Tag: patient care
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Riluzole in ALS care in Aotearoa New Zealand: why some patients use it and why others don’t
Understanding riluzole and its role in ALS treatment Riluzole is one of the few disease-modifying therapies approved for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). In many countries, including New Zealand, it has been used to modestly extend survival and delay ventilation needs for some patients. While not a cure, riluzole acts to reduce nerve cell excitability and…
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New Survey Highlights Pill-Splitting Challenges in Parkinson’s Disease Treatment
Overview A recent study conducted by Avion Pharmaceuticals, a subsidiary of Alora Pharmaceuticals, sheds light on a practical yet often overlooked issue in Parkinson’s disease management: pill-splitting. The survey explores how patients and caregivers cope with dividing medications, the impact on treatment adherence, and the potential consequences for health outcomes. By shining a light on…
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Pill-Splitting Challenges in Parkinson’s Treatment: New Survey
New Survey Sheds Light on Pill-Splitting in Parkinson’s Disease Treatment A new survey released by Avion Pharmaceuticals, a subsidiary of Alora Pharmaceuticals, highlights a persistent challenge in Parkinson’s disease (PD) management: the need to split pills to manage dosage, timing, and side effects. The findings, drawn from responses of patients, caregivers, and clinicians, underscore how…
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Minimally Invasive Biopsy Enables Real-Time Tracking of Amyloid Disease Progression
Revolutionizing ATTR monitoring with minimally invasive biopsies Transthyretin amyloidosis (ATTR) is a rare, progressive disease driven by misfolded proteins that form toxic filamentous deposits in multiple organs. Historically, clinicians faced challenges in accurately tracking disease progression because traditional tissue sampling was invasive, risky, and and often impractical for repeated measurements. A new approach—minimally invasive biopsy—promises…
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Malnutrition Undermines Survival in Advanced Cervical Cancer Undergoing CCRT
Impact of Nutrition on Outcomes in Locally Advanced Cervical Cancer Locally advanced cervical cancer (LACC) is typically treated with concurrent chemoradiotherapy (CCRT). Recent research underscores a powerful, yet often overlooked, factor shaping patient outcomes: nutritional status. Cachexia, sarcopenia, and overall malnutrition are not just background concerns; they independently correlate with survival and treatment-related toxicity in…
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Through Thick and Thin: A Tale of Quiet Friendship in Kluang
Introduction: The power of quiet devotion In a world that often celebrates grand gestures and dramatic rescues, true friendship can be found in the quieter corners of life. In Kluang, a small yet vibrant town, one woman’s steadfast care for her friend during a recent hospitalisation shines a light on what it means to stand…
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Two-Dose Radiation: A Potential Shift in Prostate Cancer Treatment
New Findings Hint at a Two-Dose Approach to Prostate Cancer Two recent studies have sparked renewed interest in ultra-short radiation therapy regimens for prostate cancer. Researchers at Rabin Medical Center-Beilinson Campus in Petah Tikva reported promising results from a two-dose radiation protocol, indicating that some patients might achieve comparable cancer control with far fewer treatment…
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Neurosurgeons Do More Than Brain Surgery: The Spine, Tumors, and Beyond
Rethinking the Role of Neurosurgeons When people hear the word neurosurgeon, they often picture a specialist maneuvering inside the skull. Yet the scope of neurosurgical care extends far beyond the brain and skull. Modern neurosurgery blends intricate anatomy with advanced techniques to treat conditions that affect the spine, peripheral nerves, and the skull base. This…
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Buffalo Professor Unveils AI Tool to Predict Hospitalization Risk for At-Risk Cardiac Patients
New AI Model Aims to Reduce Hospital Readmissions for Cardiac Patients A BUFFALO, N.Y. project led by a University at Buffalo (UB) pharmacy professor is poised to transform how clinicians identify and manage at-risk cardiac patients. Dr. Arinze Nkemdirim Okere, PharmD, MBA, is developing an artificial intelligence (AI) model designed to predict which patients are…
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TanzMED scales digital healthcare across Africa, linking hospitals, doctors and patients
Introduction: A Tanzania-built platform reshaping healthcare access In a continent where millions struggle to obtain affordable and timely healthcare, a Tanzania-built mobile health application is accelerating the way patients, doctors, and health institutions interact. TanzMED, a digital health platform, is expanding beyond its home country to connect hospitals, clinicians, and individuals across Africa. By digitizing…