Mesothelioma Clinical Trial Studies Keytruda, Lenvatinib Combination
The objective response rate of the Keytruda/lenvatinib combination was an impressive 58%.
In 2020, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved the use of Keytruda for certain metastatic tumors, including certain cases of mesothelioma, but the search for an effective combination continues.
Lenvatinib has shown it can block tumor growth by targeting specific proteins Keytruda can’t reach. It has been effective with only select cancers and is known as precision medicine.
The drug, which is already FDA approved, has been used successfully with Keytruda for the treatment of endometrial cancer. Lenvatinib is prescr...
Source: Asbestos and Mesothelioma News - August 17, 2022 Category: Environmental Health Authors: Fran Mannino Tags: Clinical Trials/Research/Emerging Treatments Pleural Source Type: news
Anorexia: Welsh patient treated hundreds of miles from home
Molly Leonard says she often spends months far from her family because Wales has no specialist unit. (Source: BBC News | Health | UK Edition)
Source: BBC News | Health | UK Edition - August 5, 2022 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Old Bones From Anorexia Nervosa Old Bones From Anorexia Nervosa
Low bone density is common in those with anorexia nervosa. Dr Misra offers insight and advice on improving bone density in these patients.Medscape Diabetes & Endocrinology (Source: Medscape Diabetes Headlines)
Source: Medscape Diabetes Headlines - August 5, 2022 Category: Endocrinology Tags: Diabetes & Endocrinology Commentary Source Type: news
Amy Ellis plagued by anorexia aims to save her life by raising money for treatment
A WOMAN who has been plagued by anorexia since childhood is desperately trying to raise £ 200,000 for private treatment to save her life. Amy Ellis, 42, said a lack of appropriate mental health support on the NHS in Wales means the underlying cause of her illness has never been addressed. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - July 21, 2022 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Amy Ellis plagued by anorexia aims to save her life by raising £200,000 for treatment
A WOMAN who has been plagued by anorexia since childhood is desperately trying to raise £ 200,000 for private treatment to save her life. Amy Ellis, 42, said a lack of appropriate mental health support on the NHS in Wales means the underlying cause of her illness has never been addressed. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - July 20, 2022 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
A feminist phenomenological approach to the analysis of body maps: childhood trauma and anorexia nervosa - Malecki JS, Rhodes P, Ussher JM, Boydell K.
Body mapping is an arts-based research technique that uses a life-sized outline of the participant's body and symbols that visually represent their lived experiences. In this article, we describe the methods of body mapping and analytic techniques used in ... (Source: SafetyLit)
Source: SafetyLit - July 18, 2022 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Tags: Economics of Injury and Safety, PTSD, Injury Outcomes Source Type: news
Anorexia Linked to Notable Shrinkage of Key Brain Structures Anorexia Linked to Notable Shrinkage of Key Brain Structures
A new study shows notable shrinkage of key brain structures in patients with anorexia that improves with weight gain.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Psychiatry Headlines)
Source: Medscape Psychiatry Headlines - June 24, 2022 Category: Psychiatry Tags: Psychiatry News Source Type: news
Brain Changes May Be Hallmark of Anorexia
FRIDAY, June 10, 2022 -- People with anorexia nervosa show significant shrinkage in three important areas of the brain, new research reveals.
The researchers said their study findings highlight the importance of early treatment, to prevent long-term... (Source: Drugs.com - Daily MedNews)
Source: Drugs.com - Daily MedNews - June 10, 2022 Category: General Medicine Source Type: news
PRAX-114 Flops for Depression; Meta's Mental Health Lawsuits; Anorexia Brain Changes
(MedPage Today) -- The phase II/III Aria study testing the investigational agent PRAX-114 for major depressive disorder failed to meet its primary endpoint or show improvement in any secondary endpoints, Praxis Precision Medicines announced.
Researchers... (Source: MedPage Today Psychiatry)
Source: MedPage Today Psychiatry - June 8, 2022 Category: Psychiatry Source Type: news
Peterborough school counsellor tells of her anorexia journey
Shama Hanif tells of her her struggle with anorexia and how she has cast off the shame she once felt. (Source: BBC News | Health | UK Edition)
Source: BBC News | Health | UK Edition - May 30, 2022 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Anorexia Nervosa in Adolescent Patients: What You Need to Know Anorexia Nervosa in Adolescent Patients: What You Need to Know
Here we will review the epidemiology, diagnosis, and treatment of anorexia, with an emphasis on what pediatricians need to know to screen and to facilitate treatment.Medscape Pediatrics (Source: Medscape Psychiatry Headlines)
Source: Medscape Psychiatry Headlines - May 12, 2022 Category: Psychiatry Tags: Pediatrics Commentary Source Type: news
South Africa: We Found a Genetic Link Between Routine Blood Test Results and Mental Health Disorders
[Daily Maverick] Mental health disorders including depression, schizophrenia, and anorexia show links to biological markers detected in routine blood tests, according to our new study of genetic, biochemical and psychiatric data from almost a million people. (Source: AllAfrica News: Health and Medicine)
Source: AllAfrica News: Health and Medicine - April 26, 2022 Category: African Health Source Type: news
Nikki Grahame: Star's 'horrible' anorexia that led to her death - condition explained
A NEW documentary airing tonight on Channel 4 will pay tribute to reality icon Nikki Grahame, who passed away on April 9, 2021 after a lengthy battle with anorexia nervosa. During the documentary, Nikki's mum, Sue, describes the crippling effects the disorder had on her beloved daughter and why she hopes to raise awareness about the condition. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - April 7, 2022 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
First Guidelines for Managing Anorexia in Pregnancy First Guidelines for Managing Anorexia in Pregnancy
Pregnant women with anorexia are at increased risk for poor outcomes and require multidisciplinary care that includes mental health and specialist medical, obstetric, and nutritional support.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Psychiatry Headlines)
Source: Medscape Psychiatry Headlines - March 30, 2022 Category: Psychiatry Tags: Psychiatry News Source Type: news
Selenium deficiency is associated with disease severity, disrupted reward processing, and increased suicide risk in patients with Anorexia Nervosa - Strumila R, Lengvenyte A, Oli é E, Seneque M, Dupuis-Maurin K, Alacreu-Crespo A, Maimoun L, Lefebvre P, Renard E, Courtet P, Guillaume S.
BACKGROUND& AIMS: Patients with Anorexia Nervosa (AN) present many nutritional deficiencies (macro- and often also micro-nutrients), possibly explained by their inadequate food intake. Previous studies reported that selenium (Se) deficiency is common in t... (Source: SafetyLit)
Source: SafetyLit - March 28, 2022 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Tags: Suicide and Self-Harm Source Type: news
