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November 22nd 2024
Commonly cited factors influencing uptake of pneumococcal vaccination included knowledge of pneumococcal disease and vaccine benefits, recommendations from health authorities, and perceived risk of infection.
Phase 3 Data Favor Bimekizumab Over Placebo in Biologic-Naïve Patients With Psoriatic Arthritis
December 20th 2022All primary and ranked secondary endpoints of the study were met at week 16, which were sustained or improved through week 24 and were coupled with patient-reported improvements compared with placebo in treating psoriatic arthritis.
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Study Results Suggest Exercise, Mindfulness Do Not Boost Cognitive Function in Older Adults
December 19th 2022Although physical activity and the practice of being present in the moment are associated with many benefits, analysis shows that neither led to measurable improvements in brain health.
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Study Finds RAS Inhibition Has Little Effect on Outcomes in Advanced Chronic Kidney Disease
December 16th 2022A randomized study of renin-angiotensin system inhibitors in advanced chronic kidney disease found that patients who continued receiving therapy had similar outcomes to those who discontinued treatment.
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FDA Approves Adalimumab Biosimilar for Plaque Psoriasis, Other Chronic Conditions
December 16th 2022Adalimumab-aacf (Idacio) is indicated for chronic conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, plaque psoriasis, ulcerative colitis, psoriatic arthritis, hidradenitis suppurativa, and juvenile idiopathic arthritis.
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Study Identifies Barriers to PrEP Uptake in Black Female Adolescents, Young Adults
December 16th 2022Study findings provide insight into factors preventing the uptake of pre-exposure prophylaxis for HIV among Black female adolescents and emerging adults and provide potential strategies to improve uptake.
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Pharmacies Poised to Capture At-Home Diagnostics Category
December 15th 2022By leveraging do-it-yourself testing momentum, community-based and retail pharmacies can solidify their position as health care hubs with a category management approach that enhances the consumer experience and boosts store relevance and revenue.
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