3-D-printed prosthetic implants could improve treatment for hearing loss
Using CT scans and 3-D printing researchers have created accurate, custom-designed prosthetic replacements for damaged parts of the middle ear...
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Scientists identify bacterial link with oesophageal cancer
Researchers at NYU Langone Health's Perlmutter Cancer Center report that at least three kinds of bacteria in the mouths of Americans may directly affect their risk of developing oesophageal cancer.
Scientists find genetic link between immune system and lymphoma
People who inherit genetic changes that alter the function of their immune system are at increased risk of developing Hodgkin lymphoma, according to new study by Institute of Cancer Research.
EMA accepts regulatory submission for Tagrisso in 1st-line EGFR-mutated NSCLC
The EMA has accepted a variation to the MAAv for Tagrisso, for the 1st-line treatment of adult patients with locally advanced or metastatic non-small cell lung cancer...
Simple blood test may predict MRI disease activity in MS
A blood test to monitor a nerve protein in the blood of people with multiple sclerosis may help predict whether disease activity is flaring up...
PAC-1-temozolomide combination shows promise for anaplastic astrocytoma
A drug that spurs cancer cells to self-destruct has been cleared for use in a clinical trial of patients with anaplastic astrocytoma...
Report highlights pharma’s key role in Scotland’s economy
Following new Fraser of Allander Institute analysis, the new Director of ABPI Scotland has called upon the Scottish Government to continue to support and prioritise strategic investments in Scotland’s research, development and manufacturing capabilities...
GPS-enabled nanoparticles seek and destroy cancer stem cells
Researchers have developed tiny drug-laden nanoparticles that can seek and destroy cancer stem cells...
Lung function of COPD patients improved with Ultibro Breezhaler
Novartis has announced positive results from the FLASH study examining the safety and efficacy of directly switching COPD patients from Seretide to Ultibro Breezhaler...
Pembrolizumab shows hope for cancerous gestational trophoblastic disease
An immunotherapy drug can be used to cure a rare type of cancer arising from pregnancy when existing treatments have failed...
Virus-like particle vaccine protects against RSV vaccine-enhanced respiratory disease
Researchers have discovered that a virus-like particle vaccine can prime the body's immune response and prevent the severe respiratory diseases...
Antimalarial drugs could support existing cancer treatments
Chloroquine and hydroxychloroquine could make cancer treatments more effective...
Glatiramer acetate found to fight multi-resistant bacteria
Glatiramer acetate, a drug used to treat multiple sclerosis, has been found to have an effect on drug-resistant bacteria...
Budget 2017: Reaction from the UK’s pharmaceutical industry
The Chief Executive of the Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry (ABPI), Mike Thompson responds to the UK’s Budget announcement...
EC extends license for Zytiga to treat early stage prostate cancer
The EC has granted approval to broaden the existing marketing authorisation for Zytiga to include early stage metastatic prostate cancer...
