Medicine

Number of Cancer Survivors Set to Top 22 Million by 2030

The number of cancer survivors is projected to increase to more than 22.1 million by Jan. 1, 2030, based on growth and aging of the population alone.

Zonisamide Effective for Cluster Headache Prophylaxis

Zonisamide, a sulfonamide anticonvulsant, demonstrated promising efficacy for the prophylactic treatment of chronic and episodic cluster headache disorders.

Tofacitinib Ext-Rel Monotherapy Effective for Moderate to Severe RA After Methotrexate Withdrawal

The ORAL Shift study enrolled 694 RA patients who were inadequate responders to methotrexate alone.

Gonorrhea Test ResistancePlus GC Granted Breakthrough Device Status

The FDA has granted Breakthrough Device designation to ResistancePlus GC (SpeeDx), a test that detects ciprofloxacin susceptibility and provides resistance information to aid in the treatment of gonorrhea.

Access to Health Care Has Modest Impact on Longevity

Health care has modest effects on extending life expectancy in the United States, while behavioral and social determinants may have larger effects.

CVD Deaths Attributed to Inadequate Fruit, Vegetable Consumption

Inadequate fruit and vegetable consumption may account for a considerable proportion of cardiovascular disease (CVD) deaths each year.

Long-Term Cardiovascular Safety Data Announced for Linagliptin

Results showed non-inferiority for linagliptin vs glimepiride in meeting its primary endpoint of time to first occurrence of CV death, non-fatal myocardial infarction or non-fatal stroke.

Racial Segregation and Inequality in Neonatal Intensive Care Units

Study finds that Asian infants received care at higher-quality NICUs than white infants, and black infants received care at lower-quality NICUs than white infants.

2003 to 2014 Saw Incidence of Herpes Zoster Drop in Children

From 2003 to 2014, there was a decrease in herpes zoster (HZ) incidence among children, with lower incidence rates for varicella-vaccinated versus unvaccinated children.

Opioid Safety Initiative Can Decrease Opioid Prescriptions

The Opioid Safety Initiative has been effective for decreasing opioid prescriptions among patients undergoing total knee arthroplasty.

Online Intervention May Cut Unnecessary Primary Care Visits

An online intervention may be effective in reducing a mother’s intention to bring her child to a primary care clinic for low-risk pediatric respiratory tract infections.

Synopsis of the Updated AHA/ACC Guideline for ASCVD Risk Reduction

The AHA/ACC published a new clinical practice guideline on managing cholesterol and provided a risk assessment report on primary prevention of ASCVD.

The Essentials Program Improves Confidence and Knowledge in Managing Eating Disorders

More than 90% of respondents indicated that the program met their learning needs and expectations.

Job Demands, Burnout Tied to Weight Gain

Employees with heavier workloads or who are burned out are more likely to emotionally eat and exercise less.

Nucala Approved for Self-Administration Via Autoinjector, Prefilled Safety Syringe

Previously, the treatment had only been available as a lyophilized powder for reconstitution that required administration by a healthcare professional.

Aplisol Shortage Prompts CDC to Issue New Recommendations for TB Testing

The CDC announced an expected 3 to 10 month shortage of Aplisol (tuberculin purified protein derivative [PPD], diluted), used as an aid in the diagnosis of tuberculosis.

Dietary Supplements May Increase Risk for Severe Medical Events

Consumption of dietary supplements, specifically those sold for muscle building, energy, and weight loss, is associated with an increased risk for severe medical events among individuals aged 0 to 25 years.

Lowering Cholesterol Levels May Worsen Nerve Damage in T2D

Lowering serum cholesterol levels in patients with type 2 diabetes is associated with diabetic polyneuropathy.

Survey Indicates Physician Misconduct Is Underreported

Physician misconduct is being underreported and most Americans do not know where to file a complaint.

Sugary Beverage Consumption Associated With Elevated Risk for Mortality

Investigators examined the effect consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages and 100% fruit juices has on mortality.