In Pregnant Women with T1D, Greater Time in Range Reduces Adverse Maternal, Neonatal Outcomes
Higher time in optimal glycemic range was associated with reduced risk for preeclampsia and for birth weight larger than gestational age, new research found.
Real-World Studies Show Significant HbA1c Reductions with GLP-1 RA and Freestyle Libre CGM Used Together
One study showed a significant 1.5% decrease in HbA1c 6 months after participants taking a GLP-1 RA started using the Freestyle Libre system.
Semaglutide Shows Potential for Significant CVD Prevention: Daily Dose
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FDA Clears First-Ever OTC Glucose Sensor: Dexcom Stelo Glucose Biosensor System
The Dexcom system is for adults over the age of 18 years who do not use insulin, such as individuals with T2D who use oral medications, a US population of 25 million.
Two Biosimilars to Denosumab Win FDA Approval as Amgen and Sandoz Go to Court
Biosimilars Wyost and Jubobonti were approved as interchangeable for Xgeva and Prolia but launch will depend on the outcome of litigation between reference product manufacturers.
CDC: Persons with COVID-19, Flu, RSV, Other Respiratory Viruses No Longer Have to Isolate for 5 Days
The updated guidelines reflect the progress made in protecting against severe illness from COVID-19, said CDC Director Mandy Cohen, MD, MPH.
Zilebesiran Reduces Uncontrolled Hypertension as Addition to Standard of Care in Phase 2 KARDIA-2 Trial
Topline KARDIA-2 findings showed zilebesiran led to clinically and statistically significant reductions in SBP on top of either a diuretic, CCB, or ARB.
Cannabis Use Associated with Higher Risk of MI, Stroke: Daily Dose
Semaglutide Reduces CKD-Related Events by 24% in Population with T2D and CKD: FLOW Findings Announced
Semaglutide 1.0 mg was superior to placebo across the FLOW trial's 5-part primary endpoint with both CKD and CVD components contributing to risk reduction, said Novo Nordisk.
Rapid Progression of CKD Can Be Detected Early Using Simple Markers in Primary Care
The 3-year risk of rapid progression from CKD stage G3 was 15% in a large Danish population. Study authors identified accessible key risk factors to aid early detection.
Atogepant Safe, Effective in Treatment-Resistant Episodic Migraine: Daily Dose
Resmetirom for NASH: MASESTRO-NASH Phase 3 Data in NEJM Precede PDUFA Date of 3-14-2024
Resmetirom vs placebo led to significantly greater proportion of adults reaching NASH resolution without increased fibrosis and with fibrosis improvement by ≥1 stage.
Migraine and Persistent Vasomotor Symptoms Linked to Higher Risk of CVD, Stroke in Analysis of CARDIA Study
Women with migraine and persistent VMS faced double the risk of CVD and triple the risk of stroke, reported researchers.
Global Obesity Rates Top One Billion, Quadrupling Among Youth from 1999-2022
Obesity rates in the US over the 3 decades rose from 11.5% to 21.7% among boys and from 11.6% to 19.4% among girls. US men ranked 10th highest for obesity in 2022.
Women with IBD at Risk for Reduced Fertility: Daily Dose
Abrysvo Efficacy Sustained in Older Adults Through Second RSV Season
The bivalent vaccine demonstrated "durable efficacy" of more than 80% over 2 RSV seasons, according to Pfizer's report of topline findings from the RENOIR trial.
State of US Mental Health: Happiest Cities in 2024
Which city has the highest depression rate? Or the fewest work hours? Find the answers and more insights from a nationwide analysis, here.
Plasma Immunoassay for Alzheimer Disease Found Highly Accurate and is Commercially Available
The accuracy of the test in detecting Aβ and tau pathology underscores its potential to become an accessible and cost effective tool for Alzheimer diagnosis.
Marijuana Use Linked to Higher Risk of Myocardial Infarction, Stroke in New Study
The risk for cardiovascular outcomes increased with more frequent reported cannabis use per month, according to results from a large national study.
ACIP Recommends Monovalent COVID-19 Booster for Older Adults this Spring
COVID-19 hospitalizations have never fall below 6000/week, according to the ACIP; those aged 65+ have the highest inpatient rate, those aged 75+ have the highest mortality.
