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ASCO 2024 Interview: Michael A. Postow

Immunotherapy with drugs like nivolumab and ipilimumab has been decades in the making, even long before our group at MSK was involved. The…

Type 2 diabetes among the world's five most researched diseases

Type 2 diabetes has replaced COVID-19 on the list of the world’s most studied diseases this year, according to a study by Phesi.

EHA 2024 Interview: Elizabeth Macintyre

Since starting in 1992, I’ve witnessed significant advancements in diagnostics. My background includes clinical and laboratory haematology…

Unique Symptoms of Egg-Induced Anaphylaxis in Children

New research has revealed that egg-induced anaphylaxis in children presents with unique symptoms, differing from other food allergies.

Acute Flank Pain from May-Thurner Syndrome: A Case Report

May-Thurner syndrome (MTS) is defined as symptomatic compression of the left common iliac vein by the overlying right common iliac artery…

‘IMROZ’ Study – Clinical Implications

Despite what Mohty described as “progressive advances in the field” over recent years, significant unmet needs remain in the front-line…

Cold Temperatures Worsen Asthma Symptoms in Children

A link between cold temperatures and asthma flare-ups in children, mediated by oxidative stress in the nasal cavity, has been identified in recent research.

Helicobacter Pylori Treatment Could Minimise Gastric Cancer Risk

Researchers have unveiled that Helicobacter pylori treatment may be beneficial for individuals with a high genetic risk to gastric cancer.

COVID-19 Vaccine Cuts Childhood Asthma Symptoms

A RECENT study revealed a significant association between COVID-19 vaccination rates and decreased symptomatic asthma among children.

Childhood Air Pollution Exposure Linked to Adult Bronchitis Symptoms

A recent study revealed that long-term exposure to air pollution during childhood can lead to bronchitis symptoms in adulthood.