Month: February 2023

SUNNYVALE, Calif., Feb. 16, 2023. Accuray Incorporated announced today that data from the randomized, multicenter trial PACE-A (PACE – Prostate Advances in Comparative Evidence) indicates that stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT), in comparison to surgery, better preserves urinary continence and sexual function in men with localized prostate cancer. The study, which was led by The
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In a recent study published in the journal JAMA Network Open, researchers investigated whether the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic-related social changes such as attending classes from home and social distancing measures resulted in a sustained increase in children’s screen time. Study: Trends in Screen Time Use Among Children During the COVID-19 Pandemic, July 2019
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After a 19-year-old got diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease at a memory clinic in China, many voiced concerns about how the condition could not just be limited to the older population.  The fear of the disease affecting the youth became more serious when the patient’s case was revealed to have started early. The youngest person diagnosed with
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Sen. John Fetterman (D-PA) departs a closed-door, classified briefing for Senators at the U.S. Capitol on Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2023 in Washington, DC. Kent Nishimura | Los Angeles Times | Getty Images Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., checked himself into a hospital to “receive treatment for clinical depression,” his chief of staff said Thursday. Fetterman, the
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[embedded content] Why are operating rooms (ORs) so cold, and why is that so annoying to anesthesiologists? In the video above, Max Feinstein, MD, explains why ORs are cold, and what measures are taken to protect patients against problems associated with low temperatures. Following is a transcript (note errors are possible): Feinstein: My name is
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News New Drug Applications Fabre-Kramer Pharmaceuticals Announces FDA Acceptance of NDA Resubmission as Complete Response and Assignment of PDUFA Regulatory Action Date Treatment for Depression Fabre-Kramer Pharmaceuticals Announces FDA Acceptance of NDA Resubmission as Complete Response and Assignment of PDUFA Regulatory Action Date HOUSTON, Jan. 24, 2023 — Fabre-Kramer Pharmaceuticals, a leading developer of novel
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Harvard Medical School student Chris Richey shares how HMX courses provided a bridge from his previous experience to medical school. Learn more about his experience: https://onlinelearning.hms.harvard.edu/hmx/profiles/chris-richey/ HMX courses cover fundamental medical concepts through detailed visualizations, real-world scenarios, and genuine patient interactions. Courses are appropriate for those considering or advancing in health care and related careers, including
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Stem cells and their use in regenerative medicine have been in the media a lot lately. But, what exactly does it mean? Physicians and researchers in the Center for Regenerative Medicine at Mayo Clinic say it has to do with developing completely new ways to treat and manage chronic diseases such as diabetes, heart failure
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The American College of Cardiology (ACC), the American Heart Association (AHA), and the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions (SCAI) have jointly issued new guidance outlining competency-based advanced training requirements for interventional cardiology trainees. It’s the first document of its kind to define the training requirements for the full breadth of interventional cardiology for adults,
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SACRAMENTO, CA — Union-aligned Democrats were set to introduce legislation Wednesday mandating a statewide $25 minimum wage for health workers and support staffers, likely setting up a pitched battle with hospitals, nursing homes, and dialysis clinics. State Sen. María Elena Durazo’s bill would require health facilities and home health agencies to give raises to many
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Dysregulation of serotonin plays a role in many psychiatric disorders, including severe depression and anxiety. In the journal Angewandte Chemie, a research team has now introduced an implantable, electrochemical microsensor that makes it possible to study serotonin dynamics in the brain in real time. In contrast to previous sensors, these are not deactivated by deposition
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The American Academy of Pediatrics updated its guidance for evaluating and treating obesity last month, recommending proactive treatment for children and teens. But despite the fact that behavioral recommendations for obesity often recommend more physical activity and less screen time, there’s been little research on how combinations of physical activity and screen time can impact
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Narcan nasal spray quickly reverses an overdose from heroin and prescription painkillers. Adapt Pharma, the maker of the drug, is offering it to high schools across the country for free. Source: Adapt Pharma The Food and Drug Administration’s independent advisors on Wednesday unanimously recommended over-the-counter use of the nasal spray Narcan to reverse opioid overdoses,
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The five-question CAPTURE screening tool showed high specificity but low sensitivity in detecting undiagnosed chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) in primary care. Of 110 patients with undiagnosed but clinically significant COPD, 53 had a positive result on CAPTURE with a specificity of 88.6% (95% CI 87.6%-89.6%) and a sensitivity of 48.2% (95% CI 38.6%-57.9%), reported
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Two years after hospitalization for severe COVID-19 illness, more than a third of patients from the pandemic’s early days had lingering pulmonary abnormalities on chest CT scans, according to a prospective study from Wuhan, China. The incidence of persistent interstitial lung abnormalities (ILAs) fell over follow-up after hospital discharge from Wuhan Jinyintan Hospital, dropping from
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rezafungin Treatment for Candidemia, Systemic Candidiasis Cidara Therapeutics and Melinta Therapeutics Announce FDA Advisory Committee Recommends Approval of Rezafungin for the Treatment of Candidemia and Invasive Candidiasis FDA decision expected by PDUFA target action date of March 22, 2023 If approved, rezafungin will be the first new drug for the treatment of candidemia and invasive
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News FDA Alerts Public Notification: Alfia Weight Loss Capsules Contain Hidden Drug Ingredient February 8, 2023 Audience: Consumers February 8, 2023 — The Food and Drug Administration is advising consumers not to purchase or use Alfia Weight Loss Capsules, a product promoted and sold for weight loss on various websites including, https://alfia.com, and possibly in
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Surgical first assistants play a critical role in surgical procedures. They assist in operations of all shapes and sizes, including traditional “open” surgeries, minimally invasive surgeries, and robotic surgeries. As part of the operating room team, surgical first assistants have responsibilities before, during, and after surgery. Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science offers a
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What does it take to be a best place to practice medicine? Some doctors would say their ideal place offers high compensation, low cost of living, and low malpractice payouts. Other doctors might focus more on quality of life, cultural and recreational opportunities, and the overall medical environment. Medscape would like to hear about what
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