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Upadacitinib earns FDA approval for ankylosing spondylitis
Janus kinase inhibitor offers oral option for patients who have who have had an insufficient response or intolerance with one or more tumor...
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CDC panel lists reasons to get second COVID booster
One panelist said she was concerned about the potential for “booster fatigue.”
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FDA to decide by June on future of COVID vaccines
“We’d love to see an annual vaccination similar to influenza but realize that the evolution of the virus will dictate how we respond in terms of...
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As FDA OKs another COVID booster, some experts question need
“Is the goal to prevent any symptomatic infection with COVID-19, is the goal to prevent the spread of COVID-19, or is the goal to prevent severe...
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FDA OKs first condom for anal sex
Though the CDC has long encouraged the use of a condom during anal intercourse, the FDA had not until now deemed this practice safe.
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Immunocompromised patients should receive fourth COVID shot: CDC
The CDC contacted pharmacies on Jan. 26 to reinforce the message that people with moderate to severe immune suppression should receive a fourth...
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FDA approves risankizumab (Skyrizi) for psoriatic arthritis
The approval is the second indication for the anti–interleukin-23 monoclonal antibody after clearance for plaque psoriasis was granted in 2019.
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Prior COVID infection more protective than vaccination during Delta surge: U.S. study
“The evidence in this report does not change our vaccination recommendations,” said Dr. Ben Silk of the CDC.
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FDA approves two JAK-1 inhibitors for moderate to severe atopic dermatitis
“It’s big news because a few years ago we didn’t have any systemic treatments that are safer than the classical immunosuppressants.”
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CDC to update mask recommendations as Omicron spreads
“The best mask that you wear is the one you will wear and the one you can keep on all day long,” said Dr. Rochelle Walensky.
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