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Trials Set to Evaluate AbbVie's Experimental HCV Regimen
Pair of daily ribavirin-free oral drugs will be analyzed in patients with hepatitis C genotypes 1-6.
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Researchers Explore Safer, More Effective Chemotherapy Method
Multi-ingredient capsule funnels different ingredients through 2 parallel inner needles, which could enhance cancer treatment.
Can Regular Exercise Reduce Medication Spending Among Patients with Mental Illness?
Researchers push for insurance to cover exercise programs for patients with mental illness.
FDA Accepts BLA for Rheumatoid Arthritis Therapy
Sarilumab is a human monoclonal antibody that targets the IL-6 receptor.
A Patient's Long, Difficult Journey to a Cure for Hepatitis C
Burdened by the symptoms of hepatitis C, an Australian man faced an uncertain future before new antiviral drugs offered hope.
Treatment for HIV, Lymphoma Varies Among Racial Groups
Several factors influence survival among patients with both HIV and Hodgkin’s lymphoma.
Identification of Gene May Lead to Precision Breast Cancer Therapies
Discovery can help predict progression to metastatic cancer.
Out-of-Pocket Costs for US Armed Forces Veterans to Rise
Tricare to increase its copay for prescription drugs starting February 1, 2016.
Chromoendoscopy May Improve Dysplasia Detection in IBD
Procedure targets changes in the mucosa that might indicate colorectal cancer among patients with inflammatory bowel disease.
Debate Over Need for Prostate Cancer Screening Continues
Study emphasizes need for long-term communication between physicians and patients regarding prostate cancer screening.
Cancer Survivors Face Tougher Road to Access Health Care in Non-Expansion States
Study finds greater access to Medicaid needed for low income cancer survivors.
Greater Risk of Lung Cancer Found in Smokers with Pneumonia
Rate of lung cancer significantly higher in patients with upper lobe pneumonia.
Targeting DNA Fragments May Improve Liver Cancer Treatment
Research explores non-invasive methods to allow for the safe study of cancer progression.
Leukemia Drug May Treat Duchenne Muscle Dystrophy
Drug caused significant improvement in testing on animals carrying Duchenne muscle dystrophy.
Biopsy Requirement for Enrollment in Clinical Trials Examined
Researchers identify need to evaluate the role of research biopsies in clinical trials for non-small cell lung cancer.
Mouse Avatar May Help Halt Melanoma Progession
Implanting tumor samples from skin cancer patients in mice helps target melanoma escape routes.
Research Examines Cost Effective Method to Grow New Liver Cells from Stem Cells
Process may lead to better quality liver cells derived from clinical grade stem cells.
Removal of Enzyme May Improve Brain Cancer Treatment
Targeting Dicer enzyme may help prevent cancer development.
The Financial Burden of Unpaid Sick Leave on Cancer Patients
Measured and unmeasured costs can have a significant impact on outcomes for patients with cancer.
Doctor Becomes Patient Fighting for Life with Lung Cancer
Emergency room physician finds hope in new treatments during long battle with lung cancer.
Link Found Between Hepatitis A Spread and Small Mammals
Unsanitary living conditions promote spread of the virus.
Lymphoma Drug Shows Improved Survival
Treatment with Imbruvica found to improve overall response rate.
What Medical Specialties Receive Highest Payments from Manufacturers?
Open Payments database sheds light on payments from pharmaceutical and medical device companies to physicians.
Experimental Drug May Significantly Reduce Metastatic Breast Cancer Tumors
Treatment shows the potential to turn metastatic breast tumors into low-grade tumors.