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- FDA OKs Next-Gen Cologuard Test for CRC Screening 4 octubre, 2024In average-risk adults, Cologuard Plus demonstrated sensitivities of 95% for CRC and 43% for advanced precancerous lesions at 94% specificity in the pivotal BLUE-C trial. Medscape Medical News
- In Gene Therapy for RP, LCA, the Earlier, the Better 4 octubre, 2024A real-world study of an FDA-approved gene therapy for inherited retinal disease shows younger patients gain more visual improvements than adults, but doesn't rule out the procedure for the older people. Medscape Medical News
- Preparing for Climate Change's Impact on Allergies, Asthma 4 octubre, 2024Not only can pediatricians advocate for policy changes to mitigate health effects from climate change, but they can also make clinical changes to help families prepare for these effects. Medscape Medical News
- Screening in Inflammatory Rheumatic Diseases Pays Off 4 octubre, 2024Systematically assessing risk factors, vaccination status, and screenings related to common diseases improved outcomes. Medscape News UK
- How Psychedelic Drugs Can Aid Patients at the End of Life 4 octubre, 2024Psilocybin, MDMA, and other substances may help patients with terminal conditions manage pain and find acceptance and a new perspective. Medscape Medical News
- Overcoming Vaccine Hesitancy with Empathy and Storytelling 4 octubre, 2024Doctors are learning that empathy, storytelling, and patient-centered approaches — rather than just facts — are key to overcoming vaccine hesitancy and building patient trust. Medscape Medical News
- MRI-Guided SBRT for Prostate Cancer? 4 octubre, 2024Trial aimed to evaluate outcomes of MRI-guided SBRT in prostate cancer. Medscape Medical News
- Erenumab Offers Relief for MOH in Chronic Migraine 4 octubre, 2024Monthly erenumab induced remission of nonopioid medication overuse headache safely and effectively in patients with chronic migraine, a phase 4 trial found. Medscape Medical News
- Youth Opioid Overdoses Spiked During Pandemic 4 octubre, 2024Prehospital data revealed that opioid overdoses spiked among the youth during the COVID-19 pandemic, especially among those aged 18-24 years. Medscape Medical News
- New York State Confirms Death of Human Patient From EEE 4 octubre, 2024Ulster County reported the first human case of eastern equine encephalitis virus since 2015; no specific risk factors were identified. Medscape Medical News
- Wildfire Smoke Deadlier Than Other Pollution 4 octubre, 2024Wildfire-related air pollution causes higher mortality rates than non-wildfire PM 2.5 in Europe. Experts debate if prescribed fires reduce the risk or contribute to air pollution. Medscape Medical News
- A Measured Approach Key to Treating Mycosis Fungoides 4 octubre, 2024Topical/skin-directed therapies are best for early-stage disease or in combination with systemic therapies in advanced disease, according to Dr Arron Mangold. Medscape Medical News
- Isatuximab Quadruplet Approval Could Change MM Landscape 4 octubre, 2024IMTOZ trial findings and subsequent approval of Isa-VRd regimen for transplant-ineligible myeloma suggested the combo as a new frontline standard of care. Medscape Medical News
- Molecular Effects of Investigational AD Treatment Described 4 octubre, 2024By blocking IL-22 in keratinocytes, temtokibart normalizes the skin barrier and boosts hydration, suggested a study of gene expression changes in the skin. Medscape Medical News
- Is It MS? New Guidance to Dx Atypical Populations Explained 4 octubre, 2024New expert recommendations for diagnosing MS in atypical populations have been published. Here's what they are and what they mean for clinical practice. Medscape Medical News