In a nutshell This article investigated the safety and effectiveness of durvalumab (Imfinzi) for the treatment of unresectable non-small-cell lung cancer (NSCLC). The authors concluded that durvalumab is safe and can improve survival of these patients. Some background Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) is the most common kind of lung cancer....
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In a nutshell This study investigated if pembrolizumab (Keytruda) was more effective than the standard of care in Hodgkin's lymphoma patients unresponsive to brentuximab vedotin (Adcetris). The main finding was that pembrolizumab was more effective than the standard of care in these patients Some background Hodgkin's Lymphoma is...
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In a nutshell This study investigated the relationship between the primary lymph node site in Hodgkin’s lymphoma patients, their survival and course of the disease. The main finding was that patients with a primary lymph node site in the pelvis or abdomen had the worst survival of the Hodgkin’s lymphoma patients analyzed. Some...
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Cherry Hughes** is an active, energetic 75 year old, still working in the marketing and public relations profession in Great Britain. Her life is filled with friends and fun. “I love cooking and eating out. I am deeply interested in politics. I love music …I go to jazz clubs. I love going to France …I have a little apartment...
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In a nutshell This study investigated the safety and effectiveness of different drugs used to treat gestational diabetes. They found that metformin (Glucophage) is associated with fewer pregnancy complications than glyburide (Glynase), however it is less effective at managing blood sugar levels. Some background Gestational diabetes...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This study investigated if dapagliflozin reduces the risk of developing cardiovascular complications in patients with type 2 diabetes. They found that dapagliflozin was associated with a lower risk of non-fatal heart attack and stroke compared to dipeptidyl peptidase-4 inhibitors (DPP-4i). Some background Cardiovascular (CV, heart...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This study investigated if combining bariatric surgery with medical therapy was more effective in treating type 2 diabetes in obese patients. The authors concluded that bariatric surgery in combination with medical therapy was more effective in improving diabetes symptoms in these patients. Some background Bariatric surgery is a...
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In a nutshell This study investigated the effect of continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) in managing blood sugar levels in patients with type 1 diabetes treated with multiple daily insulin injections. They found CGM resulted in a clinically meaningful improvement in glycemic (blood sugar) control. Some background Glycemic control is critical for...
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An Unstoppable Force Lauren knew that we all have a common, overarching goal….We all want to live. More importantly, we all want each other to live. Scientists offer science. People with similar presentations compare notes. And always with great affection and love. What may have started as a simple support group is becoming an unstoppable force,...
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When Karen Jagoda asked Tal Givoly to explain Medivizor to the audience of “The Empowered Patient” radio program and podcast, accepting was a no-brainer. He told her, “I love the name of your program…as you will see…that is what we [at Medivizor] are trying to create.” Listen and learn more. Here’s the...
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The world is flat guys, Twitter is awesome! #doctors20 — Ángel González (@angel189) February 2, 2015 Worldwide Conversation Only on Twitter can people around the world chat with each other in real-time about an issue that impacts so many. Monday February 2nd, a group of 114 people from places as different as South Africa, Belgium, Australia,...
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Hi, As 2014 comes to a close we wanted to take a moment and thank you for contributing to the outstanding achievements we are so proud of at Medivizor. Yes – we couldn’t have done any of this without you! So, first, thanks!!! Your support and feedback is what is keeping us going and improving the service for all involved. We wish you health and...
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