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AstraZeneca/Daiichi ADC shows sustained benefit in mid-stage breast cancer study
Trastuzumab Deruxtecan in Previously Treated HER2-Positive Breast Cancer . This type of breast cancer has been associated with shorter survival times as well as a higher risk of recurrence and brain metastasis. Principal investigator Ian Krop, associate chief, Division of Breast Oncology, Susan F. Smith Center for Women's Cancers, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, said the results are "particularly s... [Full Article...]
Samoa measles outbreak: 83 new cases of measles
There were 83 new cases of measles diagnosed in Samoa in the past 24 hours. According to the declaration, only entry permits and entry permit waivers for medical emergency situations will be approved but must be reviewed by the governor's office for final approval. [Full Article...]
'The facts are clear': Pelosi announces full impeachment vote next week
The Republican-led chamber is unlikely to vote to find the president guilty and remove him from office. "If the president can first abuse his power and then stonewall all congressional requests for information, Congress cannot fulfil its duty to act as a check and balance against the executive (branch) - and the president becomes a dictator", Representative Jerrold Nadler , the Democratic c... [Full Article...]
Trastuzumab Deruxtecan Is a Potential Treatment Option for HER2+ Breast Cancer
Trastuzumab deruxtecan is under priority review in the U.S. for the treatment of patients with HER2-positive metastatic breast cancer , while a regulatory submission has also been made to Japan's Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare. "The data are striking", Borges says, showing 25 percent one-year survival for this patient population with tucatinib, compared with zero percent survival for pati... [Full Article...]
Haircare Products May Increase Breast Cancer Risk in Black Women
A study at the National Institutes of Health found that women who use permanent hair dye and chemical hair straighteners have a higher risk of developing breast cancer than women who don't use these products. However, the rise in new breast cancer cases is still prevalent. "No, it is not caused by your deodorant or your underwire bras or wearing your cellphone in your sports bra when you work ... [Full Article...]
Trump impeachment - What happens next?
Speaking on December 11 during the Judiciary Committee's markup of the articles of impeachment, Gaetz criticized his Democratic colleagues saying, "House Democrats aren't clarifying that no one's above the law, they're just clarifying that none of them are above partisanship and politics". [Full Article...]
Chinese researcher says he created the world's first genetically altered babies
I would say that no babies should be born at this point in time following the use of this technology. "The babies are home now with their mom Grace and their dad Mark". "It is scientifically possible but scientists and medical experts have chosen not to use the technology on human beings because of uncertainties, risks, and most importantly, the ethical problems that follow", they said, noting tha... [Full Article...]
Tackle obesity with labels on how to burn off calories
Campaigner Hope Virgo said that, despite being in recovery from an eating disorder for 11 years, she fears the sight of exercise calorie information on food packs could impact her. Daley says many people would be shocked to find out how much exercise is needed to burn off certain snacks and treats. For example, eating 230 calories in a small bar of chocolate would require about 46 minutes of walki... [Full Article...]