The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Xdemvy (lotilaner ophthalmic solution) 0.25 percent for the treatment of Demodex blepharitis, caused by Demodex mites.
Study shows the health benefits of pecans, which can curb obesity and reduce inflammation
Daily consumption of pecans can prevent obesity and a host of related health issues like fatty liver disease and diabetes, according to a collaborative study by Texas A&M AgriLife scientists.
Study identifies ligand-receptor pairs driving the development of astrocytes
Astrocytes are a type of glial cell in the central nervous system that clear excess neurotransmitters, promote the formation of synapses (i.e., connections between neurons), and perform other functions. The development of astrocytes, like that of other glial cells, is partly supported by extrinsic ligands. Ligands are molecules that bind to a receiving protein, known as a receptor, eliciting various cellular responses.
Study underscores importance of timely newborn screenings in early care for cystic fibrosis
Newborn screening for cystic fibrosis (CF) was fully implemented in all 50 states in the U.S. by 2010, but delays in timeliness of evaluation for infants with positive newborn screen tests persist. Through evaluation of national patient registry data, Dr. Martiniano of Children’s Hospital Colorado and her team determined that later initiation of CF care is associated with poorer long-term nutritional outcomes.
Novel pixel sensor-based image device enhances precision in ion therapy
By directly measuring relative stopping power (RSP) with ions, a pixel sensor-based Hi’CT with multi-layer structure reduces the risk of range uncertainty, a major contributor to dose imprecision in ion therapy. With enhanced high-precision imaging capabilities and a fully digital design, Hi’CT can be integrated into compact treatment room, ensuring efficient clinical pre-scanning and positioning verification.
Report: Impact of COVID-19 on cancer center clinical trials operations
Leveraging its network of leading North American cancer centers, the Association of American Cancer Institutes (AACI) circulated surveys to more than 100 cancer center members to assess how clinical trial office operations were impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
ZAMMSA urged to tighten security in health kits distribution
By MILLENNIUM REPORTER
THE Pharmaceutical Society of Zambia has urged the Zambia Medicine and Medical Supply Agency (ZAMMSA) to tighten security in the on-going distribution of health kits in the country based on experience.
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Hazardous drinking in young adults: Personal characteristics can help identify effective interventions
Young adults whose drinking lands them in the emergency room respond differently to different interventions to reduce their hazardous drinking, and those differences may be driven by certain personal characteristics.
Surviving lung cancer is just the beginning
More than 14,000 cases of lung cancer were diagnosed in Australia in 2022. Survival rates are the worst of all cancers, with just 22% surviving five years after diagnosis.
How hearing impairment in infants can impact language development
Hearing impairment can affect children’s ability to develop language and speech skills. Several diagnostic tests are required to determine the extent of hearing impairment in infants, leading to delays in treatment.