- Physician's Weekly

From Agent to Agent, Interleukin Inhibitors Offer Distinct Benefits in Psoriasis

Nov 16, 2023

The benefits of interleukin inhibitors vary by agent and include increased drug survival and earlier attainment of Psoriasis Area Severity Index scores.

Aflibercept 8 Mg Improves Visual Acuity in Diabetic Macular Edema

Nov 16, 2023

Aflibercept 8 mg shows efficacy for patients with diabetic macular edema regardless of sex, age, and race/ethnicity.

Trust in Pediatricians Facilitates Early Peanut Introduction

Nov 16, 2023

A good relationship with a child’s pediatrician or clinician was the biggest factor associated with caregivers introducing peanut early to prevent allergy.

Fenebrutinib Associated With Rapid MS Lesion Reduction

Nov 15, 2023

Fenebrutinib penetrates cerebrospinal fluid at sufficient enough levels to reduce activation of B-cells and microglia in vitro.

Prioritizing Highly Effective Therapies in Children With MS

Nov 15, 2023

Highly effective therapies as a first-line option in pediatric-onset MS results in sustained reduction of clinical and radiological disease activity over 5 years.

Hand Osteoarthritis Is Not a Systemic Disease of the Cartilage

Nov 15, 2023

Hand joints without osteoarthritis maintain their joint space when other joints have or develop osteoarthritis.

Flintstone

Nov 15, 2023

“I’m afraid so, Fred – your kidneys and bladder are full of stones.”

Caring for Patients With Tardive Dyskinesia Can Present Challenges

Nov 14, 2023

Healthcare professionals should consider a complete therapeutic approach that includes the input of caregivers assisting patents with TD.

Chi-Separation to Evaluate Dynamic Changes in Early MS Lesions

Nov 14, 2023

Younger patients with MS have more tissue destruction in white matter lesions but also a higher capacity for remyelination.

Social Frailty Linked With Poorer Health in Patients With COPD

Nov 14, 2023

“It is important to take a multidisciplinary and holistic approach to patient care, especially in complex diseases like COPD.”–Katherine Young, MD

Birdshot Chorioretinopathy Shows Fractal Changes in the Retinal Vascular Layers

Nov 13, 2023

Fractal dimensions represent a promising biomarker for assessing retinal vascular damage.

Single-Occupancy Rooms Significantly Decrease Rates of Vancomycin-Resistant E faecium

Nov 13, 2023

Single-occupancy rooms represent a horizontal infection control strategy for reducing vancomycin-resistant E faecium and other multidrug-resistant pathogens.

Treating Patients of Color With Psoriasis Presents Many Challenges

Nov 10, 2023

Dermatologists must be knowledgeable about differences among people of color with psoriasis and to tailor their approach to diagnosis and treatment accordingly.

Innovative & Informative Prostate Cancer eBook

Nov 10, 2023

A curated ebook on prostrate cancer featuring recent studies, findings, and opinions from thought leaders.

Q&A: Assessing Patient Preferences Improves HIV Outcomes

Nov 10, 2023

Understanding the preferences of patients with HIV in care coordination programs, and revising programs based on those preferences, leads to better outcomes.

Telehealth in Otolaryngology Requires Balancing Accessibility & Quality

Nov 9, 2023

The expanded use of telemedicine in otolaryngology during the COVID-19 pandemic has shown how beneficial the approach can be for patients and clinicians.