Vitamin B5 could be the key to treating a rare genetic disease, a study has found.

Published Date: 08 Mar 2023

A study by Concordia undergraduate students suggests that a simple vitamin can cure a rare but life-threatening disease.

Read Full News

Latest News

Medicaid expansion increases access to HIV prevention medication for high-risk populations

Medicaid expansion under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) significantly increased the number of people at risk of HIV diagnosis who were prescribed preexposure prophylaxis (PrEP), a preventative medication taken in pill or injectable ...

Pneumocystis pneumonia is striking unexpected patient groups, study shows

A seven-year study of 470 patients revealed that a severe fungal lung infection once mainly seen in specific high-risk groups is increasingly affecting elderly patients and those with common cancers who are not receiving ...

Ethiopia confirms 3 Marburg virus deaths in new outbreak

Ethiopia on Monday confirmed three deaths from the Marburg hemorrhagic virus that has been detected in an area neighboring South Sudan.

Keto diet stops a young girl's epileptic seizures

Alana "Lani" Silverberg was a real firecracker with a big personality at age 3—until she started having seizures.

High disease burden found among at-risk Medicaid beneficiaries

Over 40% of the 5 million people at risk of losing Medicaid coverage due to new eligibility requirements have at least three chronic health conditions, and older adults are especially vulnerable, a new JAMA study shows.

Trial evaluates a vitamin B3 derivative in people with long COVID

Millions of people worldwide continue to experience lingering symptoms after COVID-19, a condition known as long COVID. These symptoms can affect people of all ages and often include neurological issues such as "brain fog," ...

Todays Updates

NeuroVoices: Alireza Atri, MD, PhD, on Notable CTAD Trial Presentations, EVOKE Data Alireza Atri, MD, PhD, Isabella Ciccone, MPH

The director of the Banner Sun Health Research Institute discussed a variety of meaningful Alzheimer disease research presented at the 2024 Clinical Trials on Alzheimer's Disease Conference (CTAD).

Genetic Testing in Adult Epilepsy: GEAN’s Plan to Standardize Practice and Study Adult Outcomes Marco Meglio

Elizabeth Gerard, MD, an epileptologist at Northwestern Medicine, provided clinical insights on a new consortium, GEAN, which aims to expand genetic testing and define adult phenotypes for rare genetic epilepsies across North America.

What the First Intrathecal Gene Therapy Means for SMA Clinicians and Researchers Marco Meglio

Angela Lek, PhD, chief research officer of the Muscular Dystrophy Association, discusses the FDA approval of intrathecal onasemnogene abeparvovec (Itvisma; Novartis) and what it means for SMA treatment across older pediatric and adult populations.

Dietary Diversity With Dairy, Fruit, Grains Linked to Lower Gout Risk

Dietary Diversity With Dairy, Fruit, Grains Linked to Lower Gout Risk

GLPG3667 Meets Primary Endpoint in Dermatomyositis, Misses in SLE Phase 3 Trials

GLPG3667 Meets Primary Endpoint in Dermatomyositis, Misses in SLE Phase 3 Trials

taVNS Reduces Pain, Improves Mood in Fibromyalgia Patients

taVNS Reduces Pain, Improves Mood in Fibromyalgia Patients

Metal Exposure Levels May Explain Cardiovascular-Kidney-Metabolic Stages

Metal Exposure Levels May Explain Cardiovascular-Kidney-Metabolic Stages

Todays Updates

NeuroVoices: Alireza Atri, MD, PhD, on Notable CTAD Trial Presentations, EVOKE Data Alireza Atri, MD, PhD, Isabella Ciccone, MPH

The director of the Banner Sun Health Research Institute discussed a variety of meaningful Alzheimer disease research presented at the 2024 Clinical Trials on Alzheimer's Disease Conference (CTAD).

Genetic Testing in Adult Epilepsy: GEAN’s Plan to Standardize Practice and Study Adult Outcomes Marco Meglio

Elizabeth Gerard, MD, an epileptologist at Northwestern Medicine, provided clinical insights on a new consortium, GEAN, which aims to expand genetic testing and define adult phenotypes for rare genetic epilepsies across North America.

What the First Intrathecal Gene Therapy Means for SMA Clinicians and Researchers Marco Meglio

Angela Lek, PhD, chief research officer of the Muscular Dystrophy Association, discusses the FDA approval of intrathecal onasemnogene abeparvovec (Itvisma; Novartis) and what it means for SMA treatment across older pediatric and adult populations.

Dietary Diversity With Dairy, Fruit, Grains Linked to Lower Gout Risk

Dietary Diversity With Dairy, Fruit, Grains Linked to Lower Gout Risk

GLPG3667 Meets Primary Endpoint in Dermatomyositis, Misses in SLE Phase 3 Trials

GLPG3667 Meets Primary Endpoint in Dermatomyositis, Misses in SLE Phase 3 Trials

taVNS Reduces Pain, Improves Mood in Fibromyalgia Patients

taVNS Reduces Pain, Improves Mood in Fibromyalgia Patients

Metal Exposure Levels May Explain Cardiovascular-Kidney-Metabolic Stages

Metal Exposure Levels May Explain Cardiovascular-Kidney-Metabolic Stages

Latest News

Medicaid expansion under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) significantly increased the number of people at risk of HIV diagnosis who were prescribed preexposure prophylaxis (PrEP), a preventative medication taken in pill or injectable ...

A seven-year study of 470 patients revealed that a severe fungal lung infection once mainly seen in specific high-risk groups is increasingly affecting elderly patients and those with common cancers who are not receiving ...

Ethiopia on Monday confirmed three deaths from the Marburg hemorrhagic virus that has been detected in an area neighboring South Sudan.

Alana "Lani" Silverberg was a real firecracker with a big personality at age 3—until she started having seizures.

Over 40% of the 5 million people at risk of losing Medicaid coverage due to new eligibility requirements have at least three chronic health conditions, and older adults are especially vulnerable, a new JAMA study shows.

Millions of people worldwide continue to experience lingering symptoms after COVID-19, a condition known as long COVID. These symptoms can affect people of all ages and often include neurological issues such as "brain fog," ...

News All Time

Researchers to test gene therapy for rare diseases with a new FDA trial protocol

Earlier this year, researchers at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and Penn created a first-of-its-kind drug customized to a unique genetic mutation to save an infant named Baby KJ from dying of a rare liver disorder.

Monoclonal antibodies effectively prevent respiratory syncytial virus in infants

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a common respiratory virus which usually causes mild, cold-like symptoms during the respiratory virus season. However, especially among young infants under six months of age or people ...

Preliminary case of bird flu in Washington state would be U.S.'s first in 9 months

Health officials in Washington state say they have identified the nation's first human case of bird flu since February, pending confirmatory testing.

Overlooked layer of DNA may explain disease risk, severity

Scientists at The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) have revealed a previously overlooked layer of genetic variation that could help explain why people experience disease differently, and why some treatments work better ...

Reversing fibrosis: New research provides insight for novel therapies

Yale School of Medicine (YSM) researchers have made key breakthroughs in understanding how to treat fibrotic diseases such as scleroderma and graft-versus-host disease.

Ethiopia confirms first Marburg outbreak as WHO lauds country's fast action

Ethiopia on Friday confirmed its first Marburg outbreak after nine cases were identified in a southern region of the country that borders South Sudan.

Metabolic hormone found to boost resilience against flu symptoms

A hormone known for regulating energy balance also helps the body cope with influenza by triggering protective responses in the brain, a study led by UT Southwestern Medical Center researchers shows.

Measles case confirmed in southwestern Colorado, possible exposures in Cortez, Mancos

People in Cortez and Mancos may have been exposed to the measles from a confirmed case in a school-aged child in Montezuma County, according to the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment.

Typhoid conjugate vaccine demonstrates strong safety and immunogenicity in Phase III trial

Phase III results from a clinical trial of a typhoid conjugate vaccine (TCV), EuTYPH-C Inj. Multi-dose, demonstrate that it is safe and immunogenic in typhoid-endemic populations in sub-Saharan Africa. EuTYPH-C Inj. Multi-dose ...

First death linked to 'meat allergy' spread by ticks

University of Virginia School of Medicine researchers have identified the first death caused by what is commonly called the "meat allergy" being spread by ticks.

Testing lung function earlier may help identify risk for COPD

Measuring lung function earlier in life would help identify people at risk of developing chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and allow for more timely interventions, according to a new study published in the September ...

Ethiopia investigates possible outbreak of new viral hemorrhagic fever after 8 people are infected

African health authorities on Thursday confirmed a possible outbreak of an unidentified viral hemorrhagic fever in southern Ethiopia that is under investigation after eight suspected cases were reported.

COP30 report reveals how climate change is spreading infectious diseases to new regions

Rising temperatures, changing rainfall patterns and extreme weather events create ideal conditions for pathogens and their vectors—such as mosquitoes, midges and ticks—to thrive.

Headaches affect almost a third of people worldwide

Do you have regular migraine headaches? If so, you've got a lot of company.

Stinky socks help replace human bait in surveys for river blindness

New research shows that it's possible to end the practice of using people as human bait to catch and test the black flies that spread river blindness (onchocerciasis). The study by international non‐profit Sightsavers in ...

Q&A: Why experts urge continued hepatitis B vaccine birth doses for newborns

In a commentary published in Gastroenterology, leading experts urge that all newborns in the United States continue to receive the first dose of hepatitis B vaccine within 24 hours of birth.

Recommended News For You

FDA Approves CAR-T Product Use for Myeloma Early.

To refute accusations that it failed to issue a cancer warning, Roundup's maker is asking lawmakers for assistance.

Why are so many young adults getting cancer?

Weight loss and cancer; no brain tumor blood test; no cervical cancer after HPV vaccination.

In leukemia, allogeneic HCT is beneficial following primary induction failure.

O. A. J. Simpson passes away from cancer.

A smartphone app enhances the tracking of recovery following breast and gynecologic oncology surgery, according to JAMA.

Recommended Articles For You

Everything You Need to Know About RDW-CV: A Comprehensive Guide  

Case Study: Diagnostic and Therapeutic Challenges in Aplastic Anemia Mimicking Hypoplastic Myelodysplastic Syndrome 

Trends in Incidence, Care, and Surgery for Medullary Thyroid Cancer: A Review 

Bispecific Antibodies in DLBCL & Myeloma: Clinical Insights for Physicians 

Whats more on Hidoc Dr.

Medical Updates
KOL Videos
Surveys
Events

Daily news to keep you up to date

Gain valuable insights with our in-depth KOL Video discussions

Participate and win cash vouchers

Get updates on the latest events happening around the world
Featured News
Featured Articles
Featured Events
Featured KOL Videos

1.

Prostate cancer, rectal exams, Casgevy approved for thalassemia, and two million cancer cases.

2.

For patients with clear cell renal cell carcinoma, a new PET agent allows for same-day imaging.

3.

Underprescribed for Alcohol Use Disorder is pharmacotherapy.

4.

There has been a recent decrease in the risk of a recurrence of colorectal cancer in stage I to III cases.

5.

Unlocking the secrets of the fibrotic fortress that surrounds and protects pancreatic cancer

1.

Frontiers in Cancer Therapeutics: U.S. Oncology Trials and Drug Discovery Trends

2.

AI and Optical Advances: Evolving Blood Cell Morphology Observation in Hematology

3.

HKDC1 Protein: An Emerging Therapeutic Target in Colon Cancer

4.

Unlocking the Potential of Lymphocytes: Exploring the Role of These Immune System Cells

5.

Mechanistic Depth and Clinical Impact of Rusfertide, Onyvide, IV Avastin, and Pemfexy

1.

International Lung Cancer Congress®

2.

Future NRG Oncology Meeting

3.

Genito-Urinary Oncology Summit 2026

4.

ISMB 2026 (Intelligent Systems for Molecular Biology)

5.

Annual International Congress on the Future of Breast Cancer East

1.

Expert Group meeting with the management of EGFR mutation positive NSCLC - Part I

2.

Recent Data Analysis for First-Line Treatment of ALK+ NSCLC

3.

CDK4/6 Inhibitors in Extending Overall Survival in HR+/HER2- aBC Patients in Clinical Trial and Real World

4.

Exploring the Hospitalization Burden in Refractory and Relapsed ALL

5.

Effect of Pablociclib in Endocrine Resistant Patients - A Panel Discussion

Fastest Growing Medical Platform for Doctors

Address :
Hidoc Dr. Inc. | Delaware C Corp | 1309 Coffeen Ave. Suite 1200, Sheridan WY, 82801

Phone :
+1-415-463-3094

Email :
anishagadia@hidoc.co

Quick Links

Drug DatabaseDrug InteractionDiseases Database
KOL VideosKnowledge HubQuizzes
Medical UpdatesEventsAbout Us

© Copyright 2025 Hidoc Dr. Inc.

Terms & Conditions - LLP | Inc. | Privacy Policy - LLP | Inc. | Account Deactivation
Home
Profile
Login
bot