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Tocilizumab (Actemra) scores FDA approval for systemic sclerosis–associated interstitial lung disease
The drug received FDA Priority Review and is the first biologic to be approved by the agency to reduce lung function decline in systemic sclerosis...
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FDA supports robotic device as hysterectomy helper
Robotically assisted surgical device approved as option for hysterectomy in noncancerous cases.
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Rural women receive antibiotics for longer than necessary for UTIs
Women in rural areas are more likely than are those in urban areas to be prescribed inappropriate antibiotics or antibiotics for longer than...
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Dermatologic surgeons debut adverse event reporting database
There has been no central registry specifically for reporting adverse events associated with dermatologic surgical procedures, including cosmetic...
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Adalimumab earns FDA approval for ulcerative colitis in children
“The number of FDA-approved biologics to treat pediatric UC has been limited,” commented Dr. Atsushi Sakuraba, but now this option is available...
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ACR, AAD, AAO, RDS issue joint statement on safe use of hydroxychloroquine
Four medical societies issued a joint statement on the low risk of retinopathy and risk factor management.
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ACOG advises on care for transgender patients
Committee opinion updates guidance on fertility, hormone therapy, surgery, screening, and inclusion for transmasculine and transfeminine patients...
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Heavier girls hit hormonal puberty earlier, but develop breasts later
Reproductive hormone levels increased earlier in girls with overweight or obesity, compared with those with normal weight.
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Ob.gyns. report high burnout prior to pandemic
Medscape’s annual report shows bureaucratic tasks as a top contributor to ob.gyn. burnout; 19% report suicidal thoughts.
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Frozen sections can guide biopsies for giant cell arteritis, but are they feasible?
Mayo Clinic researchers describe their unique experience with the use of frozen section–guided sequential temporal artery biopsy carried out...
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ASDSA warns of rogue insulin pen use for DIY fillers
ASDSA members report children and teens’ social media videos of at-home hyaluronic acid injections.
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Dried blood spot tests show sensitivity as cCMV screen
Cohort study supports dried blood spot testing as an effective, low-cost option to test for congenital cytomegalovirus infection.
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AAD announces diversity initiatives
The 3-year plan includes promoting mentorship and increasing diversity within the AAD structure
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Ergonomic consultation spares endoscopists a pain in the neck
Wellness assessment by a physical therapist can be used to reduce musculoskeletal pain and injury in endoscopists.