Chronic Lung Disease in Medical Literature for More Than 200 Years Finally Has Its First Drug

Insmed’s Brinsupri is the first drug specifically approved for treating non-cystic fibrosis bronchiectasis, a progressive and potentially fatal lung disorder. The drug, licensed from AstraZeneca, inhibits activation of neutrophils, white blood cells that play a role in inflammatory and immune responses. The post Chronic Lung Disease in Medical Literature for More Than 200 Years Finally…

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We Cannot Let RFK Jr Lead Us Backwards in Health

By ARIEL FRISTOE As the artistic director of Out of Hand Theater, an arts organization that promotes anti-racism, social activism and health equity, I believe the recent appointment of Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. (RFK) as Secretary to the Department of Health and Human Services is beyond concerning. RFK is not a doctor, nor is he…

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