CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla., March 20, 2023. Vaxxinity, Inc., a U.S. company pioneering the development of a new class of immunotherapeutic vaccines, today announced that the first subjects have been dosed in a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled Phase 1 clinical trial of VXX-401, an investigational vaccine designed to lower low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol, a known factor contributing
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In a recent study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, researchers assessed the association between cross-reactive severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) CD4+ T cells generation and age. Since immunological reactions against SARS-CoV-2 have been found in samples collected prior to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, the clinical significance
U.S. President Joe Biden delivers remarks during a reception celebrating Nowruz in the East Room at the White House in Washington, March 20, 2023. Kevin Lamarque | Reuters President Joe Biden on Monday signed legislation requiring the Office of the Director of National Intelligence to declassify information on any possible links between a lab in
Tofersen, an investigational antisense drug developed to treat amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) associated with a mutation in the SOD1 gene (SOD1-ALS), may have clinical benefit, FDA reviewers indicated in briefing documents ahead of an advisory committee meeting. On Wednesday, the Peripheral and Central Nervous System Drugs Advisory Committee will vote on whether evidence supporting a
INDIANAPOLIS, March 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Eli Lilly and Company (NYSE: LLY) today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved an expanded indication for Verzenio (abemaciclib), in combination with endocrine therapy (ET), for the adjuvant treatment of adult patients with hormone receptor-positive (HR+), human epidermal growth factor receptor 2-negative (HER2-), node-positive, early
Even relatively small changes in cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) are associated with “considerable” impact on clinical symptoms and mortality risk among individuals with and without cardiovascular disease, new observational data in United States veterans suggest. “We had a few surprises,” Peter Kokkinos, PhD, Rutgers University, New Brunswick, New Jersey, and the VA Medical Center, Washington, DC,
Type 1 diabetes is complicated. It’s okay to have questions. Get informed: https://mayocl.in/3MUSKkr. If you or someone you know has been diagnosed with diabetes, you may be asking yourself a lot of questions. Our experts are here to help you answer them. 0:00 Introduction 0:18 What is the best treatment for type 1 diabetes? 0:55
Social media addiction is a serious problem. If you’re spending too much time scrolling, here are some tips to help break your addiction. Start by deleting all of your social media apps for one day. 30-day social media “detoxes” are popular; however, trying to quit cold turkey for a prolonged period of time is setting
The current bird flu outbreak does not show signs of stopping anytime soon. To prepare for the worst, renowned vaccine makers are developing bird flu vaccines for humans. At least three of the leading flu vaccine makers, GSK Plc, Moderna and CSL Seqirus, are preparing bird flu shots for humans, their executives confirmed to Reuters this
Editor’s Note: Get inspired by a weekly roundup on living well, made simple. Sign up for CNN’s Life, But Better newsletter for information and tools designed to improve your well-being. CNN — Potentially toxic chemicals found in everyday products, including fast-food wrappers, makeup and carpeting, are altering hormonal and metabolic pathways needed for human growth
JOHANNESBURG/LONDON, March 17 (Reuters) – Health officials in Burundi and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have detected cases of vaccine-derived poliovirus, the World Health Organization and Global Polio Eradication Initiative said. The WHO said the Burundian government had declared the detection of the virus a national public health emergency, after cases were confirmed in
5 Things That Can Happen After You Stop Taking Ozempic – Diabetes Daily Learning Center Learning Center: LearningCenter Diabetes Daily does not provide medical advice,diagnosis or treatment.Get additional information.© 2005 – 2023 Everyday Health, Inc., a Ziff Davis company. Everyday Health is among the federally registered trademarks of Everyday Health, Inc. and may not be
Chances of disability among survivors of hemorrhage are high, especially when it comes to long-term neurological deficits. Now, doctors have weighed the potential of a protein to treat this condition. The protein in focus is called cerebral dopamine neurotrophic factor (CDNF), which has a demonstrated history of reducing Endoplasmic Reticulum stress, and is being tested for
On National Close the Gap Day (Thursday 16 March), Diabetes WA is calling for greater recognition of the disproportionate impact of diabetes on Aboriginal Communities in Western Australia. Aboriginal West Australians are at far greater risk of diabetes and diabetes-related complications than any other community in the State. Image Credit: Diabetes WA Aboriginal West Australians
The understanding of the impact of disturbed sleep on health-related quality of life (HRQOL) among healthy children is quite limited. To address this gap, a new JAMA Network Open study aimed to research the effect of sleep deprivation on HRQOL in healthy children without major sleep issues. Study: Effect of Sleep Changes on Health-Related Quality
A man wearing a face mask as a preventive measure against Covid-19 walks past a Communist Party flag in Wuhan, China, on March 31, 2020. Noel Celis | AFP | Getty Images The World Health Organization on Friday called on China to release new data linking the Covid pandemic’s origins to animal samples at Wuhan
NEW ORLEANS — Patients with severe alopecia areata had dramatic hair regrowth at 6 months with an investigational Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitor, according to a study reported here. Almost 40% of patients had at least 80% scalp coverage with the higher of two doses of the JAK 1/2 inhibitor deuruxolitinib (CTP-543), including 35% who had
Basel, March 16, 2023 — Novartis today announced the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted approval for Tafinlar® (dabrafenib) + Mekinist® (trametinib) for the treatment of pediatric patients 1 year of age and older with low-grade glioma (LGG) with a BRAF V600E mutation who require systemic therapy. The FDA also approved liquid formulations of
NEW ORLEANS — Application of a single-use disposable patch to the axillary area for up to 3 minutes led to statistically significant and clinically meaningful benefit for patients with primary axillary hyperhidrosis, results from a pivotal randomized trial showed. “This is a new kind of device that is going to be a nice tool to have for
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Salt substitutes can be an effective way to help lower your blood pressure and right heart disease. But experts warn that overuse of certain salt substitutes can be dangerous for some people. Dr. Regis Fernandes, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist, explains why you should use caution with salt substitutes. ____________________________________________ For the safety of its patients,
Here’s how to not only survive but thrive in medical school. First, be adaptable. Medical school is an entirely different beast from anything you’ve experienced before. What worked during high school and college likely won’t be enough anymore. You’ll need to experiment, track, and ultimately challenge your current assumptions and ways of living. Next, hone
An animal shelter in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, temporarily shut down after dozens of dogs contracted canine influenza. Blue Chip Farm Animal Refuge, home not just to dogs but also cats, rabbits, horses, goats and pigs, had to suspend its operations due to a virus outbreak infecting dogs, according to ABC affiliate WNEP-TV. “A few of
Sign up for CNN’s Wonder Theory science newsletter. Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more. CNN — The remains of a glacier have been found near the Martian equator, suggesting that some form of water could still exist in a region on the red planet where humans may one day
The Mediterranean diet appears to be associated with a lower incidence of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and mortality in women, new observational data suggest. Those who had a higher adherence to a Mediterranean diet had a 24% lower risk for cardiovascular disease and 23% lower risk for death. Dr Sarah Zaman “A healthy diet is a
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Do you find yourself losing focus when you really need to get the job done? Here are 12 quick ways you can get back on track and tick off that to-do list in no time Are you having one of those days? We’ve all been there. You’ve got a to-do list a mile long, yet
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