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New recommendations for managing adult AML
The European LeukemiaNet (ELN) has released updated recommendations for the diagnosis and treatment of acute myeloid leukemia (AML) in adults.
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Study provides new insight into B-cell metabolism
Research published in Nature Immunology helps explain how B-cell metabolism adapts to different environments.
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CHMP recommends lenalidomide maintenance
The European Medicines Agency’s (EMA) Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) has recommended a new indication for lenalidomide (...
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Distress linked to higher risk of death from leukemia, other cancers
A study published in The BMJ suggests that higher levels of psychological distress (anxiety and depression) may be associated with an increased...
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Combo granted orphan designation for DLBCL
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted orphan drug designation for the combination of TG-1101 (ublituximab), an anti-CD20...
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Software could improve image analysis, team says
Researchers say they have developed new software that will analyze medical and scientific images faster and more accurately than ever before.
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Why young hemophiliacs skip prophylaxis
Some young hemophilia patients may not be sticking to their prophylaxis regimens for psychosocial reasons, according to research published in PLOS...
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Donor CAR T cells bridge to HSCT in infants with ALL
New research suggests that “universal,” donor-derived, chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T cells may be a viable treatment option for very young...
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Roche launches new blood analyzer
Roche has announced the launch of its cobas m 511 integrated hematology analyzer in countries that recognize the CE mark.* The cobas m 511...
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Health Canada expands indication for lenalidomide
Health Canada has expanded the approved indication for lenalidomide (Revlimid®) to include the treatment of patients with multiple myeloma (MM)....
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Study quantifies 5-year survival rates for blood cancers
A new study shows that 5-year survival rates for US patients with hematologic malignancies have increased greatly since the 1950s, but there is...
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Anticoagulants often unnecessary after surgery, analysis suggests
Many surgical patients may be receiving anticoagulants they don’t need, according to research published in Annals of Surgery. The study...
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Iron-fortified nutrition bars combat anemia in India
Consuming an iron-fortified nutrition bar daily for a few months can fight anemia without producing side effects, according to research published...
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New recommendations for pediatric AMKL
Research has revealed genetic alterations that may prove useful for predicting treatment outcomes in pediatric patients with acute...
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CMA report reveals successes and shortcomings
The European Medicines Agency (EMA) has released a report showing both successes and room for improvement regarding conditional marketing...