12 Risk Factors Linked to Dementia Could Be Modified, Reduce US Cases by 400,000
Preventable factors including obesity, hypertension, and physical activity are disparately impacting the rate of dementia among people of color.
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Balovaptan Fails Phase 2 Efficacy Endpoints for Pediatric Autism
Findings from the aV1ation trial highlight the challenges of modern autism clinical research and outcomes of care.
The Adequate Evaluation Teams, Treatment Plans for Stevens-Johnson Syndrome
Travis Vandergriff, MD, discusses the unique collaboration with ophthalmologists and urologists in the rare skin condition.
Carla Lamb, MD: Innovations in CT Scan Accuracy
The interventional pulmonology specialist discusses new technology and devices available for diagnosing lung cancer.
Tapinarof Cream Benefits Psoriasis Regardless of Baseline Disease Severity, Duration
An analysis of PSOARING 1 and 2 data show the topical therapy is efficacious across a wide spectrum of psoriatic disease and patient demographics.
Guselkumab Linked to Improved Psoriasis Treatment Continuation, Remission
An analysis suggests patients on the biologic fared better with adherence and outcomes than those on competitors including adalimumab.
The Signs and Symptoms of Stevens-Johnson Syndrome
A dive into the manifestation of the rare skin condition, and the impactful role of dermatologists in diagnosing it early.
Quarterly Ranibizumab Injections Do Not Prevent Progression to nAMD
Investigators did not observe a benefit with the anti-VEGF in preventing intermediate AMD eyes from converting to neovascular disease versus sham.
The Evolution of Interventional Pulmonology Field Over 30 Years
Field leader Carla Lamb, MD, discusses advances to evaluating and treating chronic diseases including lung cancer and COPD in this latest episode.
Camouflage, Psychotherapy with Vitiligo Management Improves Patient Care
New data suggest a combination of cosmetic and psychiatric care for patients with the chronic pigmentation condition may provide multi-systemic benefit.
FDA Denies Marketing of JUUL Vaping Products in the US
The issued marketing denial orders require the country's most popular vaping device company remove all commercial products on the basis of insufficient toxicity data.
Encapsulated Benzoyl Peroxide Cream, Tretinoin Combination Effectively & Safely Treats Acne
New phase 3 data show a microencapsulated form of the topical antiseptic and vitamin D derivative is beneficial and tolerable over 12 weeks.
The Pitfalls, Benefits of Influencing Dermatology Social Media
Savanna Perry, PA-C, discussed the challenge of standing out over influencers and estheticians regarding clinical dermatology insight, and the unique offerings of different platforms.
Tralokinumab Benefits Adolescent Eczema Patient-Reported Outcomes at 16 Weeks
New data from ECZTRA 6 show improved sleep quality, itch relief and quality of life among teenagers treating atopic dermatitis with the IL-13 inhibitor.
Atopic Dermatitis Patients Prefer Skin Clearance Outcomes, Topical Therapy
Results from a cross-sectional survey suggest consistent patient preferences for treatment outcomes and means of administration.
The Benefits & Challenges of Social Media Healthcare
Savanna Perry, PA-C, founder of The PA Platform, discusses the strategies and goals that go into building an online audience as a healthcare professional.
Roflumilast Cream Remains Effective, Tolerable for Plaque Psoriasis Over 24-Week Open-Label Extension
New phase 3 extension data show the topical PDE-4 inhibitor provided skin clearance to a significant rate of patients with psoriasis.
Study: Sickle Cell Disease Pain Management Education Needs to be Streamlined
New research from the UK suggests educational tools for caregivers are in use and beneficial, but none are universally applied.
Trazodone Frequently Prescribed in Insomnia Care, Despite Guidelines
National prescribing cohort data suggest clinicians buck against the recommended use of the antidepressant.
GSK to Submit Older Adult RSV Vaccine Candidate to FDA in 2022
The decision comes after the company announced positive phase 3 data for the combination vaccine candidate in adults aged 60 years and older.
Examining the Role of Sleep Apnea in Cardiovascular Disease Risk
In a study presented at SLEEP 2022, investigators provide an overview of the impact of obstructive sleep apnea and daytime sleepiness with increased risk of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease.
Sleep Apnea Treatment Initiation Linked to Reduced Long-Term Health Costs
A team of investigators observe notably improved health care cost savings among patients who initiated care more than a year prior to those who haven't at all.
Metabolomic Risk Score Could Inform Obstructive Sleep Apnea Risk
Investigators show a novel risk score helped define more than a dozen metabolites associated with the chronic sleep condition.
Uncovering Clinical Meaning of Sleep in Early Cognitive Development
Mark Blumberg, MD, discusses his laboratory's particular interest in early REM sleep movement, and its potential impact on neurological disorders.
Excessive Daytime Sleepiness Subtype Linked to Doubled Risk of Incident Myocardial Infarction
Investigators contribute more detailed understanding of the association between sleeping disorder and cardiovascular event risks.
Sleep Apnea, Daytime Sleepiness Associated With Increased Atherosclerosis Risk and Progression
Late-breaking data from SLEEP 2022 show there may be biological plausibility for cardiovascular risks in excessively sleepy individuals.
Post-Hospitalized COVID-19 Patients Fare Worse in Sleep Quality, Daytime Fatigue Scores
Even after controlling for differences in age and BMI, investigators observe a greater burden of sleep health on those who had severe COVID-19 versus the general population.
PTSD Among Men, People of Color Linked to REM Sleep Behavior Disorder Risk
Investigators observe an increased risk of dream enactment among specific subgroups of veterans with trauma.
Pediatric Obstructive Sleep Apnea Burden, CPAP Use Not Affected by COVID-19
Data from SLEEP 2022 suggests children with OSA may have faced worse psychosocial burden during the pandemic.
Children With Asthma Face Significantly Greater Risk of Sleep-Disordered Breathing
A new study from SLEEP 2022 showed asthmatic children have a 10 times greater risk of the condition, and are twice as likely to have a history of snoring.