Dr. Bernadette Hee, MD, a pulmonary/critical care medicine physician shares her experience working through COVID and how she found an outlet from the stress in writing which turned into a published sci-fi romance: “Kairn, Mates of the Alliance.” She shares tips and coping mechanisms for medical professionals.m
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Exscientia plc – First Human Clinical Trial of AI-Designed Therapy for Renal Cell Carcinoma and Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Dr. Mike Krams, Chief Quantitative Medicine Officer at Exscientia plc discusses the first clinical trial application (CTA) approval in Europe for IGNITE-AI, a Phase 1/2 trial studying EXS-21546 (‘546) – an A2A receptor antagonist in combination with anti-PD-1 therapy – in patients with immunotherapy relapsed or refractory renal cell carcinoma (RCC) and non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). He talks about how this trial will further translate the scientific potential for A2A receptor antagonists into clinical results.
New Physician Survey Highlights Potential Increase in Lupus Disease Progression & Organ Damage During COVID-19 Pandemic
Dr. Roger A. Levy, GSK Global Medical Expert, Immunology & Specialty Medicine discusses the results from a global survey of rheumatologists, nephrologists and internal medicine specialists, which showed that the COVID-19 pandemic and other factors prevented some people living with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) from getting optimal care in the past two years, increasing their risk for organ damage.
Stories From Real Women Living with Metastatic Breast Cancer
Breast cancer is the most common cancer worldwide. Metastatic breast cancer or mBC, also known as stage 4, cannot be cured and therefore brings a different experience than earlier stage cancer. Many people living with mBC often feel overlooked or even ignored.
SFA Therapeutics – Developing Treatment for Inflammatory-Mediated Diseases
Dr. Ira Spector, PhD, co-founder and CEO of SFA Therapeutics, discusses the company’s development of a novel platform to treat chronic, inflammation-mediated diseases that utilize metabolites formed in the microbiome. The company’s lead candidate SFA-002 was investigated in a six-patient Phase 1a study for psoriasis and showed very positive results – safe, strong efficacy, and durable response (one patient has gone 2+ years without treatment since completing the trial). The company is currently investigating SFA002 in a larger, 30-patient Phase 1b study that should complete enrollment by the end of the year.
The Incyte Ingenuity Awards in GVHD $35,000 Recipient – Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta
Graft-versus-host disease, also known as GVHD, is a life-threatening condition that can occur after an allogeneic stem cell transplant, or the transfer of stem cells from a donor, where the donated cells initiate an immune response and attack the transplant recipient’s organs, leading to significant morbidity and mortality. To help support those living with GVHD, Incyte created the Incyte Ingenuity Awards in GVHD, which aims to support the GVHD community in the U.S. by funding two novel initiatives that address challenges faced by people impacted by GVHD, including patients, caregivers, and healthcare providers.
How Pharmacists Are Changing the Future of HIV Care
Returning guest, Brad McElya, PharmD, Walgreens Director of Specialty Health Solutions discusses how pharmacists are uniquely positioned to provide holistic care to people living with HIV who may also have other health issues. He talks about managing the needs of an aging population that is living with HIV and the importance of cultural competency among people working with those living with HIV.
Taking Care of the Household This Winter
Dr. Jessica Shepherd, MD, discusses the increases in influenza activity and how the annual flu vaccine is the best way to protect against the flu. She opens up about what she’s seeing in her practice, shares tips and tricks on how to stay healthy, and some of her medicine cabinet must-haves – including, Theraflu Flu Relief Max Strength, Theraflu’s newest OTC cold and flu product.
The Effect Psychological Factors Can Have on Gut Health
Dr. Katherine Tomasino, PhD, co-director of the Behavioral Medicine for Digestive Health Program at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago discusses the importance of identifying the causes of problems with gut health, treatment options, and tips to help treat the condition. For more information visit www.nm.org/radio
This Lung Disease is Actually the 4th Leading Cause of Death in the U.S.
Dr. MeiLan Han, MD, MS, Professor of Medicine and Chief of the Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care at the University of Michigan discusses chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), the importance of correctly identifying COPD risk, symptoms and exacerbations, knowing what to ask your doctor to make for a productive conversation and prioritizing treatment. She is joined by Tracy, a patient living with COPD who shares her journey and what she wished she knew before her COPD diagnosis. They talk about why websites like ListentoYourLungs.com and SpeakUpforCOPD.com can help patients prevent and manage flare-ups and the MY COPD Action Plan Dr. Han developed in partnership with the COPD Foundation to improve patient/physician communication.