Emphysema

AMGEN HIGHLIGHTS NEW COPD, ASTHMA AND VASCULITIS RESEARCH AT ATS 2024

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Mercoledì, Maggio 1, 2024

THOUSAND OAKS, Calif., May 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Amgen (NASDAQ:AMGN) today announced the presentation of new respiratory data at the American Thoracic Society (ATS) 2024 International Conference taking place May 12-22 in San Diego. Thirteen abstracts supporting two approved medicines and one investigational treatment will be presented.

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  • THOUSAND OAKS, Calif., May 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Amgen (NASDAQ:AMGN) today announced the presentation of new respiratory data at the American Thoracic Society (ATS) 2024 International Conference taking place May 12-22 in San Diego.
  • Thirteen abstracts supporting two approved medicines and one investigational treatment will be presented.
  • "Our efforts underscore Amgen's commitment to pioneering new treatments for respiratory diseases with currently limited treatment options."
  • Data from the COURSE trial will be presented within the Clinical Trials Symposium.

AstraZeneca unveils latest research across key respiratory and immune-mediated diseases at ATS 2024 showcasing strength of its broad pipeline and portfolio

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Mercoledì, Maggio 1, 2024

In addition, we are also collaborating with AstraZeneca on AMG104/AZD8630, an inhaled anti-TSLP compound currently in development for asthma.

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  • In addition, we are also collaborating with AstraZeneca on AMG104/AZD8630, an inhaled anti-TSLP compound currently in development for asthma.
  • Respiratory & Immunology, part of BioPharmaceuticals, is one of AstraZeneca’s main disease areas and is a key growth driver for the Company.
  • With common pathways and underlying disease drivers across respiratory and immunology, AstraZeneca is following the science from chronic lung diseases to immunology-driven disease areas.
  • AstraZeneca’s ambition in Respiratory & Immunology is to achieve disease modification and durable remission for millions of patients worldwide.

AMGEN TO PRESENT TEZSPIRE® PHASE 2A COPD DATA AT ATS 2024

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Martedì, Aprile 16, 2024

THOUSAND OAKS, Calif., April 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Amgen (NASDAQ:AMGN) today provided an update regarding the results of the Phase 2a COURSE trial for TEZSPIRE® (tezepelumab-ekko) in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), which were accepted for presentation in the Clinical Trials Symposium at The American Thoracic Society (ATS) 2024 International Conference on Monday, May 20, from 9:15-11:15 a.m. PDT. 

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  • Overall, tezepelumab numerically reduced the annualized rate of moderate or severe COPD exacerbations versus placebo by 17% (90% CI: −6, 36; p=0.1042).
  • Of note, more reductions were observed in a prespecified subgroup of patients with BEC ≥150 cells/μL (37% [95% CI: 7, 57]).
  • The trend in reduction was greater in a small number of subjects with BEC ≥300 cells/µL.
  • We look forward to presenting the full data set at the congress and based on these findings, we are actively planning for the Phase 3 development of tezepelumab in COPD.

New Campaign Highlights How Certain Jobs Can Increase a Person's Risk for Lung Disease

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Martedì, Aprile 9, 2024

CHICAGO, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) impacts 11.7 million people living in the U.S. While smoking is a significant risk factor for the disease, long-term exposure to dust, chemicals, fumes and vapors from the workplace may also lead to COPD. To help people identify workplace risk factors and encourage them to speak with their healthcare provider if they are experiencing symptoms, the American Lung Association is launching a campaign to raise awareness for occupational COPD. 

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  • While smoking is a significant risk factor for the disease, long-term exposure to dust, chemicals, fumes and vapors from the workplace may also lead to COPD.
  • COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema, is a long-term lung disease that makes it hard to breathe.
  • Many workplaces may expose workers to risk factors for COPD, but the leading job types that increase risk for chronic lung disease include agriculture, mining and manufacturing.
  • Early treatment of a chronic lung disease, including reducing the exposure, can help lead to better health outcomes.

Three Patients with Invasive Fusarium Infection in Matinas BioPharma’s Oral MAT2203 Compassionate/Expanded Use Access Program Achieve Complete Clinical Response

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Venerdì, Marzo 22, 2024

The successful MAT2203 treatment outcome in these patients therefore adds to our confidence for the upcoming ORALTO Phase 3 trial in patients suffering from invasive aspergillosis with limited treatment options.

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  • The successful MAT2203 treatment outcome in these patients therefore adds to our confidence for the upcoming ORALTO Phase 3 trial in patients suffering from invasive aspergillosis with limited treatment options.
  • She was transitioned to oral MAT2203 for two weeks, which led to clinical resolution of her fungal infection.
  • She began to show clinical improvement following two weeks of oral MAT2203 treatment and her skin wounds completely healed following six months of MAT2203 treatment.
  • “MAT2203 continues to demonstrate its potential to effectively treat invasive fungal infections and help patients achieve complete clinical resolution.

Advanced Infusion Care (AIC) Now Offers Takeda’s GLASSIA® [Alpha1-Proteinase Inhibitor (Human)] and ARALAST® NP [Alpha1-Proteinase Inhibitor (Human)]

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Lunedì, Marzo 18, 2024

The nationally accredited home infusion teams at AIC collaborate closely with physicians to provide specialized infusion services to patients in their home or at an infusion suite setting.

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  • The nationally accredited home infusion teams at AIC collaborate closely with physicians to provide specialized infusion services to patients in their home or at an infusion suite setting.
  • “We’re excited and proud to be able to add Takeda’s Alpha1 therapies to our growing portfolio of infusion therapies,” said Jud Hall, President at AIC.
  • ARALAST NP increases antigenic and functional (anti-neutrophil elastase capacity, ANEC) serum levels and antigenic lung epithelial lining fluid levels of Alpha1-PI.
  • AIC is dually accredited by URAC and the Accreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC), further setting it apart from other infusion services providers.

Global Respiratory Care Devices Market Report, 2023-2024 and 2030: Infrastructure Improvements Key to Growth, Innovations in AI to Transform the Market Landscape - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Lunedì, Marzo 11, 2024

The rising incidence of respiratory diseases, which includes chronic obstructive pulmonary ailment, allergies, and sleep apnea, drives demand for respiration care devices.

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  • The rising incidence of respiratory diseases, which includes chronic obstructive pulmonary ailment, allergies, and sleep apnea, drives demand for respiration care devices.
  • This drives the demand for respiratory care devices to maintain adequate respiration and ensure most advantageous respiratory characteristic.
  • As the number of humans identified with respiration illnesses will increase, the demand for respiratory care devices is predicted to grow.
  • The Global Respiratory care devices marketplace requires a dependable and efficient infrastructure for low-earning individuals or healthcare centers.

Korro Bio Highlights Data for its Lead Program in Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD) and Progress Across its RNA Editing Portfolio

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Giovedì, Gennaio 18, 2024

AATD can lead to severe progressive lung disease, including emphysema and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and severe liver disease leading to inflammation, cirrhosis, and fibrosis.

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  • AATD can lead to severe progressive lung disease, including emphysema and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and severe liver disease leading to inflammation, cirrhosis, and fibrosis.
  • Korro’s proprietary RNA editing platform, OPERA™, integrates a deep understanding of adenosine deaminase acting on RNA (ADAR) enzymology with expertise in oligonucleotide chemistry, machine learning optimization of oligonucleotides and fit-for-purpose delivery.
  • CHORDs™, or Customized High-fidelity Oligonucleotides for RNA Deamination, are single-stranded, anti-sense oligonucleotides designed to have high target efficiency and specificity by leveraging the pillars of OPERA.
  • The replay is available for 30 days following the January 9, 2024 conclusion of the presentation.

Study Estimates a 23% Increase in COPD by 2050, Representing 600 Million Patients Globally

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Giovedì, Dicembre 7, 2023

According to the World Health Organization , COPD is the third deadliest disease in the world.

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  • According to the World Health Organization , COPD is the third deadliest disease in the world.
  • Today, there are an estimated 480 million people who suffer from COPD.
  • This study in JAMA Network Open projects the increased regional and global burden of COPD by 2050 through an analysis of historical COPD prevalence and data on COPD risk factors such as tobacco smoking, outdoor air pollution, and household air pollution.
  • “The disproportionate growth of COPD among women is a critical finding as COPD has not always been as prevalent in women.

Grifols Completes Cohort 1 in Clinical Study of Alpha-1 15%, Evaluating First-in-Human Subcutaneous Dosing Option for Patients with Alpha1-Antitrypsin Deficiency

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Mercoledì, Novembre 15, 2023

Augmentation therapy with IV AAT is the standard medical treatment option for patients with severe AAT deficiency and emphysema.

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  • Augmentation therapy with IV AAT is the standard medical treatment option for patients with severe AAT deficiency and emphysema.
  • If proven successful in clinical trials, a SC option could provide alpha-1 patients the ability to independently administer AAT therapy from home, allowing for greater convenience and flexibility.
  • We are thrilled that Grifols has completed Cohort 1 in clinical study of Alpha-1 15% and moving forward into Cohort 2.
  • This study evaluating first-in-human subcutaneous dosing option for Alpha-1 patients could provide a new option that could easily be administered from their own homes,” said Scott Santarella, Alpha-1 Foundation President and CEO.