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Paediatric Allergic Rhinitis Symptoms Eased with Immunotherapy

A new study shows that allergy immunotherapy may offer relief for young children with allergic rhinitis while also reducing asthma risks.

New Study Advances Personalised Prostate Cancer Treatments

A new trial has evaluated and personalised treatments for metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer, representing a major advancement in treatment options for the disease.

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Roche's twice-yearly MS injection wins FDA approval

The FDA has approved Roche’s subcutaneous injection for relapsing multiple sclerosis (RMS) and primary progressive multiple sclerosis (PPMS).

Low-Impact Yoga Eases Urinary Incontinence Symptoms

A study comparing pelvic floor yoga and general exercise found both effective in reducing urinary incontinence in women, with no significant difference between the two approaches.

Allopurinol Improves Safety and Efficacy in Paediatric Leukaemia Maintenance Therapy

Adding allopurinol to maintenance therapy for paediatric ALL improves outcomes and reduces liver toxicity, even in patients with normal 6-MP metabolism.

Long-Term Scans Reveal Brain Changes Linked to Depression

A study from Weill Cornell Medicine, New York, USA has revealed a unique pattern of brain activity that may predispose certain individuals to depression.

Breakthrough in Immunotherapy Against ‘Pro-Tumor’ Immune Cells

Protective cells can be converted into tumor promoters after the immune system has been hijacked by cancer.

First-in-Human Trial of CAR-γδT Cells Shows Promise for Patients With Recurrent Glioblastoma: ESMO 2024

A groundbreaking clinical trial testing QH104, an allogeneic B7H3-targeting CAR-γδT cell therapy, has shown promising results for patients with recurrent glioblastoma.

Breastfeeding Safe for BRCA Carriers After Breast Cancer Treatment: ESMO 2024

A new study provides the first evidence that breastfeeding is safe for women with BRCA mutations after breast cancer treatment.

Pembrolizumab with Chemoradiotherapy Improves Cervical Cancer Survival: ESMO 2024

Results from the phase 3 ENGOT-cx11/GOG-3047/KEYNOTE-A18 study have been presented at ESMO 2024, Barcelona, Spain