Family Medicine

New data from the CONFIRM trial show the noninvasive FIT testing method is increasing in preference over colonoscopy by about 20% annually.

The prospective cohort study evaluates the role of both subjective and objective experiences.

Efanesoctocog alfa defined a new therapy class by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as the first and best-in-class high-sustained FVIII therapy.

Expansions in access by the Centers of Medicare and Medicaid Services could bring the latest advances in continuous glucose monitoring into the hands of millions with diabetes, which could provide significant, population-level impact and bring the field a step closer to equitable diabetes management.

Efanesoctocog alfa demonstrates promising results in new phase 3 data emphasizing the drug's potential to address unmet needs within the hemophilia community.

Informed 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.

From a novel acne cream to a breakthrough depression drug, a half-dozen agent decisions are coming through in the coming 6 months.

Dr. Juliana Biondo discusses what the future of treatment for hemophilia A looks like based on ongoing trials.

The 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.

Dr. Juliana Biondo discusses the exciting FDA approval of Roctavian and how it compares with other treatment options like Hemlibra.

While the FDA decision of Roctavian offers patients with hemophilia A more options, the gene therapy eligibility criteria still pose barriers.

Despite concerns, Dr. Margaret Ragni discusses the significance of the Roctavian's effectiveness for reducing hemophilia A bleeds and improving patient quality of life.

The data provide promising results, yielding a smoking abstinence rate of 26.4% in the intervention group at 18 months.

The 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.

A new study highlights the benefits of using the hypertonic saline test to determine the appropriate dose of inhaled corticosteroids for managing asthma in children.

Significant 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.

Ritlecitinib becomes the second JAK inhibitor approved to treat alopecia—and the first to be indicated for patients aged 12 years and older.

Janssen reported significant benefit, and a tolerable profile, for the investigative drug that may become the first indicated to treat HDFN.

New CDC survey data show an estimated 47 million adults in the US have ever been diagnosed with depression, with clear disparities based on demographics and regions.

An analysis of over 300,000 Medicare admissions showed no clinically important differences regarding mortality, readmission, length of stay, and healthcare spending between the two groups.

At ATS 2023, Dr. Galiatsatos illuminates what makes lung cancer screening different and how the screening approach is changing.

In an interview at ATS 2023, Dr. Rutland stresses the importance of studying the immune system's response to various diseases, emphasizing the potential impact of pipeline molecules.

Dr. Panagis Galiatsatos explains the new lung cancer screening aims to address the disparities of disease onset and progression across different racial populations.

Unlike other screenings, lung cancer screening is new and patients need to know what happens next, according to Dr. Panagis Galiatsatos.

Dr. Rutland emphasizes the importance of understanding cellular communication and its potential to manipulate disease processes for patient benefit, including the observed link between ILD, inflammation, scarring, and pulmonary hypertension.

As a result of these practices, asthma disparities have been amplified due to the concentration of poverty, heightened exposure to environmental hazards, and inadequate housing quality in these communities.

The increased use of tobacco-free nicotine products highlights the need for physicians to stay informed about nicotine pouches and be prepared for discussions with their patients.

The study addresses the need for consistent diagnostic practices related to unintentional weight loss in primary care patients as practices vary widely among physicians.