Clinical Study Investigates 'Obesity Paradox' in Treatment of Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
August 5th 2024Multiple observational studies have shown that patients with cancer and a higher body mass index who were administered chemotherapy experienced improved survival compared to patients with normal body weight.
Oral Semaglutide Shows Improved Energy Intake, Appetite, Eating Control in Adults with Obesity
July 31st 2024Randomized trial finds once daily oral semaglutide 50 mg lowered energy intake, appetite, and food cravings, with improved control of eating and clinically meaningful reductions in body weight after 20 weeks.
Trial Results Suggest Older GLP-1 Drug May Slow Cognitive Decline in Alzheimer Patients
July 30th 2024Phase IIb trial indicates liraglutide (Novo Nordisk) may reduce cognitive decline associated with Alzheimer disease by protecting against shrinkage in areas of the brain controlling memory, learning, language, and decision-making.
Altuviiio Shows Sustained Protection Against Bleeding Episodes in Children with Severe Hemophilia A
July 18th 2024Altuviiio is a first-in-class, high-sustained factor VIII replacement therapy, indicated for routine prophylaxis and on-demand treatment to control bleeding episodes in adults and children with hemophilia.
Real–World Data Show Efficacy of Beyfortus Against Hospitalization for RSV-Associated Bronchiolitis
July 11th 2024Study findings suggest that campaigns starting each year at the beginning of respiratory syncytial virus outbreaks, instead of continuous treatment of newborns throughout the year, may improve the usefulness of the Beyfortus program.
Dupixent Associated With Reduced Exacerbations, Improved Lung Function in Patients with COPD
July 9th 2024Phase III NOTUS trial data show patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and type 2 inflammation administered Dupixent experienced reduced exacerbations and superior lung function compared to placebo.