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Trofinetide may benefit patients with Rett syndrome
Data from a phase 2 study expand on previous findings and suggest that trofinetide can alleviate core symptoms of the neurodevelopmental disorder...
Conference Coverage
CPAP use associated with greater weight loss in obese patients with sleep apnea
NEW ORLEANS – CPAP use was associated with a higher level of weight loss in obstructive sleep apnea patients participating in a weight loss...
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Montana named ‘best state to practice medicine’ in 2019
New York ranks last, based on WalletHub measures.
Conference Coverage
Imaging mass cytometry sheds light on inflammation, demyelination in MS
DALLAS – The technology enables clinicians to examine multiple proteins within intact tissue and distinguish cell types based on complex...
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Psychiatrists sue ABPN over its MOC process
The lawsuit contends that the board has created a monopoly over the MOC market and is violating antitrust laws.
Conference Coverage
MS researchers aim to build MRI diagnostic portfolio beyond the central vein sign
DALLAS – Evaluation of lesion morphology is one emerging technology, according to Dr. Andrew J. Solomon.
News from the FDA/CDC
FDA approves siponimod for relapsing forms of MS
The oral treatment reduces the risk of 3-month confirmed disability progression and may improve cognition and MRI disease activity.
Conference Coverage
Study launched to further evaluate the central vein sign in MS
DALLAS – A total of 10 clinical sites in North America are participating, with the Cleveland Clinic coordinating.
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Report calls for focus on ‘subpopulations’ to fight opioid epidemic
“Methadone, buprenorphine, and extended-release naltrexone ... save lives” but most people with OUD get no treatment, new report says.
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DoJ refuses to challenge Texas ACA ruling
By not taking action, the Justice department allows a ruling to stand that effectively renders the Affordable Care Act unconstitutional.
Literature Review
Many EMS protocols for status epilepticus do not follow evidence-based guidelines
Emergency medical services (EMS) system protocols vary in how they define and treat generalized convulsive status epilepticus, according to a...