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Women at Higher Risk of Heart Failure, Death Following First Heart Attack
Female patients being treated for heart attack also tend to be older and have more complicated medical histories.
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Rates of Thrombosis Not Significantly Higher in COVID-19 Patients
Study supports a more individualized approach to pharmacological thromboprophylaxis over a universal one in patients with COVID-19.
Simoctocoga Alfa Effective Treatment for Hemophilia A
The study found that the infusion helped to prevent spontaneous bleeding in patients with hemophilia A.
Health Experts Urge Americans to Vaccinate Against Flu During National Influenza Week
A flu vaccine is especially important this year, as it can prevent a “twindemic” with COVID-19.
Study: Most People Would Receive The COVID-19 Vaccine
Although most people say they will receive a COVID-19 vaccine once it becomes available, 27% were unsure.
Five Potential FDA Approvals to Watch in the Coming Months
Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, several promising drugs are expected to hit the market in late 2020 and early 2021.
Strong Connection Exists Between Herpes Zoster, Diabetes
Glucose levels should be screened at herpes zoster diagnosis.
Patients With Generalized Epilepsy Have Higher Risk for Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Compared with patients with focal epilepsy, those with genialized epilepsy have a higher risk of obstructive sleep apnea.
FDA Approves Omalizumab For Treatment of Nasal Polyps
Xolair provides an alternative to surgery or steroids for the treatment of nasal polyps in adults.
Brain Protein Found to Contribute to Pancreatic Cancer Development
Investigators hope discovery will lead to new treatments for pancreatic cancer.
Study: Sleep Apnea May Be Risk Factor for Severe COVID-19
The connection between COVID-19 and sleep apnea cannot be explained by obesity rates alone.
Affordable Care Act Has Not Reduced Unnecessary Hospital Visits
Medicaid expansion has helped to increase annual checkups among low income individuals.
Study: Affordable Care Act Reduced Cancer Mortality
Medicaid expansion was associated with a 2% drop in cancer mortality, a recent study found.
New Device Aims to Reduce Nightmares in PTSD Patients
Device uses an Apple Watch to deliver gentle vibrations to users suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder.
COVID-19 Patients Continue to Struggle After Hospital Discharge
Patients with COVID-19 faced a significant emotional and financial burden after discharge from treatment.
Web Searches for Insomnia Grew 58% During COVID-19 Pandemic
Most web searches for insomnia were done between midnight and 5 am, when people are typically asleep.
After the Pandemic Ends, More Specialty Pharmacy Services May Still Be Online
Pharmacy Times interviewed Rick Miller, the vice president of clinical and professional services at Alliance RX Walgreens Prime to talked about the changing specialty pharmacy field.
Study: Bilingualism May Protect Against Cognitive Decline
Using multiple languages may help to protect the brain against age-related cognitive decline.
Study: Facemasks Do Not Impair Lung Function During Physical Activity
Those wearing a facemask while exercising may feel an increased sensation of dyspnea, however, there is little evidence that this medical condition is occurring.
LMTK3 Inhibitors Show Efficacy in Breast Cancer Treatment
Researchers hope clinical trials will begin soon to evaluate oral LMTK3 inhibitors across cancer types.
Study: Parents, Guardians Also Experience Bullying Over Child’s Food Allergies
Although it is commonly known that children experience bullying over food allergies, new research suggests that parents and guardians do as well.
Rate of Contraceptive Use Among Women with Kidney Failure is Low
Approximately 5% of women with kidney failure use contraceptives, which could lead to unintentional pregnancies in this high-risk group.
Study: Green Spaces Reduce Heart Disease Deaths
Green spaces were also associated with an improvement in air quality.
New Medication Found to Improve Severe Blood or Fluid Loss Survival
Centhaquine was found to improve survival in those with hypovolemic shock.
Persistent Fatigue Common After COVID-19 Infection
A new study found that more than half of COVID-19 patients continue to feel fatigued 10 weeks after illness onset.
University Students Find Unique Ways to Help Others During Pandemic
Students at Midwestern University use telehealth and drive-through services to ensure that patients have access to quality care.
Affordable Care Act Increased Early Stage Cancer Diagnosis
In the years following the passage of the Affordable Care Act, early-stage cancer diagnosis increased while late-stage fell.
FDA Designates Fast Track for Pancreatic Cancer Drug
Devimistat is designed to be used in conjunction with other drugs to make cancer cells more sensitive to treatment.
Deucravacitinib Shows Efficacy in Treating Plaque Psoriasis
Compared with a placebo, deucravacitinib was more effective in treating plaque psoriasis.
Only Gastrointestinal Symptoms Present in Nearly 20% of COVID-19 Cases
Despite presenting in only 18% of cases, 16% of all COVID-19 patients only present with gastrointestinal symptoms.