Astellas Pharma has entered into a collaboration with Kelonia Therapeutics to create in vivo CAR T-therapies through genetic cargo delivery. This technology enables the modification of immune cells, targeting cancer cells and improving the ability to destroy tumors. The collaboration will develop up to two in vivo CAR T-therapy programs, with undisclosed targets. Kelonia will…
The National Self-Harm Registry Ireland’s annual report found that in 2021, women had a 45% higher rate of self-harm hospital presentations than men, the largest gender gap in 20 years. The rates remained consistent through the pandemic, with the highest rates among young people. The peak rate for women was in the 15-19 years age…
A recent study in South Korea found that older adults, especially those who are frail, have different purposes and satisfaction levels in using healthcare apps and wearable health devices. Researchers surveyed 505 respondents, 30% of whom were considered frail, and found that healthy seniors were more likely to use healthcare apps for self-care and managing…
Millions of Medi-Cal beneficiaries in California can now save money and assets without losing their coverage due to an eligibility change. This change has opened the door for new enrollees and eliminates the requirement to prove the value of financial accounts and personal property. The income threshold must still be met, but now almost two…
At a recent symposium, William Rigby, MD, discussed the unprecedented efficacy of chimeric antigen receptor T-cell therapy in lupus patients, reporting almost complete disappearance of symptoms. However, long-term impacts remain to be seen, as B-cell responses eventually returned. Rigby presented findings from a study that showed that CAR-T cell therapy was more effective than other…
After 40 years in development, the first TIL therapy received accelerated approval from the FDA for advanced melanoma. The therapy, called Amtagvi or lifileucel, is the first cell therapy approved for a solid tumor. During a phase 2 clinical trial, 31% of patients responded to the therapy, with 42% of those patients continuing to respond…
serve populations with fewer patients from deprived areas, while those with smaller private income tend to serve more deprived populations. This suggests that wealthier areas may have better access to private healthcare, while poorer areas rely more on NHS services. The study also highlights the potential impact of private patient income on NHS funding and…
Smoking causes lasting effects on the immune system even after quitting, according to a new study published in the journal Nature. Researchers analyzed blood samples from 1,000 healthy people in France and found that smoking alters adaptive and innate immunity. Although adaptive immunity remains affected for years, even decades, innate immunity rebounds immediately after people…
A recent study published in the CDC journal investigated the prevalence of long COVID among adults in the United States. Researchers found that 6.4% of adults experienced long COVID, with rates varying from 1.9% in the Virgin Islands to 10.6% in West Virginia. The study utilized data from the 2022 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System…
Keeping a healthy weight as you age is important, though it can be more difficult. The basic rules for weight loss still apply: burn more calories than you consume, eat nutritious foods, and avoid empty calories. If you’re over 60 and want to lose weight, there are extra steps to take. Strength training helps maintain…
