Clinical Trials
New asthma treatment shows promise in clinical trial
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Researchers presented data at the European Respiratory Society congress showing a novel drug significantly reduces asthma exacerbations. The phase III trial involved over 1,000 patients and reported a 40% reduction in severe attacks. Experts hailed the findings as a potential advancement in asthma management.
FDA issues final rule on clinical trials diversity
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has finalized a rule requiring drug sponsors to submit diversity action plans for clinical trials. This aims to ensure better representation of underrepresented groups in medical research. The rule takes effect in 2025.
India Approves Autoimmune Drug Trial
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India's CDSCO has approved a new trial for an autoimmune drug by Mankind Pharma, following successful multicentric trials for other medical devices. This development addresses rising needs for treatments amid increasing lifestyle disease deaths. The trial focuses on broad therapeutic applications for autoimmune conditions.
Drug combo cuts prostate cancer death risk by over 40 percent
A combination of enzalutamide and hormone therapy has reduced the risk of death by more than 40% in men with recurring prostate cancer, according to a major clinical trial. The study, involving over 1,000 patients worldwide, was led by researchers at Cedars-Sinai and presented at a medical congress in Berlin. Experts describe the findings as a game changer for treating aggressive cases.