Study Shows Growing Mental Health Crisis in England
July 12th 2023England saw a significant increase in severe psychological distress among adults over the past 3 years, highlighting the urgent need to address the growing mental health crisis and allocate sufficient resources to mental health services.
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No Evidence of Substance Abuse in Patients Taking Stimulant Medication for ADHD
July 12th 2023The analysis of 500+ patients with ADHD shows no statistically significant evidence linking stimulant treatment to later substance use, indicating that stimulant medication did not increase or decrease the risk of substance use in adolescence or adulthood.
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Guy Young, MD: Prophylactic or Gene Therapy, and Shared Decision Making in Hemophilia
July 8th 2023Informed discussions about the pros and cons of different treatments help guide the decision-making process. When it comes to treatment adherence and overall quality of life, patient lifestyle plays a significant role.
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Maternal Mortality Rates Highlight Alarming Inequities by State, Race/Ethnicity
July 3rd 2023The American Indian and Alaska Native population show the largest increase in median state ratios, rising from 14 - 49.2, while the Black population consistently had the highest median state ratios, increasing from 26.7 - 55.4.
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Roctavian Receives Approval by the FDA for Severe Hemophilia A
June 29th 2023The approval is supported by positive results from the largest and longest phase 3 study for gene therapy in hemophilia, showing a 52% reduction in annualized bleeding rate compared with baseline rates on routine prophylaxis.
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Ambroxol Repurposing Improves Biochemical Markers in Gaucher Disease
June 28th 2023Significant improvements seen in hematologic parameters, visceral volumes, and plasma biomarkers in patients with Gaucher disease, suggesting its potential as an alternative therapy, particularly for those who cannot access enzyme replacement therapy.
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Improving Outcomes for Patients with Sickle Cell Disease Amid Racial Disparities
June 20th 2023Among other associations, those in educational attainment, employment status, mental health, and pain episode frequency and severity highlight the need for comprehensive care that considers the psychological well-being of individuals with SCD.
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