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3 articles from the last 90 days matching "australia"

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Genomic Therapy Matching in Rare and Refractory Cancers.

Researchers studied whether matching cancer treatments to a patient's genetic test results helps people with hard-to-treat advanced cancers live longer. They looked at data from over 1,000 Australian patients with different types of advanced solid tumors who received personalized treatment recommendations based on their tumor's genetic makeup. The study used a ranking system to organize genetic matches by how much scientific evidence supported each match, and then tracked how long patients survived.

WHY IT MATTERSIf you have a rare or treatment-resistant cancer, this research suggests that genetic testing of your tumor could help your doctor choose a therapy specifically matched to your cancer's mutations, potentially improving your survival chances.
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ResearchRSS4 days ago

Treatment may help maintain nutrition, prevent stunted growth in SMA kids

A new study from Australia found that children with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) who take disease-modifying therapies — medicines approved in the last 10 years that slow down the disease — were able to maintain healthy weight and avoid stunted growth. This is important because children with SMA often have trouble eating and gaining weight. The study looked at children with SMA type 1 and type 2, the most severe forms of the disease.

WHY IT MATTERSFor families managing SMA, this research provides evidence that approved treatments may help prevent malnutrition and growth problems that commonly affect children with this condition, potentially improving long-term health outcomes beyond muscle strength alone.
💬 Ask your doctorspinal muscular atrophy type 1spinal muscular atrophy type 2
ResearchRSSMay 11

Newborn screening tied to better daily function in children with SMA

A study from Australia found that children with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) who were caught early through newborn screening and received treatment had better ability to do everyday activities and be independent as they grew up. The children did even better when they received care from a team of different specialists both at home and at school. This shows that finding SMA early and getting coordinated care from multiple doctors and therapists makes a real difference in how well children function day-to-day.

WHY IT MATTERSIf you have a newborn or are planning to have children, this study shows that newborn screening for SMA can identify the condition early enough for treatment to significantly improve your child's independence and quality of life.
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