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Axsome Therapeutics: FDA Accepts NDA Resubmission for AXS-07 for Acute Treatment of MigraineBased on its acceptance of the resubmission, FDA has assigned a PDUFA action goal date of January 31, 2025 for AXS-07.
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Stress Management 2021: The Case for Self-Care in the COVID-19 EraObesity Medicine Association President Craig Primack, MD, reminds PCPs that stress management is a key to good self care for everyone and offers tips to share with patients.
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Dupilumab Reduces COPD Exacerbations for Patient with T2 Inflammation in Landmark Phase 3 TrialFindings of the BOREAS trial of patients with COPD and type 2 inflammation make dupilumab the first biologic to significantly reduce exacerbations by 30% vs placebo.
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FDA Reports More than 200 Injuries Related to Recalled Tandem Diabetes Insulin AppThere have been 224 reported injuries as of April 15, 2024, the CDC said, but no reports of death related to the app intermittently crashing and rebooting.
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Nirsevimab for RSV Reduces Infant Hospitalizations by 82% in Real-World StudyIn a new real-world study, Sanofi and AstraZeneca’s nirsevimab-alip (Beyfortus) demonstrated high efficacy against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) lower respiratory tract disease (LRTD).
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The Future of Multi-Cancer Early DetectionTo close this series, experts explore the challenges and guideline gaps in multi-cancer early detection while considering its potential impact on patient care, accessibility, and improved outcomes.
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Take-home Messages for Acute Pain ManagementBenjamin W. Friedman, MD, MS; Francesca Beaudoin, MD, MS, PhD; Paul Arnstein, RN, PhD, FAAN; and Jeff Gudin, MD, provide take-home messages to providers treating patients with acute pain.
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Increased Step Count Tied to Better Health for Patients with Heart FailureNew research shows that patients with heart failure who had more steps per day and increasing steps per day experienced better health status over 12 weeks.
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Cannabis Legalization and Prenatal Marijuana Use: Pregnant Women Describe ImpactNew research offers insight into how women who use cannabis during pregnancy perceive the impacts of cannabis legalization.
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How do Americans Handle Being Sick?A recent survey reveals some surprising facts about who handles illness better - men or women.
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Breast Cancer Rehab and Primary Care, with PM&R Specialist Sean Smith, MDBreast cancer survivors rely on their primary care clinicians as resources integral to their recovery and return to optimal function. Physiatrist Sean Smith, MD, offers details.
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Vaccination Strategies Practice Pearls And Key Take AwaysDrs John Russell, Jacinda Abdul-Mutakabbir, Charles Vega, Wendy Wright, And Neil Skolnik provide their practice pearls and key thoughts on how to vaccinate their patient populations in the upcoming influenza season.
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Clinician Recommendation is Still the Best Way to get Flu, COVID-19, and RSV Shots into Arms"Start Preparing for Respiratory Virus Season," an AMA-CDC joint webinar, reminds clinicians that the influence is in their hands and offers tips on how to use it.
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Expert Panel Offers Guidance on Testing for COVID-19, Influenza, RSV During Respiratory Virus Season 2023-2024As flu season approaches this year, experts stress that it's not just about influenza anymore; they discuss testing, antiviral treatment, and management of coinfection.
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Clinical Implications of Off Target TSH Levels and Importance of Patient Education in Managing HypothyroidismEndocrinology experts discuss the clinical implications of off-target TSH levels and stress the importance of stabilizing these levels for hypothyroidism management.
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Take-home Messages for Acute Pain ManagementBenjamin W. Friedman, MD, MS; Francesca Beaudoin, MD, MS, PhD; Paul Arnstein, RN, PhD, FAAN; and Jeff Gudin, MD, provide take-home messages to providers treating patients with acute pain.
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It's High Time to Normalize Pre-Visit Lab TestingResearch demonstrates that discussing test results face-to-face with patients during office visits is beneficial for patient and clinician, according to family physician Andrew Carroll, MD.
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Racial Disparities Persist in Respiratory Disease Research, Diagnostics: Expert Panel Discussion at 2024 ATSPulmonology experts agreed that adopting race-neutral diagnostic and research practices could help mitigate a range of inequities faced by minority populations.
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Why is Wound Care Falling to Primary Care?Overscheduled and undertrained, primary care clinicians shoulder a significant portion of the US wound care burden. Author Nima Ahmadi offers a technology-based solution.
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Obesity and the Musculoskeletal System: Age and ImpactExcess weight diminishes the development and function of the musculoskeletal system at any point in the lifespan. An obesity specialist highlights the dangers.
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Navigating Hypoglycemia Challenges Associated with Dumping SyndromeThe expert panel concludes by examining strategies for managing hypoglycemia challenges related to dumping syndrome, particularly in the context of continuous glucose monitoring use.
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Milvexian, FXIa Inhibitor, Wins US FDA Fast Track Designation for 3 Indications in Phase 3 Trial ProgramProposed indications for the investigational factor XIa inhibitor are: stroke prevention after acute ischemic stroke or high-risk transient ischemic attack; recent acute coronary syndrome; and atrial fibrillation.
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Hey Doc: Use or Lose those Vacation DaysVacation behavior among US physicians was found wanting, with more than half taking less than 15 days/year, 20% taking ≤5 days, and 70% working on their time off.
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Semaglutide Cuts Cardiovascular Risk by 20% in Adults with Obesity, CVD and Without DiabetesAHA 2023: Semaglutide 2.4 mg reduced the risk of serious cardiovascular events by 20% in patients with obesity and overweight with established CVD but without diabetes, according to full SELECT trialresults.
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Lung Cancer Survival Improved Significantly Based on Early CT Screening: 20-Year Follow-Up Study FindingsEarly CT screening led to a 20-year lung cancer survival rate of 81% in the International Early Lung Cancer Action Program. Details, here.
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Final Thoughts on Strategies for Managing and Monitoring Patients Receiving TeplizumabThe panel concludes its discussion with key takeaways on the optimal care of patients with type 1 diabetes care and thoughts on unmet needs within the treatment space.
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Practice Pearls for Optimizing MDD TreatmentGreg Mattingly, MD, and Jeremey Schreiber, MSN, PMHNP-BC, provide their practice pearls for community psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners who care for patients with major depressive disorder (MDD) to optimize their treatment and management.
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Final Thoughts on Treatment of AsthmaRaffi Tachdjian, MD, MPH, FAAAAI, FACAAI; Dareen D. Siri, MD, FAAAAI, FACAAI; Nicole Chase, MD, FAAP, FACAAI, FAAAAI; and Andrew White, MD, give final thoughts on asthma management, considering the current treatment landscape.
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Flu Vaccination for Children May Reduce Hospitalization for RSV, Suggest New DataThe influenza vaccine may offer a protective effect against hospitalization for respiratory syncytial virus in young children, suggest data from Australia.
