Tag: medical news
XDR Shigella Spreads Beyond High-Risk Groups in LA County
LAC DPH reports a rise in extensively drug-resistant Shigella cases in 2024, with 68 cases...
Measles Cases Surge, Three States Report Fatalities
Measles cases surge with 5,182 infections and three fatalities reported across multiple U.S. states, according...
Labcorp introduces reflex testing for hepatitis D
Labcorp's new hepatitis D testing reflex option aims to close the diagnostic gap, targeting U.S....
FDA Approves Jaypirca for Untreated CLL and SLL
The FDA approves Jaypirca for previously untreated CLL and SLL without del(17p), showing improved outcomes...
Canadian Study Finds Physicians with Disabilities, Urges Accessibility
A Canadian study reveals 5% of physicians report disabilities 'always or often,' urging improved workplace...
Gene linked to fat storage may raise anorexia risk
Scientists found a gene linked to fat storage that may raise anorexia risk. The study...
Genetic testing aids epilepsy diagnosis in children
Genetic testing aids epilepsy diagnosis in children with seizures and developmental delays, offering new insights...
Eight New Muscular Dystrophy Therapies Show Promise
Eight new muscular dystrophy therapies show promise in targeting disease mechanisms, moving beyond traditional care...
FDA fast-tracks first drug for MOGAD
The FDA fast-tracks satralizumab for MOGAD, a rare autoimmune disease. This decision could make it...
Gene therapy shows promise for seizure patients
Gene therapy shows promise for seizure patients with sustained reductions in seizure frequency and improved...