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Study Looks at Co-Use of CYP2D6-Metabolizing Opioids, Antidepressants in Seniors

For older nursing home (NH) residents, use of CYP2D6-metabolized opioids concomitantly with CYP2D6-inhibiting antidepressants is associated with worsening pain

2011 to 2023 Saw Increase in New GLP-1 Receptor Agonist Prescriptions

From 2011 to 2023, there was an increase in new glucagon like peptide 1 receptor agonist (GLP-1RA) prescriptions, according to a research letter published onlin

FDA Approves Epysqli (eculizumab-aagh), a Biosimilar to Soliris

Daily Supplements May Slow 'Dry' Form of Macular Degeneration

Daily supplements can slow loss of vision related to late-stage dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a new study finds. The rate of dry AMD progression i

Dogs Can Smell Your Stress and Make Choices Based on It

Dogs can sniff out whether a human is stressed or relaxed, new research suggests, and that sensory feedback appears to influence canine emotions and choices. Th

Study Looks at Illness Trajectories After Revascularization in Patients With PAD

For patients undergoing lower limb revascularization for peripheral artery disease (PAD), the amputation rate is higher for nonelective patients, as is the mort

Clinical Report Addresses Management of Sickle Cell Disease in Children, Teens

Management of children and adolescents with sickle cell disease (SCD) requires comprehensive care from a pediatric primary care provider and a multidisciplinary

Socioeconomic Factors Linked to Persistently Active Rheumatoid Arthritis

Socioeconomic factors and deprivation are associated with persistently active rheumatoid arthritis (pactiveRA), according to a study published online July 14 in

Modified Anaphylaxis Clinical Criteria Developed for Young Children

Newly developed modified anaphylaxis clinical criteria can improve identification of anaphylaxis among young children, according to a study published online May

AI-Assisted Model Improves Diagnosis of Solid Lesions in Pancreas

A joint artificial intelligence (AI)-assisted model integrating clinical information and endoscopic ultrasonographic (EUS) images improves diagnosis of solid le