…

Pfizer invested millions on a Super Bowl ad featuring a song about science featuring historical scientists and a child cancer patient leaving the hospital. This was an attempt to re-engage the public and celebrate Pfizer’s 175th anniversary. The ad cost around $15 million, aimed to showcase optimism, and promote their new cancer initiative. The ad…

Consultant forensic psychiatrist Russell D Lutchman in Hull, UK, has researched the Online Safety Act 2023 and related legislation to understand its aims in controlling messaging applications. According to the act, platforms such as WhatsApp, Signal, and MS Teams are subject to regulation. Lutchman’s expertise in forensic psychiatry likely informs his interest in the legal…

A study by the Health Data Research UK (HDR UK) Better Care program showed that the use of digital remote monitoring technology in care homes resulted in an 11% reduction in hospital A&E attendances and a 25% decrease in emergency admissions. The Health Call app was developed by the NHS to help care home staff…

Two new studies by UCL researchers reveal that almost half of teenagers are concerned about having children and lack knowledge about reproductive health. Published in the Human Fertility and Health Education Journal, the studies surveyed 931 students in England aged 16 to 18. They found that while most students want children in the future, 45%…

The cosmetics and skin care industry is booming with products marketed as “clean” and “natural”. However, the FDA does not have defined standards for these terms, leaving consumers to navigate the market at their own risk. Many ingredients in these products can be hazardous to health, and advocacy organizations are working to have these removed….

The FDA has approved budesonide oral suspension (Eohilia, Takeda) as the first oral treatment for eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) in adults and children as young as 11 years. The medication will be available in single-dose stick packs and is designed to address esophageal inflammation and EoE dysphagia symptoms. The approval is based on efficacy and safety…

A Harvard study found that workout supplements come in various forms and are a billion-dollar industry. To choose the right supplement, it’s important to understand the ingredients and their effects. In this review, Huge Supplements is spotlighted, including Wrecked Enraged, a high-stimulant pre-workout, Pump Serum, a caffeine-free alternative, and Wrecked Pre-Workout, known for its strong…

Surgery for Dupuytren contracture has a higher long-term success rate compared to needle and enzyme injection treatments. This finding suggests that surgical intervention may be a more effective option for managing this condition. The use of cookies is mentioned, and users are encouraged to see the Cookie Policy and Cookie Settings for more information. By…

The California Office of Healthcare Affordability (OHCA) has approved new cost and market impact review (CMIR) regulations for healthcare entities. The new law under the California Healthcare Transactions Law requires healthcare entities to inform OHCA of “material change transactions” expected to close on or after April 1. The regulations aim to provide oversight of healthcare…