Archive: 02/06/2014
Tumor size is defining factor to response from promising melanoma drug
In examining why some advanced melanoma patients respond so well to the experimental immunotherapy MK-3475, while others have a less robust response, researchers at Mayo Clinic in Florida found that the size of tumors before ...
Jun 2, 2014
Immunotherapy shows promise against melanoma
By unleashing the immune system to attack skin cancer, researchers have made important strides against melanoma, according to the results of three clinical trials released Monday.
Jun 2, 2014
One in four children with leukemia not taking maintenance medication, study shows
An estimated 25 percent of children in remission from acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL) are missing too many doses of an essential maintenance medication that minimizes their risk of relapse, according to a study published ...
Jun 2, 2014
No harm in yoga: But not much help for asthma sufferers
Yoga has long been promoted as a method for improving physical and mental well-being. And although yoga is often suggested to asthma sufferers to help alleviate symptoms, a new study found little evidence that yoga will improve ...
Jun 2, 2014
MRI-guided laser procedure provides alternative to epilepsy surgery
For patients with mesial temporal lobe epilepsy (MTLE) that can't be controlled by medications, a minimally invasive laser procedure performed under MRI guidance provides a safe and effective alternative to surgery, suggests ...
Jun 2, 2014
Long-term results encouraging for combination immunotherapy for advanced melanoma
The first long-term follow-up results from a phase 1b immunotherapy trial combining drugs for advanced melanoma patients has shown encouraging results—long-lasting with high survival rates—researchers report. First author ...
Jun 2, 2014
No apparent link between chronic cerebrospinal venous insufficiency and MS
There appears to be no link between chronic cerebrospinal venous insufficiency and multiple sclerosis (MS), according to new research published in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal).
Jun 2, 2014
Study shows public health often ignored in transportation policy
A new study from the University of Colorado Denver shows public health issues are often ignored in many transportation projects, especially when major roads are built through lower-income neighborhoods.
Jun 2, 2014