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Regeneron tests COVID-19 antibody therapy in UK’s RECOVERY trial

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The two antibodies chosen by Regeneron bind to the receptor binding domain of the virus’s spike protein, which it uses to bind with and infect healthy cells. The trial involves many thousands of doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and research administrators at 176 hospitals across the whole of the UK.

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Vyjuvek Gets FDA Nod as First Topical Gene Therapy for Rare Skin Disease

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DEB patients are also at an increased risk of aggressive skin cancer.DEB usually presents at birth and is caused by one or more mutations in the COL7A1 gene, which encodes type VII collagen (COL7), an important protein that helps connect, strengthen and stabilize the outer and middle layers of the skin.

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AI’s infiltration of pharma: How COVID-19 accelerated change

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In January, Google DeepMind debuted AlphaFold, a deep-learning system that predicts the structure of several under-studied proteins, including those associated with COVID-19. These chatbots can nurse and triage patients. In the future we could see virtual nursing assistants become commonplace to support care.

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Do Walnuts Reduce Death Risk and Increase Life Expectancy?

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For this study, the researchers examined data on 67,000 women from the Nurses’ Health Study with an average age of 63.6 Walnuts contain a number of essential nutrients, including protein, fiber, and magnesium and have a decent amount of omega 3 fatty acids. They also reviewed data on 26,000 men with an average age of 63.3

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Tarpeyo (Budesonide) Is Transforming IgA Nephropathy Care with FDA’s Full Approval

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This accumulation triggers inflammation and damages kidney tissues, leading to the leakage of blood and protein into the urine. IgAN, a rare kidney disorder, is marked by the accumulation of IgA deposits within the kidneys.

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Research Roundup: Healthcare Workers Highest Risk for COVID-19 and More

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A study out of Rutgers University found that healthcare staffers, especially nurses, have a higher prevalence of COVID-19 than non-healthcare workers. Of the 40 healthcare workers who tested positive of the study group, 25 were nurses. Here’s a look at some of the more interesting ones. Healthcare Workers Most at Risk for COVID-19.

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Investigators Discover Unique Immune Cells in Patients with Checkpoint Inhibitor-Induced Arthritis

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Furthermore, RNA sequencing suggested that these cells may respond to the immune-related protein interferon, but more research is needed to confirm the significance. HSS was the first in New York State to receive Magnet Recognition for Excellence in Nursing Service from the American Nurses Credentialing Center four consecutive times.

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