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FDA Approves Ogsiveo for Desmoid Tumors

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Ogsiveo (nirogacestat) tablets for adult patients with progressing desmoid tumors who require systemic treatm

Triptans, Ergots, Antiemetics Most Effective Meds for Migraine

Triptans, ergots, and antiemetics are the most effective classes of medications for migraine, according to a study published online Nov. 29 in Neurology.Chia-Ch

Before ADHD Diagnosis, Youth Twice as Likely to Have Used Health Care Services

Two years before attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) diagnosis, youth with ADHD are twice as likely to use health care services as youth without the

Racial, Ethnic Disparities Seen in ED Discharge Against Medical Advice

Black and Hispanic patients appear to have increased odds of emergency department discharges against medical advice (DAMA), according to a study published onlin

Monthly News Roundup - November 2023

FDA Approves Lilly s Zepbound for Chronic Weight Management In November, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Eli Lilly s Zepbound (tirzepatide)

Thyroid Cancer Prevalent Among Transgender Female Veterans

There is a high prevalence of thyroid cancer among transgender female veterans, according to a study presented at the annual meeting of the American Thyroid Ass

Polygenic Predisposition to Short Sleep Linked to Depression

Polygenic predisposition to short sleep is associated with depression onset, but polygenic predisposition to depression is not associated with overall sleep dur

AI Accurate in Diagnosing Suspicious Skin Lesions

A mobile phone-powered artificial intelligence (AI) technology is effective for diagnosing suspicious skin lesions, according to a study published in the Octobe

Leisure Sedentary Time Linked to Prevalence of Uterine Fibroids

Leisure sedentary time (LST) is independently associated with the prevalence of uterine fibroids (UFs), according to a study published online Nov. 28 in BMJ Ope

Walking at Faster Speeds Linked to Reduction in Risk for Type 2 Diabetes

Walking at faster speeds seems to be associated with a reduction in the risk for type 2 diabetes, according to a review published online Nov. 28 in the British

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