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July 26, 2021

A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized trials suggest use of physical activity trackers, such as pedometers and accelerometers, were linked to increased levels of physical activity versus non-use in patients with cardiometabolic conditions.

July 23, 2021

With approval, exenatide extended-release (BYDUREON BCise) becomes the first weekly GLP-1 RA therapy to receive approval for improving glycemic control in pediatric patients aged 10-17 years with type 2 diabetes.

July 22, 2021

Analysis of more than 18 million pregnancies sheds light on the impact various prepregnancy cardiovascular risk factors, including BMI, smoking status, and diabetes, can have on risk of adverse maternal and fetal outcomes.

July 22, 2021

Using data from more than 2000 patients followed for 16 years, a Garvan Institute of Medical Research-led team found cognitive decline in older women could help predict bone loss and fracture risk among these patients.

July 21, 2021

While tenapanor has already received approval for treatment of abdominal pain in patients with IBS, the US FDA issued a letter to Ardelyx noting deficiencies in their NDA for an indication related to controlling serum phosphorus in adult patients with CKD on dialysis “preclude discussion” related to labeling and post-marketing requirements.

July 20, 2021

A prespecified analysis of patients with stage 4 CKD from DAPA-CKD suggests the magnitude of effects seen with dapagliflozin use among these patients was similar to that seen among patients with normal to moderately impaired kidney function from the trial.

July 19, 2021

Data from a phase 2 study of women with overweight or obesity and polycystic ovary syndrome suggests use of licogliflozin was associated with significant reductions in hyperinsulinemia and androgenemia in this patient population.

July 19, 2021

With approval announced on July 19, HFX becomes the only spinal cord stimulation therapy approved by the FDA with a specific indication for painful diabetic neuropathy.

July 16, 2021

The subject of a July 15 meeting, the FDA's Cardiovascular and Renal Drugs Advisory Committee voted 13-1 and 12-2 against recommending approval of roxadustat for treatment of anemia in adult patients with chronic kidney disease not on dialysis and on dialysis, respectively.

July 15, 2021

A 12-week trial found implementing a dietary approach using a low-fat, vegan diet could help reduce the incidence of moderate-to-severe hot flashes in postmenopausal women.