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Transdermal estradiol patches and LHRH agonists led to similar metastasis-free and overall survival in locally advanced prostate cancer. Estradiol was associated with substantially lower incidence of hot flashes but substantially more gynecomastia. Unlike oral estrogen, transdermal estradiol avoids first-pass hepatic metabolism, lowering the risk of thromboembolic cardiovascular complications. Transdermal estradiol for locally advanced prostate cancer…

An electron microscope image provided by the National Institutes of Health shows human respiratory syncytial virus virions, colorized blue, and antibodies against an RSV protein, colorized yellow. AP/National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, NIH hide caption toggle caption AP/National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, NIH Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy…

The FDA approved relacorilant (Lifyorli) in combination with nab-paclitaxel (Abraxane) for the treatment of adults with platinum-resistant epithelial ovarian, fallopian tube, or primary peritoneal cancer. The combination of the selective glucocorticoid receptor antagonist and chemotherapy drug is indicated for patients who have received one to three prior lines of therapy, at least one of which…

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Resident doctors in England will strike for six days after Easter after rejecting what they said was the final offer by the health secretary, Wes Streeting, to end the long-running pay and jobs dispute. The British Medical Association blamed the government for its decision to undertake its longest stoppage so far, from 7am on Tuesday…

A large, new study found that the stimulant methylphenidate, such as the drugs Ritalin and Concerta, may lower the risk of psychosis when prescribed to younger children with ADHD. Children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder have been identified to be at greater risk of developing psychotic conditions such as bipolar or schizophrenia, compared with neurotypical kids. Some…

A scientist who pioneered the modern food processing safety standards used around the world was awarded this year’s World Food Prize, the organization announced Wednesday, crediting his work for averting millions of cases of foodborne illness and reducing food waste. Huub Lelieveld, PhD, of the Netherlands earned the award after six decades spent advancing ways…

School immunisation services and pharmacies are reporting surging demand for routine vaccinations after the Kent meningitis outbreak in which two teenagers died. Thousands of teenagers across England have booked or received jabs in past fortnight against the A, C, W and Y strains of meningitis (MenACWY), and diphtheria, polio and tetanus (Td/IPV). Experts said the…