The monoclonal antibody nirsevimab, also known as Beyfortus, has shown promising results in protecting young infants against hospitalization for respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) according to the French ENVIE study. The study, published in the New England Journal of Medicine, found that nirsevimab was 83% effective in preventing hospitalization from RSV bronchiolitis in infants under 12
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Researchers at the recent American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) meeting presented a study highlighting the potential of liposomal gemcitabine in combination with pembrolizumab for the treatment of advanced solid tumors. This innovative approach has the potential to revolutionize cancer treatment by providing a new avenue for combating resistant tumors. The use of liposomal gemcitabine,
House Republicans are introducing an investigation and asking for a closed-door interview with President Biden’s physician, Dr. Kevin O’Connor, following concerns about Biden’s recent debate performance. This move has sparked discussions about potential health issues affecting the President and has raised questions about transparency in leadership. Heatwave Brings Record Temperatures and Tragic Consequences An unyielding
Sara Karaba, MD, PhD, MHS from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine highlighted the benefits of using extended infusion antibiotics for bloodstream infections. Describing this strategy as having ‘the most bang for its buck’, Karaba emphasizes the importance of optimizing treatment methods for better patient outcomes. Steven Woolf, MD, MPH from Virginia Commonwealth University drew
The research conducted by Marialaura Bonaccio, PhD, and colleagues at the IRCCS Istituto Neurologico Mediterraneo in Pozzilli, Italy, has shed light on the potential benefits of a Mediterranean diet for long-term cancer survivors. The study, published in JACC: CardioOncology, followed participants for almost 13 years and found that those with high adherence to the diet
A recent retrospective analysis of electronic health records has suggested that GLP-1 receptor agonists may lower the risk of several obesity-associated cancers in individuals with type II diabetes. This study, conducted by Nathan Berger, MD, of Case Western Reserve University along with his colleagues and published in JAMA Network Open, found that compared to insulin,
A recent federal consent decree against a Seattle-area plastic surgery provider, Allure Esthetic, and its owner, Javad Sajan, MD, has shed light on the unethical practices in the industry. Accused of threatening patients over negative reviews, posting fake positive reviews, and forcing patients to sign illegal nondisclosure agreements, Allure Esthetic has been ordered to pay
The tragic death of 28-year-old nurse Carrissa Stevenson from Ohio has left many questions unanswered. Her fiance dropped her off at the Jewish Hospital where she was pronounced dead upon arrival. According to reports, she had been intoxicated the night before and had fallen down the stairs multiple times in their home. In a shocking
The U.S. has been facing a concerning issue with excessive fecal bacteria in the ocean, leading to the closure of several beaches. This poses a serious health risk to beachgoers and swimmers, highlighting the importance of monitoring water quality and ensuring public safety. Ongoing Investigation into Teva Pharmaceuticals The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has initiated
A recent retrospective cohort study conducted across multiple sites found that receiving an mRNA COVID-19 vaccine during the first trimester of pregnancy did not increase the risk of major structural birth defects in infants. The study, led by Elyse Kharbanda, MD, MPH, from the HealthPartners Institute in Bloomington, Minnesota, reported that there was no significant