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PRMA Plastic Surgery Celebrates the Completion of Their 11,500th Free Flap Breast Reconstruction

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Wednesday, July 26, 2023

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SAN ANTONIO, July 26, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- On July 17, 2023, PRMA Plastic Surgery marks this significant achievement, while also reflecting on the lives of countless women who have been positively impacted by their groundbreaking work. Through their commitment to excellence and unwavering support for breast cancer survivors, PRMA has become synonymous with hope and restoration.

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PRMA Plastic Surgery, a leading plastic surgery practice specializing in advanced breast reconstruction techniques, is proud to announce the completion of their 11,500th free flap breast reconstruction procedure.
Free flap breast reconstruction is a highly advanced surgical technique that uses a patient's own tissue, typically from the abdomen, to create a natural-looking and feeling breast mound.
Since its inception, PRMA Plastic Surgery has been at the forefront of reconstructive breast surgery, revolutionizing the field and continually pushing the boundaries of what is possible.
"We are thrilled to have reached this incredible milestone of 11,500 free flap breast reconstructions," said Dr. Steven Pisano, co-founder of PRMA Plastic Surgery.

Novocure Announces Favorable Independent Data Monitoring Committee Recommendation to Continue Phase 3 PANOVA-3 Clinical Trial of Tumor Treating Fields Therapy in Pancreatic Cancer

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Friday, July 21, 2023

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Novocure (NASDAQ: NVCR) today announced the results of a pre-specified interim analysis for the phase 3 PANOVA-3 clinical trial evaluating the safety and efficacy of Tumor Treating Fields (TTFields) therapy together with nab-paclitaxel and gemcitabine for the treatment of patients with unresectable, locally advanced pancreatic cancer.

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Novocure (NASDAQ: NVCR) today announced the results of a pre-specified interim analysis for the phase 3 PANOVA-3 clinical trial evaluating the safety and efficacy of Tumor Treating Fields (TTFields) therapy together with nab-paclitaxel and gemcitabine for the treatment of patients with unresectable, locally advanced pancreatic cancer.
An independent data monitoring committee (DMC) reviewed the safety and efficacy data for all patients in the fully enrolled clinical trial.
The interim analysis resulted in a DMC recommendation that the clinical trial proceed to final analysis.
We look forward to reviewing the PANOVA-3 data in 2024 and potentially extending the lives of patients diagnosed with deadly locally advanced pancreatic cancer by treating with our novel therapy, Tumor Treating Fields.”

Data Reinforcing Efficacy and Safety of Gadopiclenol in Contrast-Enhanced MRI of Certain Body Regions Published in Radiology

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Wednesday, July 19, 2023

MONROE TOWNSHIP, N.J., July 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bracco Imaging, an innovative world leader delivering end-to-end products and solutions through a comprehensive portfolio inclusive of precision diagnostic imaging modalities, announced today the publication of the PROMISE trial in Radiology.i

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Bracco has launched gadopiclenol as VUEWAY® (gadopiclenol) solution for injection and VUEWAY® (gadopiclenol) Pharmacy Bulk Package, following the 2022 approval of gadopiclenol by the United States Food and Drug Administration (U.S.
Despite being administered at half the dose of gadobutrol, gadopiclenol provided a comparable degree of contrast enhancement and quality of morphologic assessment of lesions.
Bracco has launched gadopiclenol in the U.S. market as VUEWAY (gadopiclenol) injection and VUEWAY (gadopiclenol) Pharmacy Bulk Package, with a series of hospitals leading first clinical usage.
Off-site blinded readers with expertise in the respective body regions rated border delineation, internal morphology, and visual contrast enhancement.

Grifols Completes Enrollment in Phase 3 Study of Long-term Albutein® (albumin-human injection) Therapy for Patients with Decompensated Cirrhosis

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Tuesday, July 18, 2023

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Ascites is a buildup of fluid in the abdomen and signals that a patient’s risk for poor outcomes, including death, have significantly increased.

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Ascites is a buildup of fluid in the abdomen and signals that a patient’s risk for poor outcomes, including death, have significantly increased.
Treatment with albumin has the potential to reduce the high one-year mortality rates observed in decompensated cirrhosis.
Over 400 patients with decompensated cirrhosis with ascites are participating in this multi-center, randomized (1:1), controlled, parallel-group, open-label study in 69 sites across North America and Europe.
It will evaluate the efficacy and safety of long-term Albutein® administration (dosed every 10 ± 2 days for up to 12 months) plus standard medical treatment.

'What does journey even mean?': Emily Perkins interrogates our obsession with wellbeing

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Sunday, July 16, 2023

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The protagonist of Emily Perkins’ Lioness, she is instantly recognisable – and her story will engage readers who like to soak up a good psychological drama.

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The protagonist of Emily Perkins’ Lioness, she is instantly recognisable – and her story will engage readers who like to soak up a good psychological drama.
It’s the sort of store that promotes “rituals involving candles and incense […] affirmations, cleanses, arranging your desk, changing the cushion covers”.
Review: Lioness – Emily Perkins (Bloomsbury) From humble origins, she’s risen to a point where she and financier husband, property developer Trevor, have eyes on a central Sydney location.
She toasts her gratitude to Trevor at a Christmas party – to which many of their friends do not show.
And indulged, entitled Heathcote, “with his studied loucheness, as if the family money was acceptable as long as he wasted it”.

Flaccid sex and a bohemian siren

I am a little dubious about novels that open with a sex scene, flaccid as it is – but soon realised its flaccidity is the point.
Trevor is in his seventies and hides his Viagra; Therese is in her fifties and energetically manages her homewares empire.
There is something of the unreliable narrator in Therese’s naivety, which at first seems implausible.
But Claire, who lives in a downstairs apartment in their block (and tells Therese on the first day they meet of her fantasy sex dream with Trevor) offers a window into a more liberated, more bohemian, more alluring world.
While Trevor and Therese talk domestic logistics, each glued to their screens, Claire is a “conversational minefield” who is like a siren to Therese.
Therese knows only that Claire used to work on film sets, then in fundraising, and recently lost her job.

Becoming a lioness

Therese’s transition from “catalogue model blandness” to, well, a lioness, is the real page-turner.
When she speaks or even thinks honestly, from the heart, it feels like relief – for the reader as much as for Therese.
There is a lioness tattoo on the abdomen of the mother of Therese’s personal assistant, whose manifesto could be Therese’s:
I don’t care now what I say.
She writes fiercely, lets the dialogue speak for itself and sprinkles the darkness with moments of biting, laugh-out-loud humour.
Lioness may be a queasy read – but it’s an intoxicating one.

Eyas™ Medical Imaging Brings State-of-the-Art MRI to NICUs, Revolutionizing Access for Fragile Newborns

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Wednesday, July 12, 2023

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View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230712453899/en/
Eyas Medical Imaging installed first for research use only Ascent(3T) Neonatal MRI System within the neonatal intensive care unit at Cincinnati Children’s.
The Ascent3T utilizes a 3 Tesla (3T) magnet, providing a magnetic field strength previously unavailable in neonatal MRI systems.
The Ascent3T solves a huge access problem by allowing direct installation within the neonatal unit, eliminating the risk of transporting fragile newborns to alternate MRI locations within the hospital.
He expressed his excitement, stating, "The Ascent3T brings an unprecedented level of MR imaging and access to our smallest patients.

Pittsburgh Plastic Surgeon Dr. Jeffrey Antimarino Offers Cutting Edge Treatments to Meet Diverse Patient Needs

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Thursday, June 29, 2023

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PITTSBURGH, June 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Known for his exceptional surgical skills and commitment to patient care, Dr. Jeffrey Antimarino, MD, of Bellissimo Plastic Surgery, has established himself as a trusted expert in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery. Widely recognized for his precision, artistry, and compassionate approach, he consistently delivers outstanding results that enhance his patients' natural beauty and boost their self-confidence.

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Located in Pittsburgh, Dr. Antimarino's practice offers a range of cutting-edge technologies and procedures to meet the diverse needs of his patients.
As a respected expert in the field of plastic surgery, Dr. Antimarino continues to prioritize patient safety, comfort, and satisfaction.
"My mission has always been to provide the highest quality care and deliver exceptional outcomes," expressed Dr. Antimarino.
For more information about Dr. Jeffrey Antimarino and his practice, please visit bellissimoplasticsurgery.com.

Why six-pack abs are so hard to achieve – and maintain

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Wednesday, June 28, 2023

André even equated the experience of trying to achieve a six-pack with being like a full-time job in and of itself.

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André even equated the experience of trying to achieve a six-pack with being like a full-time job in and of itself.
It requires sustained hard work and a strict diet – and may also come at the cost of good health.

Getting ripped

Muscle protein synthesis is also increased when you eat a meal containing protein.
But if you do some weight training beforehand, the increases will be larger and last longer compared with if you hadn’t done any exercise.
If you weight train and eat at least 20 grams of protein per meal, this maximises muscle protein synthesis.
And, even if you do build a six-pack, maintaining it requires just as much continued hard work and dedication.
This is because we start to lose muscle gains only a few weeks after we stop training our muscles.

Potential downsides

There may also be some potential downsides to trying to achieve six-pack abs – especially if you’re trying to obtain these changes rapidly.
Low energy availability may also make resistance training less effective – meaning it will take longer to build muscle.

Exercise for health

If this still seems like too much, the good news is even just an hour of exercise a week is beneficial.
Exercise is only beneficial for your health if you actually stick to it.

Small pickups fall short when it comes to rear-seat safety

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Wednesday, June 28, 2023

ARLINGTON, Va., June 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Most small pickups fall short when it comes to protecting passengers seated in the rear, the latest crash test ratings from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety show.

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ARLINGTON, Va., June 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Most small pickups fall short when it comes to protecting passengers seated in the rear, the latest crash test ratings from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety show.
“Our updated moderate overlap front crash test proved to be challenging for small pickups,” said IIHS President David Harkey.
All these things tell us that the rear seat belts need improvement.”
None of the five small crew cab pickups IIHS tested earns a good rating.
The Ford Ranger earns a marginal rating, and the Chevrolet Colorado, Jeep Gladiator and Toyota Tacoma are all rated poor.

Migrants often can't access US health care until they are critically ill – here are some of the barriers they face

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Friday, June 23, 2023

“Can you tell me about cancer care for the undocumented?” I asked Henry during an interview.

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“Can you tell me about cancer care for the undocumented?” I asked Henry during an interview.
He was a doctor who volunteered his time at a community-based clinic designed exclusively for low-income undocumented migrants.
That’s what happens.” As a medical sociologist and expert in health care disparities between noncitizens and citizens, my research explores the many ways that health care and immigration collide.
Though some states are working to challenge this, undocumented migrants remain one of the largest uninsured populations in the country.
For low-income undocumented migrants, navigating the U.S. health care system involves a number of risks, challenges and consequences that often make them sicker.

Chilling effects: Self-denied care

Fearing that health practitioners will out them for their legal status, many migrants decide to forego seeking care altogether.
According to the National Immigration Law Center, most health care providers are not obligated to ask about their patients’ legal status.
Legally, the institutions of health care and immigration are supposed to operate separately, but this could change.
Though migrants will have the option to “decline to answer,” questions about legal status will likely be enough to deter many from seeking care.

Why IDs matter: Waiting for care

Rodney’s case was one of many that emerged in my study about how low-income undocumented migrants navigate today’s health care system.
When undocumented migrants cannot provide an ID, they are often denied care and begin a trajectory of exacerbated suffering.
For some, this means having their long-term care needs relegated to private, medically unaccredited personal care homes.
Under the current system, emergency care becomes possible for low-income undocumented migrants without an ID only after their bodies fail.
And now, I’m waiting to die.” Health practitioners vow to “do no harm,” but when it comes to immigrant health care, the system is set up in way that legally inhibits them from “doing good.”

Medical deportation: Repatriated by hospitals

While the term “deportation” might suggest involvement from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, border patrol officials are not involved in medical deportation.
Hospitals facilitate medical deportation without any government oversight.
The 1986 Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act requires hospitals to treat everyone – citizens and noncitizens – in emergency cases.
After patients are stabilized, the law also requires hospitals to transfer or discharge patients to “appropriate” medical facilities.