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Expanding Role of mRNA Platform with Nobel Laureate Dr. Drew Weissman
We are excited to welcome Nobel Laureate Dr. Drew Weissman from the University of Pennsylvania yet again on CureTalks. Dr.Weissman's groundbreaking research in messenger RNA (mRNA) technology earned him the Nobel Prize in Medicine, alongside his colleague Katalin Karikó. Their…
When should people get palliative care?
Palliative care is specialized medical care focused on relieving the symptoms and stress of a serious illness and improving quality of life, in alignment with a patient’s individual goals, values, and priorities. Although palliative care consultation is recommended for millions…
Understanding the Nuances of Clinical Research
Clinical trials play a major role in the advancement of scientific research. However, people have several misconceptions and are unclear about where to start when it comes to participating in a clinical trial. We are talking to Dr. Emma A.…
Stem Cell Therapy for COVID-19 related ARDS (Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome)
Acute respiratory distress syndrome or ARDS is a very serious complication for many patients suffering from COVID-19, and is believed to account for about 80% of the deaths in ventilated patients. There is no proven or FDA-approved treatment for it,…
Covid 19 Convalescent Plasma Study
Convalescent plasma therapy involves the transfusion of plasma collected from a donor who has recovered from Covid-19 to a patient with an active infection. Two recent studies have shown that convalescent plasma therapy can be used in treating critically-ill covid-19…