breast cancer | Research | Treatment | 10 pages | source: Targeted oncology | Added Oct 09, 2021
Is cancer treatment with immune checkpoint inhibitors associated with infection risk?
This study is aimed to evaluate the risk of infection for patients who are treated with immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICI) for solid tumors. The study concluded that in frail patients, ICI therapy alone is safer compared to chemotherapy (CT).
rheumatoid arthritis | Research | 10 pages | source: Annals of the rheumatic diseases | Added Oct 09, 2021
Is there a relationship between fatigue and disease activity in patients with early rheumatoid arthritis?
This study investigated the occurrence of fatigue (tiredness) in patients with early rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and identified predictors of fatigue after 24 months. The data showed that patients with early disease remission had a rapid, sustained reduction in fatigue and that low disease activity at diagnosis predicted a higher risk of fatigue at 24 months.
rheumatoid arthritis | Research | Treatment | 10 pages | source: Arthritis Research & Therapy | Added Oct 05, 2021
Is peficitinib an effective treatment for rheumatoid arthritis?
This study looked at the use of peficitinib (Smyraf) for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) from the perspective of patients and their doctors. It found that peficitinib improved symptoms of RA and led to increased ability to work and carry out daily activities compared to placebo.
breast cancer | Research | Lifestyle | 10 pages | source: Supportive care in cancer: official journal of the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer | Added Oct 05, 2021
Evaluating the association of physical activity and sedentary behavior with fatigue, pain, and depressive symptoms among breast cancer survivors.
This study examined the association of physical activity (PA) and sedentary time (ST) with pain, fatigue, and depressive symptoms over time among survivors of breast cancer (BC). The data showed that lower ST and higher PA is associated with lower depressive symptoms in long-term survivors of BC.
breast cancer | Research | Treatment | 10 pages | source: Cancer Medicine | Added Oct 03, 2021
Evaluating the occurrence and predictors of peripheral nerve disease after breast cancer treatment.
This study evaluated the occurrence and clinical predictors of peripheral neuropathy (PN; nerve damage) in long-term survivors of breast cancer (BC). The data showed that PN is an important long-term consequence of taxane-based chemotherapy in survivors of BC.
rheumatoid arthritis | Research | 10 pages | source: PLOS ONE | Added Oct 03, 2021
Risk factors for fragility fractures in patients with rheumatoid arthritis.
This study explored the risk factors for fragility fractures in patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). The authors concluded that aging, disease-related factors, and previous fracture history are important risk factors for fragility fractures in these patients.
rheumatoid arthritis | Research | Lifestyle | 10 pages | source: PLOS ONE | Added Sep 26, 2021
Can diet influence depression among patients with rheumatoid arthritis?
This study investigated the relationships among depression and anxiety, diet, and disease activity or physical function in patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). The data showed that there was a relationship between depression and lower fish intake frequency in these patients.
breast cancer | Research | 10 pages | source: Advances in therapy | Added Sep 05, 2021
Evaluating the benefits of denosumab on bone health in women with early-stage breast cancer.
This study evaluated the benefits of denosumab (Xgeva) on the bone health of women with early-stage breast cancer (BC). The data showed that denosumab improved bone-related outcomes in women with high-risk early-stage BC
breast cancer | Research | Treatment | 10 pages | source: Critical reviews in oncology/hematology | Added Aug 29, 2021
Evaluating eribulin versus other treatment options in women with advanced breast cancer.
This study compared the safety and effectiveness between eribulin (Halaven) and non-eribulin-based chemotherapy regimens in patients with advanced breast cancer (BC). The data showed that eribulin significantly improved survival outcomes with manageable side effects in these patients.
rheumatoid arthritis | Research | Treatment | 10 pages | source: Arthritis Research & Therapy | Added Aug 22, 2021
Comparing tofacitinib and baricitinib for patients with rheumatoid arthritis in a real-world setting
This study compared the effectiveness and safety of tofacitinib (Xeljanz) and baricitinib (Olumiant) in patients with rheumatoid arthritis in a real-world setting. The data showed that tofacitinib and baricitinib had similar effectiveness and safety but clinical responses may depend on previous use of anti-rheumatic drugs.