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Precision medicine as a way to improve oncology care — and potentially drive down drug costs

Broadly defined, precision medicine is about the personalization of care. Yet on a practical level, precision medicine can take on different forms in different subspecialties in healthcare. In modern oncology care, it’s largely about getting the right drugs to the right patient at the right time. There’s also some early evidence that more efficient targeted… Read More: Precision medicine as a way to improve oncology care —… »

FDA Approves Nayzilam (midazolam) Nasal Spray to Treat Seizure Clusters

FDA Approves Nayzilam (midazolam) Nasal Spray to Treat Seizure Clusters Print this page Brussels (Belgium) & Atlanta, Georgia (U.S.) – May 20 2019: UCB announced today that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a New Drug Application for the company’s newest anti-epileptic drug (AED) Nayzilam (midazolam) nasal spray CIV, a benzodiazepine indicated… Read More: FDA Approves Nayzilam (midazolam) Nasal Spray to Treat Seizure Clusters »

Do You Vape?

Electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) are said to be safer than regular cigarettes. Is this true? The jury is still out because long term results on vaping are lacking. What is known for certain is that e-cigarettes keep people addicted to nicotine.    Smoking tobacco increases the risk of heart attacks and strokes. This appears to also be true… Read More: Do You Vape? »

Medical News Today: Bentonite clay: 11 benefits and uses

Bentonite clay is a natural clay with a fine, soft texture. It forms a paste when mixed with water. Some people use this paste for medical or cosmetic benefits, such as treating rashes and acne or as a hair mask. People have used bentonite clay to remove impurities on the skin, such as oils, and… Read More: Medical News Today: Bentonite clay: 11 benefits and uses »