Math model suggests optimal coronavirus treatment strategies
A biology-based mathematical model indicates why COVID-19 outcomes vary widely and how therapy can be tailored to match the needs of specific patient groups.
Harvard Gazette •
harvard
Jan. 5, 2021 • ~6 min
Jan. 5, 2021 • ~6 min
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Trial shows antihypertension drug may improve pancreatic cancer outcomes
Adding the blood-pressure drug losartan to the intensive chemo and radiation protocol for treating locally advanced pancreatic cancer allowed complete removal of the tumor in 61 percent of trial participants and significantly improved survival rates.
Sue McGreevey
• harvard
May 30, 2019 • ~5 min
May 30, 2019 • ~5 min
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