Medical News Podcast

Drs. Holloway and Dietrich discuss the biological and clinical significance of HER2+ receptors in these diverse malignancies, collectively referred to as pan-tumors, as well as the implications of HER2 that are crucial for advancing approaches to diagnosis, treatment, and patient care across various cancer types.

Dupilimab received FDA approval as the first biologic treatment for adults with uncontrolled COPD, reducing exacerbations significantly in clinical trials. A study in JAMA Internal Medicine demonstrated that improper arm positioning during blood pressure measurements can lead to overestimated readings, potentially causing misdiagnosis. Another study in Atherosclerosis, Thrombosis, and Vascular Bio...

Dr. Daniel Daneshvar discusses the long-term consequences of traumatic brain injuries (TBI), particularly focusing on athletes and military veterans. Brain injuries like concussions often go unreported, and the cumulative impact of multiple hits, even non-concussive ones, can lead to neurodegenerative diseases such as Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE). We discuss preventive measures, such as...

In a cross-sectional analysis from the CONSTANCES cohort study, hearing loss in middle-aged French adults was linked to increased odds of cognitive impairment. Although hearing aid use did not significantly lower the odds of cognitive decline overall, it did show benefits for those with depression. The World Health Organization recommends vaccinating pregnant women in their third trimester to prot...

Dr. Wright discusses key studies regarding medical outcomes in cardiac arrest, surgical patient care, and advanced lung cancer treatment. A GEMMA Network Open study highlights that anterior-posterior defibrillator pad placement improves return to spontaneous circulation in out-of-hospital cardiac arrests compared to anterior-lateral placement, although it did not affect survival rates to hospital...

Drs. Cooper and Ailani conclude their discussion from the 2024 AAN annual meeting in Denver, Colorado. In this final episode, they share their thoughts on results of research into vaporized cannabis for acute migraine, as well as a headache and suicide study from Denmark.

Drs. Cooper and Ailani continue their discussion from the 2024 AAN annual meeting in Denver, Colorado. In this second episode, they cover the results of the OVERCOME and TANDEM trials; understanding patients’ journeys prior to initiating CGRP inhibitors; and the prevalence and characteristics of menstrual migraines.

Join Wade Cooper, DO and Jessica Ailani, MD as they share highlights from the 2024 American Academy of Neurology (AAN) annual meeting in Denver, Colorado. In this first episode of a three‑part series, they discuss acute medication overuse in people with migraine, strategies to help patients to avoid overuse, and layering migraine therapies, among other topics.

Eric J. Eross, DO and Amaal J. Starling, MD, FAHS, FAAN discuss preventive strategies in migraine management, especially for individuals experiencing frequent and severe episodes that impair their functionality or quality of life. They also explore when to consider prevention (rather than just treatment) of acute episodes and preventive strategies.

The latest FDA approval of FluMist, a nasal spray influenza vaccine that can now be self-administered or given by caregivers for individuals aged 2 to 49 years. A systematic review found that while skeletal muscle relaxants (SMRs) like baclofen and cyclobenzaprine offer short-term relief for certain pain conditions, their long-term effectiveness remains questionable. Another study evaluated 24-hou...

Amaal J. Starling, MD, FAHS, FAAN and Eric J. Eross, DO explore the validity and recognition of sinus headache as a distinct condition among healthcare professionals. They review the complex relationship between sinus issues and migraines and discuss the implications for treatment and the importance of accurate diagnosis in providing effective relief for affected patients.

Drs. Merle L. Diamond and Susan Hutchinson discuss the risks and benefits of migraine treatments for patients considering pregnancy, reviewing the evidence and specific recommendations.

Drs. Susan Hutchinson and Merle L. Diamond discuss general considerations for patients with migraine who choose to breastfeed, including the impact of breastfeeding on migraine, postpartum migraine recurrence, and the safety of migraine treatments while breastfeeding.

Our first story highlights Odin Medical’s FDA clearance for a cloud-based AI tool for detecting colorectal polyps during colonoscopies. The second story addresses updated estimates of atrial fibrillation (AF) prevalence in the U.S., revealing a significant increase in diagnosed cases, especially among younger, hypertensive, and diabetic patients. Finally, we explore new data on the the efficacy of...

Learn about the mpox outbreak in Africa, how upper gastrointestinal mucosal damage may increase the risk of Parkinson's disease, and the public health consequences of increased pesticide use.

Learn about a study in NEJM which found no significant benefits from discontinuing beta-blocker therapy in MI patients, gut microbiota's potential influence on hematologic cancers and, data from ESC Congress 2024 suggesting that catching up on sleep during weekends may reduce heart disease risk by up to 20%.

Does long COVID present differently in children and adolescents? Find out about this and more in today's PeerDirect Medical News Podcast.

Can artificial intelligence restore speech in patients with ALS? Find out about this and more in today's PeerDirect Medical News Podcast.

Dr. Wohl rejoins the podcast to discuss the newly released data about the twice-yearly injections of lenacapavir for PrEP in uninfected cis-gender women, the search for a HIV vaccine, disparities in diagnosis and treatment of HIV and the latest round of COVID vaccines.

Drs. Lake D. Morrison and Joseph G. Mammarappallil conclude their discussion of ILAs as key precursors to ILDs, reviewing a patient case and addressing considerations when ordering imaging studies, focusing on HRCT scans, their optimal cut widths, views, and more, to help identify and differentiate ILAs from other lung abnormalities.

Drs. Lake D. Morrison and Joseph G. Mammarappallil discuss ILAs as key precursors to ILDs, including defining what ILAs are, their identification by imaging specialists, as well as the clinical implications of ILAs for HCPs caring for these patients.

Drs. Tanzira Zaman and Elizabeth Volkmann conclude their discussion of ILDs for the non‑pulmonologist, delving into the management of ILDs and how that can significantly improve patient outcomes, especially for those with autoimmune disease.

Drs. Tanzira Zaman and Elizabeth Volkmann discuss ILDs for the non‑pulmonologist and cover the overlap between pulmonology and rheumatology and why it is crucial for non‑pulmonologists to understand ILDs. They also discuss why early recognition and management of ILDs can significantly improve patient outcomes, especially for those with autoimmune disease.

Can a nasal spray treat anaphylaxis? Find out about this and more in today's PeerDirect Medical News Podcast.

In part two of this discussion, Corinne Young, MSN, FNP‑C, FCCP, and Jessica Glennie, CNP, talk about the role of advanced practice providers in rural areas and how their role may differ from larger medical centers.