The ENVIE study conducted in France shed light on the potential of the monoclonal antibody nirsevimab in protecting young infants against hospitalization for respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). The study reported significant effectiveness of nirsevimab in preventing RSV-related bronchiolitis, pediatric intensive care unit (PICU) admissions, and mechanical ventilation in infants younger than 12 months of age.
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An intriguing study presented at the recent American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) meeting highlighted the potential of using liposomal gemcitabine in combination with pembrolizumab for the treatment of advanced solid tumors. This groundbreaking research opens up new possibilities for patients with challenging malignancies. The utilization of liposomal gemcitabine represents a significant advancement in oncology.
House Republicans have initiated an investigation and requested a closed-door interview with President Biden’s physician, Dr. Kevin O’Connor, following concerns about Biden’s recent debate performance. This move raises questions about the motives behind the probe and the potential implications for the physician’s reputation and credibility in the medical community. An intense heat wave has shattered
Healthcare professionals are constantly evaluating the effectiveness of different strategies to provide the best possible care for their patients. According to Sara Karaba, MD, PhD, MHS, from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, utilizing extended infusion antibiotics for bloodstream infections is a tactic that delivers “the most bang for its buck.” This highlights the importance
Recent analysis of an Italian cohort study has shed light on the potential benefits of a Mediterranean diet for long-term cancer survivors. The study, conducted by Marialaura Bonaccio, PhD, and colleagues at IRCCS Istituto Neurologico Mediterraneo in Pozzilli, Italy, found that survivors who adhered to this diet had a significantly lower risk of all-cause mortality
GLP-1 receptor agonists have been shown to lower the risk of several obesity-associated cancers, according to a retrospective analysis of electronic health records. The study, conducted by Nathan Berger, MD, and colleagues at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, revealed that compared to insulin, GLP-1s were associated with a decreased risk for developing 10 out
Recently, a Seattle-area plastic surgery provider, Allure Esthetic, and its owner, Javad Sajan, were accused of engaging in unethical practices such as posting fake positive reviews and threatening patients over negative ones. This led to a lawsuit being brought against them by Attorney General Bob Ferguson, resulting in a federal consent decree that requires Allure
Recent headlines have shed light on some disturbing incidents within the healthcare industry that have left many questioning the integrity of medical professionals. From accusations of patient harm to fraudulent practices, these cases have sparked outrage and concern among the public. One such case involves the death of a young nurse from Ohio, Carrissa Stevenson,
A recent study conducted by Elyse Kharbanda, MD, MPH, and colleagues at the HealthPartners Institute in Bloomington, Minnesota, found that receiving an mRNA COVID-19 vaccine during the first trimester of pregnancy did not increase the risk of major structural birth defects. The researchers reported that there was no significant difference in the occurrence of major
Medical professionals across the country are expressing frustration with the long waiting times for insurers to respond to prior authorization requests. Dr. Sabin Dang from the Retina Institute in Missouri has bluntly stated that these delays are a waste of everybody’s time. This issue is causing delays in patient care and treatment plans, leading to