Jeffrey Heier, MD on RGX-314 Gene Therapy
Jeffrey Heier talks about RGX-314 gene therapy and the advantages of subretinal delivery.
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Two-Thirds of Patients Report Unused, Improperly Stored Prescription Opioids
67% to 92% of surgical patients prescribed opioids reported having unused medication.
Single Value of HIV Overvalues Viral Suppression
A single measurement of viral load is not enough to determine durable viral suppression in HIV patients.
FDA Accepts NDA for BIC/FTC/TAF Combination HIV Treatment
Gilead Science's fixed-dose combination of bictegravir and emtricitabine/tenofovir alafenamide has been granted an NDA for the treatment of HIV infection.
PCPs Can Effectively Manage HCV Treatment with DAAs
In a 600-patient study, PCPs and NPs were shown to be just as effective as specialists in HCV treatment with direct-acting antivirals.
Aquatic Exercise Equals Land Exercise for Blood Sugar Levels in T2D Patients
A meta-analysis of 9 studies found that water-based exercise is an equal alternative for type 2 diabetics.
Dementia Risk Increased by Diabetes, Cardiovascular Risk Factors
Patients with diabetes, hypertension, and who smoked were found to be more likely to develop dementia, regardless of race.
FDA Grants Priority Review for Evolocumab as Cardiovascular Risk Treatment
Evolocumab was shown to lower cardiovascular risk between 15 to 20% in a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study.
Mayo Clinic Named Top Hospital by US News
The hospital topped the list for the second straight year.
FDA Data Reinforces Warning for Canagliflozin Amputation Link
The FDA's FAERS analysis of canagliflozin has confirmed that its use "might be associated with an increased risk of amputations."
LINCL Treatment PLX-200 Receives FDA Orphan Drug Designation
The drug is the first patient-friendly LINCL treatment of its kind and helps regulate Tripeptidyl Peptidase 1.
Federal Judge Uses Permanent Injunction to Halt Isomeric Drug Sales
The injunction stands until the company complies with FD&C Act regulations.
Gestational Diabetes Mellitus Risk Linked to Noise Exposure
Higher levels of nighttime noise exposure during the first trimester showed correlation with a risk for GDM.
FDA Approves Avalus Valve for Treatment of Aortic Valve Disease
The valve is the first stented surgical aortic valve that is MRI-safe without restrictions and uses single, one-cut release to increase the ease of implantation.
Jared Huston, MD: Neural Tourniquet Development
Jared Huston, MD, discusses the development and application of a new neural tourniquet device in the field of surgery.
GOP Skinny Repeal Fails in 49-51 Vote
The GOP's attempt to peel back Obamacare failed, 49-51 in a vote that ultimately closed at 2AM.
Severe Diabetic Retinopathy Leads to Higher Rate of Visual-Function Issues
Diabetics suffering from severe NPDR and PDR are significantly more likely to develop visual-function problems than those without diabetic retinopathy.
Republicans Aim for 'Skinny Repeal' of ACA Amid Failed Proposals
After a second proposal failed to pass, Senate Republicans are using a "skinny repeal" to buy time for a large-scale replacement plan.
Trans Women with HIV Are Skipping ART Because of Fears That It May Affect Feminine Hormone Therapy
In fact, little is clinically known about the effects of combining the two therapies.
Truvada and HIV-Blocking Vaginal Ring Safe in Adolescents
HIV prevention needs of adolescents may differ from those of adults, but their treatments may not have to.