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FDA Approves IL-31 Inhibitor for Atopic Dermatitis

Author:: Heidi Splete

Publish date: December 16, 2024

At 16 weeks, 36% and 38% of patients taking nemolizumab met the IGA criteria in ARCADIA 1 and ARCADIA 2, respectively, compared with 25% and 26% of...

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More Biologics May Be Breaking Through for COPD

Author:: Heidi Splete

Publish date: December 10, 2024

GOLD conference attendees discuss biologic options for COPD to restore normal inflammatory response and function.

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Pertussis Cases Spike in November

Author:: Heidi Splete

Publish date: December 3, 2024

CDC reports as many as six times the number of whooping cough cases in November compared with 2023.

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RSV Infections Take Toll on Adults

Author:: Heidi Splete

Publish date: November 25, 2024

Hospital readmissions are up for those infected with RSV, which is the current top reason for US respiratory infections.

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Slim Silver Lining Appears for STI Rates

Author:: Heidi Splete

Publish date: November 21, 2024

Despite the declines, overall disparities persist, with higher rates of STIs among gay and bisexual men, as well as American Indian/Alaska Native, ...

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Shoulder Pain Pointers for Primary Care

Author:: Heidi Splete

Publish date: November 21, 2024

“It is often surprising for patients to hear, but most things in the shoulder actually get better without surgery, and changes on MRI are often nor...

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Dupilumab Beneficial When Antihistamines Fall Short for Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria

Author:: Heidi Splete

Publish date: November 20, 2024

“Dupilumab will provide another therapeutic option for patients with chronic urticaria unresponsive to antihistamines,” said Dr. Thomas B. Casale.<...

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New Cause of Sexually Transmitted Fungal Infection Reported in MSM

Author:: Heidi Splete

Publish date: November 13, 2024

TMVII is a sexually transmitted fungus that causes genital tinea; the fungus might be misidentified as eczema, psoriasis, or other dermatologic con...

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Anaphylaxis Treatment Uncertainty Persists for Patients and Professionals

Author:: Heidi Splete

Publish date: November 4, 2024

Many patients and families struggle to recognize and manage severe allergic reactions effectively.

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Parent Perceptions Drive Diet Changes for Children With Atopic Dermatitis

Author:: Heidi Splete

Publish date: November 4, 2024

The current study highlights the need for more awareness of the limited impact of dietary modifications on atopic dermatitis in the absence of conf...

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Weight Loss Drugs Don’t Reduce Oocyte Retrieval

Author:: Heidi Splete

Publish date: November 1, 2024

The use of glucagon-like peptide 1 agonists within a year had no apparent effect on the number of oocytes retrieved in controlled ovarian hyperstim...

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ACIP Recommends Pneumococcal Vaccine for Adults 50 Years or Older

Author:: Heidi Splete

Publish date: October 24, 2024

In a 14 to 1 vote the CDC ACIP recommended PCV for those 50 and older.

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White Matter Shows Decline After Bipolar Diagnosis

Author:: Heidi Splete

Publish date: October 16, 2024

No significant differences appeared in the trajectories of cortical gray matter volume or thickness, hippocampal volume, or brain aging in adults w...

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High Levels of Indoor Pollutants Promote Wheezing in Preschoolers

Author:: Heidi Splete

Publish date: October 10, 2024

Overall, ever wheezing was significantly associated with higher concentrations of 1,2,4-trimethylbenzene, this study finds.

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Reduced Vaccination Rates Contribute to Rising Pertussis Numbers

Author:: Heidi Splete

Publish date: October 7, 2024

Whooping cough rates are as much as 5 times higher than last year in some areas due to reduced vaccinations and immunity.