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New review highlights need to reassess use of biologics for treating rheumatoid arthritis patients

The use of biologics, which are generally made from human and/or animal materials, has significantly changed the management of rheumatoid arthritis over the last decade, becoming the cornerstone treatment for many patients.

19 Dec 2016

People at increased risk of schizophrenia more likely to use cannabis, research finds

People who have a greater risk of developing schizophrenia are more likely to try cannabis, according to new research, which also found a causal link between trying the drug and an increased risk of the condition.

19 Dec 2016

Study addresses cost-effectiveness of checkpoint inhibitors for advanced melanoma in Hong Kong

Immunotherapy with pembrolizumab has been deemed a cost-effective first line treatment for advanced melanoma patients in Hong Kong, researchers report at the ESMO Asia 2016 Congress in Singapore.

17 Dec 2016

Researchers seek clarity on how chronic cannabis use affects neurological activity

For those suffering depression or anxiety, using cannabis for relief may not be the long-term answer.

17 Dec 2016

Combined endocrine and targeted therapy could be effective in treating Asian breast cancer patients

Ribociclib significantly improves progression-free survival in Asian women with advanced breast cancer, according to a sub-analysis of the MONALEESA-2 trial presented at the ESMO Asia 2016 Congress in Singapore.

17 Dec 2016

Novel approach shows promise for treating co-occurring PTSD and SUD

N-acetylcysteine, when combined with group cognitive behavioral therapy, reduced symptoms of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), cravings, and depression significantly more than CBT alone in veterans with co-occurring PTSD and substance use disorder, a particularly difficult-to-treat population, according to the findings of a randomized controlled pilot trial conducted by researchers at the Medical University of South Carolina and the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center.

17 Dec 2016

Penn researchers pinpoint some effective HIV drugs in causing neuronal damage

Antiretroviral drugs have been life-changing therapies for HIV patients, but they can have significant side effects.

16 Dec 2016

Common heartburn medications could decrease effects of chemotherapy in cancer patients

Something as seemingly harmless as a heartburn pill could lead cancer patients to take a turn for the worse.

16 Dec 2016

DuPont research project aims to enable global access for protein-based biologic medications

DuPont Industrial Biosciences today announced receipt of a grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to support a new area of research. The research project, which commences immediately, aims to create new production systems to enable affordable, protein-based biologic medications, such as antibodies.

16 Dec 2016

Hormonal contraception least likely to be linked to thromboembolic events in diabetic women

Strokes and heart attacks are rare for women with diabetes who use hormonal contraception, with the safest options being intrauterine devices (IUDs) and under-the-skin implants, new research published in Diabetes Care shows.

16 Dec 2016

Calcium channel blockers may be effective drugs against cancer metastasis

Researchers at the University of Turku, Finland have identified a new way of blocking the spread of cancer. Calcium channel blockers, which are used to lower blood pressure, block breast and pancreatic cancer invasion by inhibiting cellular structures.

16 Dec 2016

URMC researchers identify potential new means of treating severe genetic diseases in children

University of Rochester Medical Center researchers believe they have identified a potential new means of treating some of the most severe genetic diseases of childhood, according to a study in PLOS Biology.

16 Dec 2016

Scientists discover new class of host molecules to transport steroids in the body

Synthetic hosts are to transport medical substances and hormones into the body and to release them at specific points.

16 Dec 2016

Contraceptives do not lower sexual desire, research reveals

Taking the pill doesn't lower your sexual desire, contrary to popular belief, according to research published in The Journal of Sexual Medicine.

16 Dec 2016

Over-the-counter antioxidant may promote reductions in alcohol use in marijuana-dependent teens

An over-the-counter antioxidant known as N-acetylcysteine (NAC) is showing early promise at promoting abstinence from or reduced use of alcohol in marijuana-dependent adolescents, report researchers at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) in the December 2016 Addictive Behaviors.

15 Dec 2016

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New review highlights need to reassess use of biologics for treating rheumatoid arthritis patients

People at increased risk of schizophrenia more likely to use cannabis, research finds

Study addresses cost-effectiveness of checkpoint inhibitors for advanced melanoma in Hong Kong

Researchers seek clarity on how chronic cannabis use affects neurological activity

Combined endocrine and targeted therapy could be effective in treating Asian breast cancer patients

Novel approach shows promise for treating co-occurring PTSD and SUD

Penn researchers pinpoint some effective HIV drugs in causing neuronal damage

Common heartburn medications could decrease effects of chemotherapy in cancer patients

DuPont research project aims to enable global access for protein-based biologic medications

Hormonal contraception least likely to be linked to thromboembolic events in diabetic women

Calcium channel blockers may be effective drugs against cancer metastasis

URMC researchers identify potential new means of treating severe genetic diseases in children

Scientists discover new class of host molecules to transport steroids in the body

Contraceptives do not lower sexual desire, research reveals

Over-the-counter antioxidant may promote reductions in alcohol use in marijuana-dependent teens

Socioeconomic status could affect use of contraceptives among young women

New duo therapy offers hope for 'super blockage' of over-active immune system

Anti-platelet drug may slow spread of colon and pancreatic cancer cells

New Forsyth study provides new foundation for fighting Sjögren's syndrome

FDA approves new treatment option for patients dealing with mild to moderate eczema

Flow chemistry, AI, and NMR: A next-gen approach to scalable API production

Digital pathology and the PathoVerse: A conversation with Dr. Singh

Bioprocess Efficiency with Cell Density Monitoring

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