Companies Johnson & Johnson Follow Aug 10 (Reuters) – Johnson & Johnson (JNJ.N) said on Thursday the U.S. Food and Drug Administration had approved its antibody-based therapy for patients with a difficult-to-treat type of blood cancer. The therapy, talquetamab-tgvs branded as Talvey, belongs to a class called bispecific antibodies designed to bring a cancer cell […]
Identifying the signs of schizophrenia can be challenging, as is the case with many mental illnesses. However, it’s crucial to dispel the misconception that schizophrenia involves having split or multiple personalities. While hallucinations and delusions are prominent symptoms of schizophrenia, there are additional indicators to be aware of. It’s important to remember that everyone’s experience […]
Sometimes talking to loved ones about your chronic pain might make you feel even worse than keeping it to yourself, adding to the sense of isolation you may already be experiencing. Here’s advice on how to deal with family issues from those who have experienced them firsthand as patients. Help your friends help you Dealing […]
Palliative care is a specialized form of healthcare that focuses on providing treatment and comfort to individuals with serious illnesses. It involves a team of specially trained healthcare providers who work together to address the physical, emotional, and psychological needs of patients. The primary objective of palliative care is to enhance the quality of life […]
A “HEALTHY” mum died just hours after being diagnosed with an aggressive form of blood cancer. Liz Taylor had been suffering from fatigue and migraines, but had no idea these could be symptoms of acute promyelocytic leukaemia (APML). Liz Taylor, 51, died in July 2022 after being diagnosed with a rare form of leukaemiaCredit: Leukaemia […]
Bispecific antibody targeting GPRC5D receptor showed an overall response rate of more than 70 percent with durable responses, including in patients previously treated with a bispecific antibody or CAR-T cell therapy HORSHAM, Pa., Aug. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson & Johnson announced today that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has […]
Variant EG.5, nicknamed “Eris,” is the new dominant strain of COVID-19 in the U.S., according to the CDC. Per a CDC report, recent upticks in COVID cases are largely due to this newest subvariant. Experts explain what you need to know about the latest COVID surge. Unfortunately, experts say COVID-19 isn’t going away anytime soon. […]
Conjunctivitis is one of the most commonly occurring infections during monsoon and this season the cases have seen a surge across India. The disease is highly infectious and is also quite painful. So what should be done to stay safe from the disease? Here are some professional tips from a doctor to prevent and stop […]
Asian Scientist Magazine (Aug. 10, 2023) — To ease pains of chemotherapy for cancer patients, researchers are always exploring better options. These are drugs that either alleviate side effects of chemotherapy or improve its efficacy. Mannose, a type of sugar found in many fruits, could offer a sweet solution for the latter. Long before scientists […]
Microplastics have been found in food, water, air, and some parts of the human body, according to scientists. Examining the innermost organs that are not directly exposed to the environment, on the other hand, is still limited. A pilot study found microplastics in many heart tissues and in blood specimens of people who underwent cardiac […]