The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) has reaffirmed the benefits of vaccination against the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) for adults ages 60 and older, despite the small risk of vaccine-related Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS). It was noted in a presentation by Amadea Britton, MD, of the CDC’s RSV adult vaccination work group that while a
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Barzolvolimab, a groundbreaking anti-KIT monoclonal antibody, has shown significant efficacy in reducing the severity of hives in adults suffering from chronic spontaneous urticaria (CSU) who have not responded adequately to antihistamines. A recent phase II clinical trial revealed compelling evidence of the drug’s effectiveness in improving the Urticaria Activity Score (UAS7) and providing relief to
The findings from a retrospective cohort study conducted by Maggie L. DiNome, MD, and colleagues at Duke University School of Medicine shed light on the variations in pathologic complete response (pCR) rates and overall survival (OS) among patients with triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) following neoadjuvant chemotherapy. The study explored the impact of race/ethnicity on treatment
In recent updates, the World Health Organization (WHO) has highlighted the significance of revising infection prevention and control (IPC) guidelines for managing outbreaks of Ebola and Marburg disease. According to a summary of the recommendations provided by Victoria Willet, RN, and colleagues in The BMJ, past experiences during outbreaks have justified the need for a
In cities like Washington, D.C., huge disparities exist in life expectancy between neighborhoods. From affluent suburbs to inner-city areas, the gap can be as much as 30 years. This stark reality is not unique to Washington, as similar discrepancies can be seen in cities across the United States, from New York to New Orleans. Even
Maintaining a healthy lifestyle has always been associated with numerous health benefits, and a recent study has highlighted a significant link between healthy lifestyle behaviors and the incidence of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). The study, conducted by Irene Xin-Yin Wu, PhD, and colleagues, emphasized the importance of various health behaviors in the prevention of IBS
A recent analysis conducted by Pieter Cohen, MD, and colleagues revealed a stark difference in the accuracy and contamination levels between galantamine sold as prescription generic drugs and galantamine sold as dietary supplements. The study, published in a JAMA research letter, examined 10 brands of dietary supplements and 11 brands of generic drugs containing galantamine.
The results of a phase III trial conducted in China showed that a three-dose vaccine regimen for hepatitis E virus (HEV) prevention had a high efficacy rate of 83.1% to 86.6% over a period of 10 years. This study, led by researchers from the Jiangsu Provincial Centre for Disease Control and Prevention, followed over 100,000
The American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) has taken a significant step by endorsing the use of fecal microbiota-based therapies for recurrent Clostridioides difficile infections (CDIs) in new guideline recommendations. However, the guideline advises against using such therapies for inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). The AGA guideline panel emphasizes that immunocompetent adults with
Breast cancer screening is a crucial aspect of preventive healthcare, aimed at reducing mortality rates associated with this deadly disease. A recent study comparing various screening scenarios has shed light on the effectiveness of annual breast cancer screening starting at age 40. The research, conducted by Debra L. Monticciolo, MD, of Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, and