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In a recent study published in the journal JAMA Network Open, researchers in Canada investigated whether coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) patients with immune-mediated inflammatory diseases (IMIDs) were at a higher risk of experiencing venous thromboembolism events after recovering from severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infections as compared to COVID-19 patients without IMIDs. Study: […]

As we gear up for 2024, the marketing and sales landscape is evolving at breakneck speed, with Artificial Intelligence (AI) at its core. To ensure you not only keep up but thrive, let’s dive deep into the actionable steps you need to take. We’ll also explore real-world case studies of how other digital marketers are […]

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved an intravenous (IV) formulation of secukinumab (Cosentyx) for the treatment of adults with psoriatic arthritis (PsA), ankylosing spondylitis (AS), and nonradiographic axial spondyloarthritis (nr-axSpA).  Secukinumab is the only treatment approved in an IV formulation that specifically targets and blocks interleukin-17A and the only non–tumor necrosis factor […]

In a recent study published in the Scientific Reports Journal, researchers evaluated new-onset autoimmune disease risk among individuals with new-onset psoriatic illness. Study: Risk of incident autoimmune diseases in patients with newly diagnosed psoriatic disease: a nationwide population-based study. Image Credit: Flystock/Shutterstock.com Background Psoriatic illness, which frequently includes psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis, is a systemic inflammation-related disease […]

(Reuters) – Slim Jim beef jerky maker Conagra Brands said on Thursday it may consider changing portion sizes of its snacks if the rising use of weight-loss drugs results in changes to food consumption patterns. Drugs such as Wegovy and Ozempic belong to a class of drugs known as GLP-1 agonists that were developed to […]

Physician burnout is a major issue affecting the quality and availability of healthcare in the US. The rising rate of this problem spurred a recent study aimed at identifying its roots. The study was published online in JAMA Network Open. Study: Patterns in Physician Burnout in a Stable-Linked Cohort. Image Credit: Ground Picture/Shutterstock.com Introduction Physician […]

Is SEO dead?  ↪ No, it’s not. (I’ll explain below) Will SEO exist in 10 years?  ↪ Yes, it will. (In some form or fashion) What’s the future of SEO?  ↪ A marriage between AI, SEO, & Humans.  Do I have your attention?  My name is Connor Gillivan. I’m an SEO and Entrepreneur. I’ve built […]

Among “bi-risk” patients with acute coronary syndrome (ACS) who received a stent and completed 9-12 months of dual antiplatelet therapy (DAPT), those who de-escalated therapy to clopidogrel alone as opposed to continuing on clopidogrel and aspirin for 9 months had 25% less bleeding without increased ischemic risk. The findings are from the OPT-BIRISK trial in […]

In a recent study published in Scientific Reports, researchers assessed the efficacy of tea and its catechins in inactivating the Omicron subvariant of the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). Study: Effects of tea, catechins and catechin derivatives on Omicron subvariants of SARS-CoV-2. Image Credit: grafvision/Shutterstock.com Background SARS-CoV-2 Omicron subvariants are highly contagious due to multiple […]

SAN DIEGO, California — Women with breast cancer who underwent postmastectomy breast reconstruction benefited from shorter bursts of higher-dose radiation, compared with the standard therapy, according to a new prospective, randomized study. Side effects and physical well-being scores were similar among 400 women who received the two treatment regimens, and outcomes were similar or slightly […]