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FDA Adds Black Box to Prolia PI Warning of Severe Hypocalcemia Risk in CKD
January 23, 2024
The Boxed Warning reflects FDA research into severe adverse events including hospitalization and death in persons with CKD treated with denosumab.
Diabetes Remission of Any Duration May Reduce Risk of Renal and Cardiovascular Disease:
January 22, 2024
Remission of T2D, regardless of duration of remission, was associated with reduced risk of diabetes-related CKD and CVD in a post hoc analysis of Look AHEAD.
Gabapentinoids May Increase Risk of Severe COPD Exacerbations, Warns New Study
January 19, 2024
In persons with COPD, use of the anticonvulsants was linked to a 39% increase in risk of severe disease exacerbation requiring hospital admission, study authors reported.
"Ozempic" and Older Adults: Awareness of & Views on Rx Medications for Weight Management
January 19, 2024
When it comes overweight, obesity, and prescription drugs for weight loss, these results from the National Poll on Healthy Aging suggest older US adults need guidance.
Bempedoic Acid Associated with 20% Reduction in Total CV Events in Prespecified CLEAR Outcomes Analysis
January 18, 2024
The protective effect of bempedoic acid appeared to increase with the number of CV events a study participant experienced, according to study authors.
Shelf-Life Extended for Narcan Nasal Spray, FDA Announces
January 18, 2024
This second shelf-life extension for the OTC naloxone hydrochloride 4 mg spray continues the FDA's campaign to prevent drug overdose and related fatalities.
Changes to the 2024 ACIP Adult Immunization Schedule: At-a-Glance
January 17, 2024
Changes to the ACIP adult schedule include new Notes on the RSV vaccines and updates to Notes on flu vaccination, COVID-19 vaccination, and the pentavalent MenB shot.
Nonprescription Weight Loss Products Used by 1 in 10 Adolescents Worldwide: New Meta-Analysis
January 17, 2024
Use of nonprescribed weight loss products was higher among girls than boys globally and led by diet pills, followed by laxatives and diuretics, a meta-analysis found.
Early Breastfeeding May Reduce Risk of Childhood Obesity, Regardless of Mother's BMI: NIH Study
January 16, 2024
Each additional month of breastfeeding beyond 3 months correlated with a significantly lower child BMIz, especially for mothers identified as overweight or obese.
Fibrosis Screening Results May Motivate Behavior Change in Adults at Risk of Liver Disease: Danish Study
January 16, 2024
Screening for fibrosis in persons at risk of ALD and MASLD led to sustained improvements in lifestyle, eg, reduced alcohol consumption, weight loss, and increased exercise.