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FDA Panel Gives Strong Backing to RSV Vaccine for Protecting Infants

— If it lives up to its promise, many infants and parents "will breathe easier," says panelist

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FDA ADCOMM maternal RSV vaccine over a computer rendering of respiratory syncytial virus.

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Plastic Surgeon Who Livestreamed Procedures on TikTok May Lose License

"Dr. Roxy" faced 11 lawsuits detailing severe complications from surgeries

May 18, 2023
Return of Rule Nixing Delivery of Rx Drugs to Medicare Patients Drawing Docs' Ire

"It is endangering the lives of the oldest and sickest Americans," oncology group says

May 18, 2023
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Should FDA Grant Accelerated Approval to Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Gene Therapy?

Waiting for the results of the SRP-9001 confirmatory trial may be a better move

May 18, 2023
Worst Nurses Week Gifts; GI Docs' Favorite Toilet Paper; Nose vs Mouth Breathing

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May 18, 2023
Opinion
Should FDA Grant Accelerated Approval to Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Gene Therapy?

Waiting for the results of the SRP-9001 confirmatory trial may be a better move

Worst Nurses Week Gifts; GI Docs' Favorite Toilet Paper; Nose vs Mouth Breathing

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ASCO Backs Routine ESR1 Testing for Certain Breast Cancers

Activity of elacestrant in EMERALD trial "provides strong signal" for guideline update

May 18, 2023
A photo of test tubes of blood and a petri dish laying on a mammogram of a breast tumor laying next to DNA sequencing result
With Preliminary Win for DOAC, Sights Set on Supplanting DAPT After LAA Closure

First randomized trial sets the stage for larger, more definitive studies

May 18, 2023
EuroPCR over a photo of Le Palais des Congrès de Paris, in Paris, France.
First JAK Inhibitor Approved for Crohn's Disease

Upadacitinib lands indication for moderately to severely active disease in adults

May 18, 2023
FDA APPROVED upadacitinib (Rinvoq) over a computer rendering of inflamed intestines in a transparent body.
Congress Hearing Explores Medicare Advantage Routines That Deny, Delay Needed Care

Blumenthal: "It's fine, so long as you don't need it for the big stuff"

May 18, 2023
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After Cluster, CDC Urges Mpox Vaccination in At-Risk Groups

Studies showed high level of protection with two doses of mpox vaccine

May 18, 2023
A photo of three vials of the Jynneos vaccine.
Doctors Play 'Never Have I Ever'

YouTuber Siobhan Deshauer, MD, on sleeping through a page, placing an IV, and dirty needle sticks

May 18, 2023
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Doctor, Pharmacist Face Manslaughter Charges; Guilty Plea in Breast Surgery Death

A weekly roundup of healthcare's encounters with the courts

May 18, 2023
Legal Break over a blindfolded Lady Justice statue holding scales.
Doctor Readies for Year-Long Simulated Mars Mission

Nathan Jones, MD, says his work as a physician has prepared him for the challenge

May 18, 2023
A photo of Nathan Jones, MD, over a photo of a simulated Mars environment by NASA.
Physical Medicine Academy Issues Guidance on Long COVID Neurologic Symptoms

Clinicians need to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, PM&R specialists say

May 18, 2023
A computer rendering of COVID viruses floating around a human brain.
Addiction Doc Urges Lawmakers to Rethink Methadone Prescribing Restrictions

Suicide prevention in traumatic brain injury survivors also on the docket during hearing

May 18, 2023
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Newborn Myocarditis Cluster; Mexican Surgery Infections; Overdose Deaths Plateau

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May 18, 2023
Morning Break over illustration of a syringe, Covid virus, and DNA helix over a photo of green vegetation.
Quarter of Wegovy-Treated Teens With Obesity Return to Normal Weight

Overall, nearly half dropped below threshold for obesity

May 17, 2023
A photo of a smiling bespectacled teen doing his homework on a laptop at home.
NASH Drug Candidate Comes With 'Serious Risks,' Says FDA Staff

Agency reviewers signal little support for first potential nonalcoholic steatohepatitis drug

May 17, 2023
FDA ADCOMM obeticholic acid (Ocaliva) over a computer rendering of a liver with fibrosis.
Potential 'Game Changer' for Leprosy Prevention

Trial sees success with single dose of prophylactic rifapentine for household contacts

May 17, 2023
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