Kennedy Ferruggia, Assistant Editor

UPMC Health Plan enhances COPD care through a multidisciplinary approach, leveraging telehealth, education, and pharmacist-led programs to optimize patient outcomes.

Different dietary strategies, including intermittent energy restriction, enhance weight loss and blood sugar control in those with type 2 diabetes (T2D) and obesity.

GLP-1 anti-obesity medications enhance testosterone levels, aiding weight management and improving health outcomes for those with obesity and type 2 diabetes (T2D).

Long-term obesity accelerates aging in young adults, increasing risks for cardiovascular diseases and metabolic dysfunction.

Immunocompromised patients, especially transplant recipients, face heightened RSV risks, leading to severe infections and complications.

UPMC's integrated approach to COPD care enhances patient outcomes through personalized support, coordinated services, and effective pulmonary rehabilitation strategies.

Once-weekly efsitora alfa shows promising hemoglobin A1C reduction in type 2 diabetes (T2D), simplifying insulin therapy and reducing injection frequency significantly.

The FDA approves a prefilled syringe for the zoster vaccine recombinant, enhancing shingles vaccination convenience and effectiveness for adults 50 years and older.

Maridebart cafraglutide showed promising results for weight management in obesity and type 2 diabetes (T2D), achieving significant weight loss without plateau.

New research shows effective interventions can reduce prescriptions across all ages.

Obesity and type 2 diabetes in youth significantly increase the risk of osteoporosis and fractures, highlighting the need for early intervention and healthy habits.

Researchers unveil compounds that enhance cell death and boost antiviral responses, offering hope against RSV and other viral infections.

FDA fast-tracks TRE-515 for advanced prostate cancer, combining it with radiation therapy to enhance treatment outcomes and patient care.

A maternal inflammatory diet during pregnancy raises the risk of offspring developing type 1 diabetes, highlighting the impact of nutrition on early health.

FDA approves a new dosing schedule for donanemab, enhancing safety and efficacy in treating early symptomatic Alzheimer disease.

Understanding RSV’s impact on respiratory and cardiovascular health underscores the importance of holistic management, prevention through vaccination, and continued innovation in treatment strategies.

Real-world studies reveal GLP-1 medications like semaglutide and tirzepatide yield less weight loss than clinical trials, highlighting treatment discontinuation challenges.

Experts discussed the promising future of pericarditis treatment.

Y-90 resin microspheres offer a new option for patients with liver cancer for the treatment of unresectable hepatocellular carcinoma.

Prescription digital therapeutics (PDTs) offer scalable, accessible alternatives to traditional treatments—supporting patients, providers, and payers while addressing gaps in mental health care.

Recent research reveals that RSV and shingles vaccines significantly lower dementia risk, highlighting the potential benefits of AS01 adjuvants in vaccination.

Expert explores the expanding role of FDA-approved Prescription Digital Therapeutics (PDTs).

An expert discusses the challenges of diagnosing and treating RSV in older adults and highlights the critical role of prevention.

Vitamin C enhances skin health by promoting epidermal cell growth and regeneration, offering a potential solution for aging and thinning skin.

The injection is indicated for the treatment of sepsis and other serious infections, enhancing treatment efficiency and patient care.

A low-fat vegan diet reduces dietary acid load and promotes weight loss more effectively than a Mediterranean diet.

Obecabtagene autoleucel shows promising efficacy and safety in treating relapsed/refractory B-ALL, benefiting patients of all ages, including older adults.

A direct link between memories and physical changes has not yet been established.

Pharmacists and clinicians collaborate to carefully manage rilonacept therapy.

A recent study reveals high RSV antibody levels in older adults, highlighting the importance of vaccination and natural infection for enhanced immunity.