Columbus, OH

Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) is a type of cancer affecting a type of white blood cell in the blood and bone marrow. It often progresses slowly and is diagnosed most often during routine blood testing. Understanding the stages of CLL—from stage 0 to 4—can help you navigate a CLL diagnosis....

Stages of Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL)

The treatment for hemophilia A could become the company’s second gene therapy to enter the U.S. market after Beqvez, which was cleared in April for a less common type of the bleeding disorder called hemophilia B. Pfizer is among several drugmakers to invest in the rapidly growing field of...

Pfizer’s gene therapy for rare genetic bleeding disorder succeeds in late-stage trial

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A pain management specialist explains some of the new developments in pain treatment and why there’s hope for patients with chronic pain.

New treatments offer much-needed hope for patients suffering from chronic pain

Over the years, gabapentin (Neurontin) has been prescribed for dozens of health conditions, from epilepsy and fibromyalgia to depression and post-operative pain. It’s even been used to treat bipolar disorder. Gabapentin has been marketed for so many different conditions – at times illegally -- that a pharmaceutical company executive infamously referred to the drug as “snake oil.”

Genes May Explain Why Gabapentin Works for Some Pain Patients

Approval of Spravato would mark the first monotherapy to be available on the market for treatment-resistant depression in the United States. Johnson & Johnson (J&J) has submitted a supplemental New Drug Application (sNDA) to the FDA for the approval of Spravato (esketamine) as the first and only monotherapy for the treatment of treatment-resistant depression (TRD). According to the company, the sDNA is supported by encouraging data from the Phase IV TRD4005 trial, which evaluated the efficacy, safety, and tolerability of Spravato as a monotherapy.1.

Johnson & Johnson Submits Supplemental New Drug Application to FDA for Spravato as Monotherapy for Adults with Treatment-Resistant Depression

Chicago, IL

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Rates of Long Covid appear to be declining over the course of the pandemic, according to new research from the Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. People who are vaccinated against COVID-19 and its variants are at less risk of having Long Covid than those who are unvaccinated.

Long COVID Risk Declining, Mostly Due to Vaccinations

Lancaster County, PA

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

Virginia State

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Jessica Serfitay flips the script on her previous statement. Virginia soap fans, Soap Opera News reports that Jessica Serfitay (ex Sloan Petersen) on Days of Our Lives posted on social media that her billionaire fiancé had abused her. The actress now says they argued as families do, and she never should have posted anything.

Days of Our Lives alum Jessica Serfitay retracts her statement that her fiance abused her

Cysoni-XT is a temporary cardiac pacemaker which aims to boost cardiac performance by resynchronisation of the heart and lungs, a natural phenomenon known as Respiratory Sinus Arrythmia (RSA). The system has shown a remarkable ability to boost performance and induce cardiac repair mechanisms in subjects with heart failure. RSA-pace will...

Trial Approval for New Pacemaker Aiming to Boost Recovery in Heart Failure

Treating patients with CAR-T cell therapy Breyanzi may change the paradigm for those with relapsed or refractory mantle cell lymphoma, an expert said. Treatment with CAR-T cell therapy Breyanzi (lisocabtagene maraleucel; liso-cel) now opens up options for patients with relapsed or refractory mantle cell lymphoma (MCL), following the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) approval in late May.

CAR-T Cell Therapy for Relapsed, Refractory Mantle Cell Lymphoma Fills Unmet Need

Alaska State

Williamsburg, VA

Last week Roger Allan Holmberg Sr.made the news because of a disturbance on an Alaskan airline flight. 13 News Now said a social media page indicated the pastor and his wife Patty had moved to Williamsburg, Virginia in November, 2023.

Virginia pastor banned from Alaskan airline after assault charges are filed

Erectile dysfunction was significantly linked to arthritis and remained significant even after adjustment. Patients with arthritis were significantly more likely to have erectile dysfunction (ED), according to data published in Frontiers in Endocrinology.1. “There is an urgent need to raise awareness and conduct additional research on the reasons behind this...

Study Reveals Strong Link Between Arthritis and Erectile Dysfunction

A study explores the cost-effectiveness of combining methotrexate with various drugs as a way to combat failed methotrexate monotherapy. As some may be aware, rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an inflammatory joint disease that can result in not only permanent joint destruction, but overall physical and mental impairment.1 As a way to combat RA, methotrexate has been prescribed for safety and efficacy purposes, but more than 50% of patients have dealt with failed methotrexate monotherapy, signifying an “inadequate response” with one year.2.

Treating Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients With Biosimilars Versus Leflunomide: An Economic Evaluation

Xeomin is the first neurotoxin that can simultaneously treat frown lines, forehead lines and crow’s feet. Xeomin’s formulation is filtered to exclude unnecessary proteins that inhibit optimal results. The FDA has approved Xeomin as the first and only neurotoxin for the simultaneous treatment of upper facial lines, Merz...

FDA approves Xeomin as first neurotoxin for simultaneous treatment of facial lines

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CALIFORNIA – Plaintiffs, in a case against Wells Fargo alleging that the bank knowingly took part in a marketing scam, asked the court, July 8, not to grant a motion for summary judgment.

Class action lawsuit says Wells Fargo customers lost over $160 Million

The phase 3 PEGASUS trial found that patients with paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH) may still experience anemia following recommended therapies, underscoring the need for further research. Pegcetacoplan aided in the management of hemolytic events in patients with difficult-to-treat paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH) who continue experiencing symptoms despite undergoing C5 inhibitor...

Risk Mitigation for Hemolysis Is Needed During PNH Treatment, Study Finds

Patients with sarcoidosis may be at an increased risk for developing chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP) following surgery, according to a case report published in the journal Cureus. The 61-year-old male patient presented with 15 years of chronic lumbar pain and a history of sarcoidosis. He had a strength score...

Patients With Sarcoidosis May Develop CIDP After Lumbar Spine Surgery

Epysqli is a monoclonal antibody that is approved to treat two rare conditions that break down red blood cells. The FDA has approved another biosimilar of Soliris (eculizumab). Samsung Bioepis’ Epysqli (eculizumab-aagh) has been approved to treat patients with paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH) and to reduce hemolysis, atypical hemolytic uremic syndrome (aHUS).

FDA Approves Second Biosimilar of Soliris

Osteoarthritis progresses through stages 1 to 4, each with its own set of symptoms, diagnostic challenges, and treatment options. form of arthritis, affecting millions of people worldwide. It occurs when the protective cartilage that cushions the ends of the bones wears down over time. Although OA can damage any joint, the disorder.

The four stages of osteoarthritis

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FDA Approves Stem Cell Study for Degenerative Disc Disease

The Food and Drug Administration has given the go-ahead for a late-stage clinical trial of an injectable stem cell product that could give new hope to...

FDA Approves Stem Cell Study for Degenerative Disc Disease

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