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A new treatment for locally advanced rectal cancer (LARC) reduced the existence of tumors by twice the amount as previous approaches, eliminating the need for surgery, a new study found.

New rectal cancer treatment may reduce risk of recurrence, help avoid surgery

Solly Chedid, MD, provides clinical insights on quality-of-life assessment practices for patients with MDS. Case: Frontline Use of Erythroid Maturating Agent (EMA): Luspatercept. Clinical Presentation:. 70-year-old man diagnosed 6 months ago with LR-MDS with multilineage dysplasia - moderate anemia (Hb 11.2) and thrombocytosis (PLT 500,000 μl) SF3B1 mutation positive.

Assessing QoL in MDS Patients

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‘Any meat items my dogs refuse to eat, I no longer eat.’ It’s said that animals have a “sixth sense,” which affords them an insight human beings cannot match. There are clips of security camera earthquake footage where pets can be seen wigging out seconds before tremors begin.

‘It ain’t food anymore.’: Dairy Queen customer warns against chicken after his dog refuses to eat it

Coffee County, GA

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Last week, two individuals from Coffee County were charged with trafficking methamphetamine following a search at a residence on Willacoochee Highway. On August 13, detectives with the Coffee County Drug Unit conducted an operation involving Charles Black, which led to a search of his residence on Willacoochee Highway. According to the report, Black left his residence before the warrant was served and was subsequently detained.

Two Charged with Trafficking Methamphetamine After Search in Coffee County

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Tipping on cruise ships is always a controversial topic. Some cruise passengers believe that tipping should be a personal choice, and others argue that automatic tipping policies are necessary to ensure fair compensation for crew members.

Carnival Responds to Cruise Passenger Wanting to Remove All Tips from Bill

As gene editing technology continues to advance, it could fundamentally change the landscape of cancer treatment. A couple of decades ago, I was interviewing for hematology/oncology fellowships around the country. During an interview, a program director asked me a question that I had never thought about before and did not see coming. The question went something like this: “If you were the director of the National Cancer Institute and you had $3 billion to invest on 1 and only 1 area of oncology research, where would you spend it?”

The Promise of Gene Editing in Cancer Approaches Fruition

Los Angeles, CA

Herbie J Pilato

Adam Rich was born on October 12, 1968, lived a troubled life, and died on January 7, 2023, at only 54 years old. This is his story. He lived in the Granada Hills area of Los Angeles with his parents and younger brother. The Rich family resided for a time in Florida where Adam studied acting at the local gym.

A Look Back at the Tragic Life and Death of Former Child Star Adam Rich (TV's 'Eight is Enough')

It’s important to communicate with the patient’s comanaging doctors to adjust necessary medications. There are four direct oral anticoagulants approved for atrial fibrillation and venous thromboembolism: apixaban (Eliquis), dabigatran (Pradaxa), edoxaban (Savaysa) and rivaroxaban (Xarelto). Click image to enlarge. The body is an interconnected system and, as clinicians...

Some Blood Thinners May Increase Conversion to Wet AMD

Los Angeles County, CA

As the star of TV's Dr. Kildare (NBC, 1961-1966), Richard Chamberlain was a heartthrob for millions of female fans in America and the world. Decades later, the actor transformed into the charismatic king of TV-mini-series with acclaimed productions like the originalShogun (NBC, 1980), and The Thorn Birds (ABC, 1983, in which he played a sexually repressed priest).

The Once Secret Gay Life of Actor Richard Chamberlain ('Dr. Kildare'): 21 Years After He Came Out

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A rare form of endometrial cancer - uterine serous carcinoma – is more aggressive in Black women compared to white women, according to a new study published in the medical journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.

As Howard Stern’s Sidekick Robin Quivers, 71, Embraces ‘Bald Hairdo’ Amid Endometrial Cancer, New Study Finds a Rare Form of the Cancer Is More Aggressive In Black Women

Massachusetts State

Dianna Carney

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

A new analysis suggests HbA1c may be more informative to fatty liver disease severity than BMI, and should be included in screenings. Glucose control measures via glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) may be a significant, singular predictor of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) severity in patients, according to new data.1. A recent...

HbA1c Highly Predicts NAFLD Disease Severity

Salem, OH

Northern Kentucky Tribune

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

An abnormal buildup of fat in the liver, referred to as fatty liver disease, was found to be common in a small group of children and adults with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), regardless of their disease type or severity. Patient-derived liver cells confirmed that such accumulation was a result of...

Fatty liver disease may be common complication of SMA: Small study

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Jacksonville Sheriff T.K. Waters said he will consider more DUI patrols if voters legalize recreational marijuana use in Florida. Voters will consider Amendment 3 in November. It would allow adults 21 or older to possess, purchase or use marijuana products and marijuana accessories for non-medical purposes.

More DUI patrols possible if marijuana issue passes

Levothyroxine lowered the risk for myocardial infarction and CV-related death for adults with subclinical hypothyroidism. Researchers defined subclinical hypothyroidism as a TSH level between 5 mU/L and 10 mU/L. Adults with subclinical hypothyroidism may have a lower risk for major adverse cardiovascular events if they receive levothyroxine therapy compared with...

Levothyroxine therapy may reduce CV risk for adults with subclinical hypothyroidism

Colorado State

David Heitz

A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

The primary endpoint of the 4-month study was the proportion of patients with clinically significant improvements in the contrast sensitivity. Randall Olson, MD, corresponding author of the study, Moran Eye Center CEO and Distinguished Professor and Chair of the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at the University of Utah, Salt Lake City, and colleagues reported that a novel eye drop (C-KAD, Livionex Inc.) has been formulated to treat early to moderate age-related cataracts. The drop improves vision by breaking up degraded protein complexes that cause lens clouding, which leads to cataracts and vision loss, when instilled in the eye.

Efficacy of novel eye drop to reverse cataracts found in Phase 1/2 study

IMU-838 daily doses of 30-mg and 45-mg suppressed the development of gadolinium-enhancing lesions by 78% and 74% compared with the placebo at 24 weeks in relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis. New data from the phase 2 EMPhASIS trial (NCT03846219) published in Neurology Neuroimmunology & Neuroinflammation showed that vidofludimus calcium formulation (IMU-838) given...

IMU-838 Shows Reduction of Brain Lesions in Phase 2 EMPhASIS Trial for Relapsing-Remitting Multiple Sclerosis

This is the first installment of a 6-part series on the management of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). In this installment, Danielle R. Stratton, DNP, RN, PPCNP-BC, will discuss the basics of the syndrome and the psychosocial impact it can have from diagnosis to later life. Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is...

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Psychosocial Effects

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Assessing Quality of Life in MDS Patients

Highlighting recent data from a post hoc analysis from the COMMANDS trial, a hematologist-oncologist offers insights on important factors to consider when assessing quality of life...

Assessing Quality of Life in MDS Patients

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