December 19, 2024

Mesenchymal Cell Therapy Approved for Steroid-Refractory Acute GVHD

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently approved remestemcel-L-rknd (Ryoncil), an allogeneic bone marrow–derived mesenchymal stromal cell therapy for steroid-refractory acute graft-vs-hos...

The ASCO Post

December 18, 2024

Does Anger at Health Care Drive Change?

In-depth exploration of public anger towards the American health care system throughout history, potential for change, and Hollywood's portrayal of health insurance-related events.

KFF Health News

December 18, 2024

FDA Approves Mesoblast's Therapy for GVHD

FDA approves Mesoblast's cell therapy for treating graft-versus-host disease after stem cell or bone marrow transplants.

Reuters

December 17, 2024

Trump's Health Picks Clash on Vaccines, Policy

The selection of individuals for federal health agencies under President-elect Donald Trump presents conflicting views on matters such as abortion limits, vaccine safety, covid-19 responses, and the use of weight-loss medications.

KFF Health News

December 17, 2024

Pfizer: No Major Vaccine Shifts in 2025

Pfizer's CEO addressed the impact of potential vaccine policy changes and the nomination of a vaccine skeptic to run the Department of Health and Human Services, highlighting the company's commitment to advancing the right policies and overcoming challenges in the pharmaceutical market.

Reuters

December 16, 2024

Health Advocates Fight RFK Jr. Nomination

Health advocates campaign against Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s nomination, citing concerns about his anti-vaccine activism and policies, which have led to opposition from various organizations.

Reuters

December 16, 2024

New Drug Cuts Steroid Need in CAH

The FDA has approved crinecerfont (Crenessity) to manage androgen levels in classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia in individuals aged 4 or older. Find out more at FDA.

Conexiant

December 12, 2024

Trump, RFK Jr. Eye Vaccine Policies

Trump plans to discuss vaccine programs with RFK Jr., citing potential risks and the autism rate as key concerns.

Reuters

December 10, 2024

USPSTF Issues Draft Cervical Cancer Guidelines

For the first time, the Task Force has endorsed self-collected HPV testing.

Conexiant