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Drew Cano.Mar 22, 2024

How Do Biologics Work and Are They Safe?

Biologics are special medicines made from living things, like cells or proteins. They're different from regular drugs that are made from chemicals.

How biologics work:

• They're like smart missiles that target specific parts of your body that are causing problems.
• Many biologics work on your immune system, either calming it down if it's too active or boosting it if it's not doing enough.
• Some replace proteins your body needs but doesn't make enough of.

Are they safe?

• Generally, yes. Doctors have been using biologics for many years now.
• They're tested a lot before they're allowed to be used on people.
• Like all medicines, they can have side effects. Common ones might be:
  • Soreness where you get the shot
  • Getting sick more easily
  • Rarely, more serious problems with your immune system
• Doctors watch patients on biologics closely to make sure they're okay.
• Everyone's different, so a doctor helps decide if biologics are right for you by looking at your health and weighing the good and bad points.

Bottom line: Biologics can really help some people, but they're strong medicines that need to be used carefully under a doctor's care.

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Drew Cano.Mar 22, 2024

Benefits of an Ambulatory Infusion Center

Ambulatory Infusion Centers (AICs) present a compelling alternative to hospital-based infusion services. These specialized facilities offer a more personalized and comfortable experience in private suites, while significantly reducing costs—typically by 53%. Patients benefit from flexible scheduling options, including convenient evening and weekend hours. AICs' exclusive focus on infusion therapy translates to highly trained staff and streamlined appointment processes, ensuring that every infusion chair is readily available for patients needing intravenous treatments.

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Candice Wu.Apr 02, 2024

Innovations in Cancer Treatment: Promising Therapies on the Horizon

New targeted therapies: Drugs designed to attack specific genetic mutations or proteins in cancer cells.Immunotherapy: Treatments that boost the body's own immune system to fight cancer, like checkpoint inhibitors. Antibody-drug conjugates: Antibodies linked to chemotherapy drugs for targeted delivery. Nanoparticle drug delivery: Using tiny particles to improve drug targeting and efficacy. Oncolytic viruses: Engineered viruses that selectively infect and kill cancer cells.Cell therapies: Infusions of modified immune cells, like CAR-T cell therapy.Combination therapies: Using multiple treatment types together for enhanced effects.

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Candice Wu.Apr 02, 2024
Innovations in Cancer Treatment: Promising Therapies on the Horizon
New targeted therapies: Drugs designed to attack specific genetic mutations or proteins in cancer cells.Immunotherapy: Treatments that boost the body's own immune system to fight cancer, like checkpoint inhibitors. Antibody-drug conjugates: Antibodies linked to chemotherapy drugs for targeted delivery. Nanoparticle drug delivery: Using tiny particles to improve drug targeting and efficacy. Oncolytic viruses: Engineered viruses that selectively infect and kill cancer cells.Cell therapies: Infusions of modified immune cells, like CAR-T cell therapy.Combination therapies: Using multiple treatment types together for enhanced effects.
• Clinics
• Medical

Drew Cano.Mar 22, 2024
How Do Biologics Work and Are They Safe?
Biologics are special medicines made from living things, like cells or proteins. They're different from regular drugs that are made from chemicals.
How biologics work:
• They're like smart missiles that target specific parts of your body that are causing problems.
• Many biologics work on your immune system, either calming it down if it's too active or boosting it if it's not doing enough.
• Some replace proteins your body needs but doesn't make enough of.
Are they safe?
• Generally, yes. Doctors have been using biologics for many years now.
• They're tested a lot before they're allowed to be used on people.
• Like all medicines, they can have side effects. Common ones might be:
  • Soreness where you get the shot
  • Getting sick more easily
  • Rarely, more serious problems with your immune system
• Doctors watch patients on biologics closely to make sure they're okay.
• Everyone's different, so a doctor helps decide if biologics are right for you by looking at your health and weighing the good and bad points.
Bottom line: Biologics can really help some people, but they're strong medicines that need to be used carefully under a doctor's care.
• Innovation
• Doctors

Drew Cano.Mar 22, 2024
Benefits of an Ambulatory Infusion Center
Ambulatory Infusion Centers (AICs) present a compelling alternative to hospital-based infusion services. These specialized facilities offer a more personalized and comfortable experience in private suites, while significantly reducing costs—typically by 53%. Patients benefit from flexible scheduling options, including convenient evening and weekend hours. AICs' exclusive focus on infusion therapy translates to highly trained staff and streamlined appointment processes, ensuring that every infusion chair is readily available for patients needing intravenous treatments.
• Research

Candice Wu.Apr 02, 2024
Innovations in Cancer Treatment: Promising Therapies on the Horizon
New targeted therapies: Drugs designed to attack specific genetic mutations or proteins in cancer cells.Immunotherapy: Treatments that boost the body's own immune system to fight cancer, like checkpoint inhibitors. Antibody-drug conjugates: Antibodies linked to chemotherapy drugs for targeted delivery. Nanoparticle drug delivery: Using tiny particles to improve drug targeting and efficacy. Oncolytic viruses: Engineered viruses that selectively infect and kill cancer cells.Cell therapies: Infusions of modified immune cells, like CAR-T cell therapy.Combination therapies: Using multiple treatment types together for enhanced effects.
• Clinics
• Medical

Drew Cano.Mar 22, 2024
How Do Biologics Work and Are They Safe?
Biologics are special medicines made from living things, like cells or proteins. They're different from regular drugs that are made from chemicals.
How biologics work:
• They're like smart missiles that target specific parts of your body that are causing problems.
• Many biologics work on your immune system, either calming it down if it's too active or boosting it if it's not doing enough.
• Some replace proteins your body needs but doesn't make enough of.
Are they safe?
• Generally, yes. Doctors have been using biologics for many years now.
• They're tested a lot before they're allowed to be used on people.
• Like all medicines, they can have side effects. Common ones might be:
  • Soreness where you get the shot
  • Getting sick more easily
  • Rarely, more serious problems with your immune system
• Doctors watch patients on biologics closely to make sure they're okay.
• Everyone's different, so a doctor helps decide if biologics are right for you by looking at your health and weighing the good and bad points.
Bottom line: Biologics can really help some people, but they're strong medicines that need to be used carefully under a doctor's care.
• Innovation
• Doctors

Drew Cano.Mar 22, 2024
Benefits of an Ambulatory Infusion Center
Ambulatory Infusion Centers (AICs) present a compelling alternative to hospital-based infusion services. These specialized facilities offer a more personalized and comfortable experience in private suites, while significantly reducing costs—typically by 53%. Patients benefit from flexible scheduling options, including convenient evening and weekend hours. AICs' exclusive focus on infusion therapy translates to highly trained staff and streamlined appointment processes, ensuring that every infusion chair is readily available for patients needing intravenous treatments.
• Research

Candice Wu.Apr 02, 2024
Innovations in Cancer Treatment: Promising Therapies on the Horizon
New targeted therapies: Drugs designed to attack specific genetic mutations or proteins in cancer cells.Immunotherapy: Treatments that boost the body's own immune system to fight cancer, like checkpoint inhibitors. Antibody-drug conjugates: Antibodies linked to chemotherapy drugs for targeted delivery. Nanoparticle drug delivery: Using tiny particles to improve drug targeting and efficacy. Oncolytic viruses: Engineered viruses that selectively infect and kill cancer cells.Cell therapies: Infusions of modified immune cells, like CAR-T cell therapy.Combination therapies: Using multiple treatment types together for enhanced effects.
• Clinics
• Medical
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