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Advancing Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Research in the Asia-Pacific Region

2 months ago | ajmc.com | Pearl Steinzor |Sarah Anderson

The genetic diversity in the Asia-Pacific region is crucial for personalized treatment approaches and the development of novel biomarkers, addressing the urgent clinical need for innovative treatments in regions with limited access to standard care for patients with triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC), says Sarah Anderson, oncology strategy lead director, Novotech. This transcript has been lightly edited for clarity; captioning was auto generated.
The Current State of Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Trials

2 months ago | ajmc.com | Pearl Steinzor |Sarah Anderson

The growing prevalence in the Asia-Pacific region of triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) signifies a shift toward a more inclusive and globally balanced research landscape, says Sarah Anderson, oncology strategy lead director, Novotech. This transcript has been lightly edited for clarity; captioning was auto generated. Transcript What accounts for the growing prominence of the Asia-Pacific region in TNBC clinical trials, and how might this shift influence global research priorities?
The Global Fight Against Cervical Cancer – Bridging the Gap in Prevention and Treatment - Onco'Zine

Dec 30, 2024 | oncozine.com | Sarah Anderson

Cervical cancer remains one of the most preventable yet devastating diseases affecting women worldwide. Despite remarkable advances in prevention and treatment, the global burden of cervical cancer continues to highlight stark disparities in healthcare access, education, and resources. As we approach 2050, projections suggest a 40% increase in cervical cancer cases globally, underscoring the urgent need for coordinated, data-driven interventions.
Key Takeaways for MS Providers Regarding Major Medicare Changes Expected in 2025

Oct 11, 2024 | neurologylive.com | Sarah Anderson |Isabella Ciccone

CommentaryArticleOctober 11, 2024Author(s):Fact checked by:Sarah Anderson, PharmD, NBC-HWC, senior director of clinical resources and programming at National MS Society, talked about the significant updates under the Inflation Reduction Act to come in 2025 for patients with multiple sclerosis. The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), signed into law in August 2022, introduced pivotal reforms aimed at addressing high prescription drug costs, particularly for Medicare beneficiaries.
Medicare Part D 2025 Key Changes and Payment Plan for Multiple Sclerosis: Sarah Anderson, PharmD, NBC-HWC

Oct 10, 2024 | neurologylive.com | Sarah Anderson |Isabella Ciccone

WATCH TIME: 9 minutes"Beginning January 1, 2025, the Inflation Reduction Act caps annual out-of-pocket costs for Part D beneficiaries at $2,000, providing much-needed relief for many living with chronic conditions like MS."The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), signed into law in August 2022, aimed to address various healthcare concerns, specifically high prescription drug prices.
10 Post-Flight Recovery Tips

Sep 19, 2024 | grownups.co.nz | Sarah Anderson

Flying takes its toll on the body, but there are steps you can take to recover quickly. The cabin environment affects your body, disrupting hormones, digestion, and circulation which weakens your immune system and leaves you feeling bloated, tired and run-down. Try the following 10 tips when you next fly to help speed up your recovery. Order a special dietary meal with your airline– Research what your airline offers, which may include low salt options.
Fighting frostbite with antifreeze

Mar 7, 2024 | drugdiscoverynews.com | Sarah Anderson

Munia Ganguli, a biochemist at the Institute of Genomics and Integrative Biology, has dedicated her career to developing methods for delivering genes and other drugs to various organs. While presenting her research on skin delivery platforms at a meeting, a fellow scientist asked if she had considered applications in preventing damage to the skin from freezing temperatures. “We had no idea about frostbite at that point or cold-induced injuries,” Ganguli said.
New tools for detecting kidney transplant rejection

Feb 22, 2024 | drugdiscoverynews.com | Sarah Anderson

For those requiring a new kidney, receiving a transplant marks the end of a stressful period of securing a donor organ. However, it also signals the beginning of another nerve-racking chapter of facing the potential for organ rejection. Lorenzo Gallon, a nephrologist at Northwestern Medicine, has seen his patients grapple with this complex emotional toll. “They feel that they are receiving a precious organ; they’re lucky to have received it,” Gallon said.
A recipe for remyelination

Jan 16, 2024 | drugdiscoverynews.com | Sarah Anderson

When Christina Applegate fulfilled her lifelong dream of earning a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, she sat barefoot in a chair, bedazzled cane in hand, as her plaque was unveiled. The actress was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) in the summer of 2021, shutting down production of her hit Netflix series “Dead to Me.” “There was the sense of, ‘Well, let’s get her some medicine so she can get better,'” Applegate told The New York Times.
Making cancer treatment easier to swallow

Jan 11, 2024 | drugdiscoverynews.com | Sarah Anderson

For the past 17 years, Ed Steger, president of the National Foundation of Swallowing Disorders, has battled an invisible disorder. He appears healthy, leading to instances where people absentmindedly ask him to meet for lunch. “I may meet them, but lunch is not something I can do,” Steger said. When he does gather with friends and family at a restaurant, his unseen condition still stands in the way.