The use of antipsychotics in dementia patients has long been a topic of concern due to potential adverse outcomes. A recent population-based matched cohort study from the U.K. shed light on the increased risk associated with antipsychotic use in this vulnerable population. The study, which included more than 170,000 adults with dementia, revealed that those
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The results of the open-label, phase II Galactic53 trial suggest that Viltolarsen (Viltepso) is well tolerated by boys and men with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD). There were no new safety signals reported during the trial, offering a glimmer of hope for those living with this devastating disease. The exon-skipping therapy showed a potential clinical benefit
Dallas anesthesiologist Raynaldo Rivera Ortiz Jr., MD, has recently been convicted for his actions that led to the death of a coworker and several cardiac emergencies involving patients. This shocking incident sheds light on the importance of medical professionals following proper protocols and ensuring patient safety at all times. In another troubling case, two doctors
The frustration and challenges associated with prior authorization for newer, highly effective cholesterol-lowering drugs are still prevalent in the medical field. Despite some improvements in access to these medications, the process remains arduous and time-consuming for healthcare providers. Dr. Christie Ballantyne of Baylor College of Medicine in Houston expressed his discontent with the current state
A 28-year-old woman presented with a gradually expanding mass in the inside corner of her left eye, leading to a baffling case for medical professionals. Upon further investigation, it was discovered that the patient had been on a humanitarian mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo where the lump had initially appeared and continued to
The testimony given by Republican lawmakers during the hearing of the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability highlights the challenges faced by the FDA with regards to the authorization of COVID-19 vaccines. Rep. Paul Gosar criticized the FDA for granting emergency use authorization of the vaccines, arguing that they do not stop virus transmission and
In a recent analysis of hospital websites, it was discovered that nearly all hospital websites transferred user information to third parties, yet almost one-third of these websites did not have a privacy policy in place. This is a concerning finding, as privacy policies are essential for informing users about how their data is being collected,
A recent pilot study conducted in San Diego showcased the safety and efficacy of a preoperative combination of chemotherapy and immunotherapy for patients with borderline resectable pancreatic cancer. The neoadjuvant treatment involved modified FOLFIRINOX (5-fluorouracil with leucovorin, irinotecan, and oxaliplatin) along with nivolumab (Opdivo) and yielded promising results. The median progression-free survival was 21.9 months,
In a recent retrospective study conducted at the University of Illinois at Chicago, researchers found a significant association between obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and the use of non-invasive ventilation (NIV) in hospitalized veterans with COVID-19. The study also revealed that booster vaccination played a crucial role in reducing the risk of NIV use in these
The relationship between maternal smoking during pregnancy and wheeze in offspring has long been established, with smoking exposure in utero posing a risk factor for poor respiratory function later in life. A recent secondary analysis of clinical trial data conducted by Cindy McEvoy, MD, MCR, and colleagues at Oregon Health & Science University in Portland