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A recent case series analysis found the fungal keratitis prevalence may be twice as high in rural compared with non-rural areas in the United States.

Additional validation of such improvement thresholds using unblinded trial data may be necessary to allow for more evidence of their utility in clinical research and practice.

Findings suggest segregated residential and transplant center neighborhoods contribute to racial disparities in access to living donor kidney transplantation.

A new study found non-hospitalized COVID-19 survivors from a Vietnam general population had a 76.1% prevalence of insomnia, with 22.8% of respondents with insomnia scoring for severe insomnia.

Ahmad Masri, MD, MS, provides an update on the the development of the cardiac myosin inhibitor class and offers perspective on what the future might hold for the class beyond cardiomyopathy.

In this Lungcast segment, Spicer spoke on several treatment-specific biomarkers for lung cancer and discussed the future of lung cancer therapy.

Unlike several European countries, Brazil does not have recurring price reductions, which could contribute to the distorted prices for biological medicines.

The incidence of KRT for primary glomerular disease-induced kidney failure was greatest for IgA nephropathy and focal segmental glomerulosclerosis.

Results of a multivariate logistic regression analysis showed previous exposure to occupational noise was positively associated with both rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis.

Hearing loss was more prevalent among children and adults with sickle cell disease and its traits compared to matched controls with normal hemoglobin.

During this segment of his interview, Bissonnette discussed safety data on JNJ-2113 for patients with plaque psoriasis and later went into future research topics.

A new study found the Healthy Patterns Sleep Program—where people have timed activities aligning with circadian rhythms—improves the quality of life after 4 weeks for individuals with cognitive impairment.

Stigmatizing language was found on 88% of transplant center websites and was most prevalent when discussing alcohol-associated hepatitis and cirrhosis.

Over the study period, pain screening procedures were integrated within routine clinical visits and providers’ workflow in sickle cell disease care.

A groundbreaking phase 1 study using CAR-T cells to treat severe lupus highlights a collaborative effort between the Cellular Therapy Program and rheumatology programs to pioneer innovative patient care.

In this interview, Bissonnette spoke on the significance of the recent topline data on JNJ-2113 for patients with plaque psoriasis.

Microalbuminuria and low body iron levels displayed a significant association with pediatric hearing loss independently.

The approval is based upon phase 3 findings from the OUtMATCH study, representing the first treatment for adult and pediatric patients with accidental exposure to 1 or more food allergens.

Results confirmed the cost-effectiveness of Japan’s mandated school urinary screening strategy, also pointing to fewer patients progressing to ESKD compared to no screening.

Nearly half (47%) of biosimilar users knew they were using biosimilars but 31% thought the medicine was an originator. In contrast, 80% of originator users knew they were using an originator, and none thought they were using a biosimilar.

Tom Nguyen, MD, discusses a recent study he led comparing outcomes of TAVR explantation based on transcatheter heart valve type.

Additional research on this form of moisturizer and other ingredients for acne with larger sample sizes may be needed to verify efficacy for acne vulgaris.

Older adults who use a salt substitute had a 40% lower incidence of experiencing hypertension than people who use regular salt.

Nearly 30% of patients were receiving potentially inappropriately prescribed medications at the start of the study and more than 20% were still receiving these medications 1 year later.

Anisha Dua, MD, MPH, delves into recent research advancements, diagnostic hurdles, and emerging therapeutic options in vasculitis.

The study performed the first genome-wide cross-trait analysis to investigate the shared genetic basis underlying hypothyroidism and rheumatoid arthritis.

Anisha Dua, MD, MPH, sheds light on the intricate challenges posed by vasculitis and its mimics.

Test your knowledge with this clinician quiz! In this quiz, we test your knowledge on clinical assessment recommendations for patients with inherited retinal diseases based on 2022 guidelines from the American Academy of Ophthalmology.

This research also included results from a sub-analysis of non-responders with hand eczema to dupilumab and upadacitinib.

A new study found engaging the amygdala can help with memory recall for individuals with depression—and familiar scents helped more than word cues. Memories with odor cues were more arousing and vivid.