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Barratt reflects on recent therapeutic developments in IgAN, the most recent being the full FDA approval of sparsentan (Filspari), and the importance of preventing kidney failure. Among the most active therapeutic pipelines of any rare disease in recent years is that of IgA nephropathy (IgAN), with the latest advancement being...

Jonathan Barratt, PhD, FRCP: Sparsentan Full FDA Approval, Future IgAN Developments

Semaglutide lowers rates of cardiovascular and COVID-19-related deaths in patients with overweight/obesity, offering promising cardio-metabolic and non-cardiovascular benefits. A new study found semaglutide reduced rates of cardiovascular and COVID-19-related deaths among patients who were overweight.1. People who are overweight or obese are at an increased risk of dying from various...

Semaglutide Reduces Rates of Cardiovascular, COVID-19-Related Deaths

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Big changes are in store for three zodiac signs in the month of September. The stars are shifting and many of you will be affected by this. Although the life changes that will take place with each zodiac sign are different, these changes must be fully embraced by all who are experiencing them. One of the key things to remember is that sometimes change is necessary for personal growth. Let’s see what the stars have in store for these three zodiac signs.

3 Zodiac Signs Whose Lives Will Change In September

Washington, DC

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A woman says she overheard Texas Roadhouse corporate managers plotting to terminate an employee who is in the intensive care unit (ICU) by baiting her husband with a fake benefits package. The story has sparked outrage in a now-viral TikTok.

Woman catches Texas Roadhouse managers allegedly scheming to terminate an injured worker

Panelists discuss how head-to-head clinical trial data shape their treatment decisions, the significance of consistent remission rates across different patient populations, and the frequency with which remission data influence their choices to switch therapies. Video content above is prompted by the following:. How do head-to-head data affect your treatment decisions?

Guiding Treatment Decisions: The Role of Remission Data and Head-to-Head Comparisons

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Atlanta, GA

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A 40-year-old man has been sentenced to over 28 years in prison for distributing significant amounts of fentanyl and other controlled substances to dealers in the Middle Georgia region. Authorities revealed that investigators uncovered evidence linking the drugs provided by the defendant, 40-year-old Lagary Williams, also known as "Frog," from Atlanta, to a fatal overdose.

Atlanta Man Sentenced to 28 Years for Supplying Deadly Fentanyl Linked to Fatal Overdose

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Starting in late September, the federal government will relaunch its at-home COVID-19 test program that makes every U.S. household eligible for four free COVID-19 tests to be sent directly to their home.

Every household can get four free COVID-19 tests by mail, starting late September

Jefferson County, KY

Louisville, KY

Federal, state and local public health officials have confirmed the first case of the Oropouche virus in Kentucky and Jefferson County in a person who had returned to Louisville after traveling to the Caribbean.

Health officials report first case of Oropouche virus, aka ‘Sloth Fever,’ confirmed in Kentucky

The MTX + HCQ group had a higher, but not statistically significant, incidence rate of TEAEs than the monotherapy group. Methotrexate (MTX) plus hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) combination therapy has demonstrated greater efficacy in treating rheumatoid arthritis (RA) than MTX alone, with a statistically similar safety profile.1. “According to previous research, the...

Methotrexate/Hydroxychloroquine Combo Beats MTX Alone in Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatment

Salem, OH

Every day, 8-year-old Emma sits in a small garden outside her grandmother’s home in Salem, Ohio, writing letters to her mom and sometimes singing songs her mother used to sing to her.

Thousands of parents die of overdoses; advocates say their kids need more help

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Refined by New York chemist Robert Chesebrough almost 150 years ago, petroleum jelly is still widely used today in topical applications. Even with the myths that abound online about it being carcinogenic, it has withstood the test of time.

Wonder Jelly

Denver, CO

David Heitz

An opinion piece appearing in the Journal of the American Medical Association, or JAMA this week illustrates why the drug problem among people experiencing homelessness in Denver may be so severe. It's because many homeless people aren't addicted to just one drug, but two, according to the viewpoint's author, Benjamin A. Howell of Yale School of Medicine and colleagues.

Fentanyl-meth combo ravages homeless in Denver, so why aren't there better treatments?

Let’s discuss data of advanced treatment options for rheumatoid arthritis (RA) that may offer a faster pathway to achieving remission. Please discuss the SELECT-COMPARE trial head-to-head data on upadacitinib vs adalimumab. Please discuss the use of upadacitinib for active RA refractory to biologic disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (SELECT-BEYOND trial). What...

Advanced Treatment Options for RA: Exploring the Data

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Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a tiny six-pound dog named Alistair who is looking for his forever home. At only one year old, this little boy is a sweet dog who is thought to be a Maltese, "but we can’t make any guarantees that he would be suitable for those with allergies," explains the nonprofit animal rescue.

Meet The Tiny 6lb Dog Looking For Love

Apache Junction, AZ

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When I studied Anthropology in college, I learned that teeth have been indicators of economic status just about forever. Archaeologists look at the teeth in ancient skeletons and know who the rich were based on their tooth decay. During the Renaissance period, it became fashionable for women to blacken their teeth to look like they were better off than they were, because the royals and aristocrats, who could afford sugar and sweets, had more rotten and missing teeth than the poor.

Opinion: Stop Stereotyping Bad Teeth as a Sign of Drug Addiction

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A cluttered kitchen sink area can make the whole room look messy and this likely impedes your productivity. Why not take a couple of minutes to do a proper decluttering to get the kitchen sink area decluttered & organized?

Keep The Kitchen Sink Area Decluttered & Organized

The biosimilars month in review highlights recent data demonstrating clinical equivalence and efforts to improve their access. The biosimilars month in review highlights the new data on biosimilars demonstrating their therapeutic equivalence to reference drugs for the treatment of pulmonary disease and rheumatic diseases. New research and announcements also emphasize the need to improve their access for patients.

Biosimilars Month in Review: August 2024

Overwhelm is a word I often hear folks say regarding decluttering. Decluttering does not have to be overwhelming. When you Declutter For Life the process is not stressful. You won't clear the chaos overnight, but with patience and effort, you can build a space—and a life—that feels calm and organized. For busy young working moms who've tried and failed, understanding that decluttering is a gradual process rather than a quick fix can change everything. Let me explain.

How To Declutter For Life, Not For a Quick Fix!

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CJ Coombs

According to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC), 1,467 children have been reported missing in the U.S. since January 1, 2024, a drop since the figure of 1,533 previously reported. That drop indicates 66 cases were resolved.

15 missing children in Missouri since June 2024: some cases resolved and more added

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More passengers who sailed on the P&O Cruises ship Ventura earlier this year are seeking compensation after getting sick with gastrointestinal symptoms. So far, more than 80 people have instructed law firms to pursue legal action against the cruise line, according to news reports.

Over 80 Cruise Passengers Seeking Compensation from Cruise Line After Getting Sick

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Survey Provides Updated Expert Opinions on Severe AATD Assessment, Monitoring

The Delphi survey collected opinions from members of the European Alpha-1 Research Collaboration to guide the diagnosis, treatment, and management of severe AATD. Findings from a...

Survey Provides Updated Expert Opinions on Severe AATD Assessment, Monitoring

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