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COVID-19 Only Adding to the Challenges Health Centers Face
August 9th 2020
National Health Center Week kicks off on August 9.
Dupilumab Reduces Asthma Exacerbation Rates
August 8th 2020
Dupilumab significantly reduces exacerbation rates in patients with asthma compared to standard of care.
GDC-0214 Well-Tolerated for Patients with Mild Asthma
August 8th 2020
In a study presented virtually at ATS 2020, investigators find 15 mg of the study drug resulted in a 43% decrease in FeNO.
Autopsies, Biopsies Link Lung Injuries to E-Cigarette Use
August 7th 2020
A new case study assesses biopsy and autopsy tissues to characterize pathological patterns in suspected EVALI cases .
FDA Sets PDUFA Date on Aducanumab for Alzheimer Disease
August 7th 2020
Investigators found a 22% reduction in clinical decline at the 78-week cutoff in the intent to treat population in EMERGE who received high-dose aducanumab, with a similar reduction seen in the opportunity to complete population.
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Racial Disparity in COVID-19 Severity
August 07, 2020
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August 07, 2020
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Nirsevimab Shows Promise in Preventing RSV Infections in Preterm-Born Infants
August 06, 2020
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A one-time intramuscular dose of the investigative drug was linked to reduced medical attention and hospitalizations related to RSV.
COVID-19 Exposes Geriatric Telemedicine Unreadiness
August 06, 2020
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A new study has great implications for equitable access to primary care for older adults during the pandemic.
Dementia-Related Psychosis a Burden for Both Patients and Caretakers
August 06, 2020
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George Everly, PhD: The Mental Health Burdens of COVID-19
August 06, 2020
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A leading psychiatric expert discusses some of the pitfalls people face due to the ongoing pandemic.
Emotional Memory Reactivation Prior to Electroconvulsive Therapy not Effective for Depression Patients
August 06, 2020
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Approximately half of depression patients do not sufficiently benefit after treated with electroconvulsive therapy, leading to high rates of relapses.