On Thursday, the Food and Drug Administration approved Journavx, a highly anticipated non-opioid pain medication developed by Vertex Pharmaceuticals, marking a significant milestone in the effort to shift pain treatment away from opioids. This new drug has been initially approved to treat acute
In the challenging landscape of dementia care, caregivers are the unsung heroes who shoulder the burden of looking after their loved ones. The emotional, physical, and financial stress experienced by caregivers often goes unnoticed, despite playing a crucial role in the well-being of dementia
Basal cell carcinoma (BCC) is the most common cancer worldwide, with its incidence doubling over the past 20 years. Traditional treatments, primarily surgical excision, come with a recurrence risk and potential complications. This article explores the potential of Talimogene laherparepvec (T-VEC),
In the relentless pursuit of enhanced cancer treatments, recent research has shed light on the dual inhibition of MYCN and MDM2 as a promising strategy. Both MYCN and MDM2 are vital oncogenes implicated in various tumorigenic processes. Their simultaneous targeting might revolutionize the
Tuberculosis (TB) remains one of the deadliest infectious diseases worldwide, with drug-resistant strains posing a significant challenge to global health. Recent advancements in TB treatment, particularly for drug-resistant forms, offer new hope. This article explores the potential of new drug
New research shines light on position-specific hallmarks of cancer, diving deeply into the contemporary understanding of cancer and focusing on the specific expression patterns of cancer hallmarks within tumors. The fundamental question it addresses is, "What is a tumor?"—a crucial query w
