Clinical News

Lack of Data, Potential Bias Reported in AI Algorithms for Skin Disease

19 hours ago

By Armand Butera

Acknowledging the potential medical harm from errors and bias, investigators believe clinical AI needs to be held to a higher standard.

FDA Approves Evolocumab for Pediatric Familial Hypercholesterolemia Indications

20 hours ago

By Kevin Kunzmann

The approval is based on 24- and 80-week findings showing significant benefit in LDL-C reduction with the subcutaneous injection drug.

Sotagliflozin Improved Glycemic Control, Reduced CV Events in Patients with T2D

21 hours ago

By Connor Iapoce

Sotagliflozin reduced HbA1c by 0.42% and heart failure by 32% in comparison to placebo.

Mario Castro, MD, MPH: The Future of Asthma-Modifying Therapy

23 hours ago

By Armand Butera

Dr. Castro considers it to be a fruitful and exciting time in the study of asthma-modifying therapy, with some biologic therapies achieving control in patients with severe asthma.

Investigators Identify Prevalent C Difficile Genotypes in Slovakia

September 24, 2021

By Kenny Walter

RT001 and RT176 were the most prevalent C difficile ribotypes found from C difficile isolates using PCR testing.

ALA Discusses Severe Asthma Biologics with Mario Castro, MD, MPH

Dr. Castro and Dr. Rizzo discuss the evolving world of monoclonal antibodies for severe asthma. Plus, the ALA team discusses September's annual Asthma Peak Week, and what it means for reopening schools.

The Rare Disease Report Podcast: Niemann-Pick Disease

Listen to an expert discuss the heterogenous, and potentially fatal, lysosomal storage disorder.

Coping After COVID: A Troubling Time for Schizophrenia Patients

On this episode of Coping After COVID, Dr. Craig Chepke discusses the challenges for schizophrenia patients.

John E. Harris, MD, PhD: The Current State of Vitiligo and Alopecia Areata Research

The vitiligo expert discusses new tactics and therapeutic options in treating inflammatory skin disorders like vitiligo, alopecia areata, and atopic dermatitis.

New Heart Failure Data from ESC 2021 with Marat Fudim, MD

Manesh Patel, MD, kicks off his first podcast by discussing HFpEF findings in EMPEROR-Preserved, the GUIDE-HF trial and more with his Duke colleague.

Crisis Point Obesity Episode 2 - Clinical Burdens

Burdens of Clinical Care in the Obesity Crisis

Episode 2 of HCPLive Crisis Point tackles the clinical aspects and potential burdens clinicians face in the pursuit of obesity care.

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Tezepelumab Effective in Patients With Severe Uncontrolled Asthma and Nasal Polyps

September 09, 2021

By Armand Butera

In an interview with HCPLive, Dr. Jean-Pierre Llanos-Ackert and Dr. Bill Cook discuss how tezepelumab resulted in improved lung function and an 86% reduction in exacerbation rates in this patient population.

Influenza Vaccination After Myocardial Infarction Lowers Risk of Future CV Events

August 31, 2021

By Connor Iapoce

Data show the outcome of all-cause mortality, MI, or stent thrombosis occurred in 5.3% of patients vaccinated against the flu and 7.2% of patients who were given placebo.