Cameron Santoro

COVID-19 infections were associated with greater risk of hospitalization, complications, and mortality in patients with peripartum and hypertrophic cardiomyopathy.

Tirzepatide and semaglutide, both medications for obesity treatment, demonstrate similar safety and efficacy but tirzepatide resulted in greater levels of weight loss among patients compared with semaglutide.

Panelists proposed policy solutions to ensure long-term sustainability of infused biosimilars amid current challenges, including average sales price erosion and reimbursement issues.

Deuruxolitinib showed significant efficacy and safety in hair regrowth stimulation among adult patients with alopecia areata, particularly in those with moderate to severe hair loss.

Elacestrant, a selective estrogen receptor degrader, demonstrated significant improvements in progression-free survival (PFS) compared with standard-of-care treatments for patients with ER-positive, HER2-negative, ESR1-mutated metastatic breast cancer.

Food insecurity is a significant public health concern that disproportionately affects marginalized communities, contributing to a range of health disparities.

Patients with treatment-resistant central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia saw improvement in symptoms and gene expression, suggesting the potential of metformin as a new treatment option.

Younger women with estrogen receptor (ER)–positive, HER2-negative breast cancer have significantly worse long-term outcomes, including higher rates of recurrence and metastasis, compared with older women.

Global Biosimilars Week discussed issues in biosimilar adoption and called for reforms to streamline processes, foster competition, and increase biosimilar access for patients.

Currently, chemotherapy remains a common treatment for biliary tract cancers, which have a limited survival rate.

Coverage from the IVBM Regional event in Denver, Colorado.

Over half of the US adult population may benefit from semaglutide, a drug primarily used for weight loss and diabetes, although concerns about access and cost persist, especially considering its potential for wider health applications.

Mei Wei, MD, an oncologist specializing in breast cancer at Huntsman Cancer Institute at the University of Utah, discusses the latest advancements in HR+/HER2– breast cancer research, as well as the increasing role of genomic profiling in tailoring treatment plans.

Low-dose oral minoxidil has been agreed upon by an international expert panel as an effective treatment for various hair loss conditions, such as alopecia, with guidelines provided for safe and effective use.

Financial incentives provided to hospitals in Japan led to a significant increase in biosimilar oncology drug prescriptions.

Older non-Hispanic Black adults with early-stage breast cancer are less likely to receive timely treatment and guideline-concordant care, increasing their risk of death compared with non-Hispanic White women.

Health care apps like MyChart, mySugr, GoodRx, and Smoke Free can enhance patient care through accessibility, convenience, and engagement, but further discussion is warranted on the optimal use of these apps.

Kristen Whitney, DO, FAAD, dermatologist at Allegheny Health Network, explored the intricate management of alopecia areata, often in tandem with other autoimmune conditions while emphasizing the significance of innovative medications and diagnostic tools, such as dermoscopy, in enhancing patient outcomes.

Mabel Mardones, MD, Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers, discusses the future of HR+/HER2– breast cancer treatment, focusing on the importance of biomarkers and the potential of SERDs to improve patient outcomes.

Mei Wei, MD, an oncologist specializing in breast cancer at Huntsman Cancer Institute at the University of Utah, discusses new treatments for HR+/HER2- breast cancer and immunotherapy challenges, particularly regarding immune-related adverse events.

Kristen Whitney, DO, FAAD, dermatologist at Allegheny Health Network, highlighted recent breakthroughs in treating alopecia areata, focusing on the effectiveness of Janus kinase inhibitors and the ongoing challenges related to insurance coverage and patient access.

The COVID-19 pandemic required an evolution of traditional nursing practices, but the unpredictability led to increased stress, burnout, and job dissatisfaction.

Alopecia areata was more likely to develop in patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) who were taking anti–tumor necrosis factor (TNF) therapy at the onset of the condition.

Alopecia areata is more prevalent in Hispanic, Asian/Pacific Islander, and Black children than in non-Hispanic White children, with some Asian subgroups having a higher risk compared with those of Chinese ethnicity.

Biosimilar aflibercept (P041) demonstrated comparable safety and efficacy to the originator aflibercept (Eylea) in treating patients with retinal conditions like neovascular age-related macular degeneration (nAMD).

Alopecia areata and asthma are strongly linked, particularly through the inflammatory protein IL-33, suggesting a shared biological pathway and potential for targeted treatments like dupilumab.

Biosimilars offer significant cost-saving potential while expanding patient access, particularly in oncology and immunology.

The Medicaid budget survey for fiscal years 2024 and 2025 revealed state predictions are expecting a decline in Medicaid enrollment and an increase in spending next year due to the end of pandemic-era policies and federal funding.

Medicaid expansion is associated with improved care and increased survival rates for patients with certain breast cancers, but future studies should focus on whether Medicaid expansion mitigates the disparities between Black and non-White patients.

Mabel Mardones, MD, board-certified medical oncologist and hematologist who specializes in breast cancer at Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers, emphasizes the importance in identifying patients with HR-positive, HER2-negative (HR+/HER2–) breast cancer with unmet treatment needs.