Archive: 08/02/2017
How can marijuana policy protect the adolescent brain?
As more states begin to legalize the use of marijuana, more young people may start to believe that it's safe to experiment with the drug. However, those under 25 are more vulnerable to the effects of drugs than are older ...
Feb 8, 2017
How Thailand eliminated mother-to-child HIV transmission
Thailand has become the first Asian country to eliminate mother-to-child transmission (MTCT) of HIV, thanks to a pragmatic multi-sector response backed by strong political commitment and heavy government investment, a study ...
Feb 8, 2017
French pharma giant Sanofi says profits up in 2016
French pharmaceuticals giant Sanofi said Wednesday that cost-cutting measures and the strong performance of its rare diseases business drove up profits last year.
Feb 8, 2017
Study provides insights on optimal treatment of Paget's disease of bone
In a study of patients with Paget's disease of bone—a common skeletal disorder that can lead to bone deformity, fractures, osteoarthritis, and bone pain—long-term intensive bisphosphonate therapy conferred no clinical ...
Feb 8, 2017
Gold standard monitoring of HCC in patients with cirrhosis is cost-effective
Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is the leading cause of death in patients with cirrhosis. A new analysis indicates that following screening guidelines for HCC in cirrhotic patients is lifesaving and cost-effective compared ...
Feb 8, 2017
Could drugs replace gastric bypass surgery?
Gastric bypass surgery is one of the most successful treatments for obesity and related disorders; however, some patients may not want to undergo surgery.
Feb 8, 2017
Men experience greater cognitive impairment and short-term death following hip surgery
In a study of hip fracture patients, men displayed greater levels of cognitive impairment within the first 22 days of fracture than women, and cognitive limitations increased the risk of dying within six months in both men ...
Feb 8, 2017
Are antivirals a cost-effective therapy during severe flu seasons?
A new study indicates that the antiviral drug oseltamivir can reduce influenza infections and prevent deaths in a cost-saving manner under most pandemic scenarios.
Feb 8, 2017