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Frontline Nivolumab Combination Improves Outcomes in ES-SCLC

August 2025

The addition of nivolumab to platinum-etoposide chemotherapy improved both progression-free and overall survival in patients with extensive-stage small cell lung cancer (ES-SCLC), according to results from the randomized Phase II ECOG-ACRIN EA5161 trial.

1 in 20 Adults Hospitalized After RSV Diagnosis

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a significant health concern for adults, contributing to thousands of hospitalizations annually.

Washington Facing Dramatic Whooping Cough Spike

The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) is reporting a dramatic increase in pertussis (whooping cough) cases, underscoring the importance of vaccination, particularly for young children and infants.

New Data on RSV Burden in U.S. Adults 75+

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) has caused severe illness in adults, especially among those aged 75 and older, but the burden of RSV-associated hospitalizations before vaccines were introduced is unclear.

Clinical Implications of Metformin on COPD

Metformin, commonly prescribed for diabetes, may reduce the risks of exacerbation and hospitalization in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

Annual DXA Screening “Essential” After Lung Transplant

A newly published study recommends annual DXA screenings for patients in the first 2 years after lung transplants to monitor bone mineral density (BMD) changes.

How Does Asthma Alter Children’s Memory Development?

Children with asthma, particularly those with an early onset, may experience slower memory development and face challenges in cognitive functions.

New Algorithm Enhances Precision in Long COVID Cohorts

Researchers have developed a precision phenotyping algorithm that significantly advances the identification of long COVID, or post-acute sequelae of COVID-19 (PASC), in patient records.

FDA Proposes OTC Ban for Oral Phenylephrine

The FDA has announced it is proposing removing oral phenylephrine from the list of over-the-counter (OTC) nasal decongestant ingredients due to extensive evidence questioning its effectiveness.

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