Researchers have identified a new SDCCAG8 gene mutation associated with Bardet-Biedl syndrome (BBS) in an Iranian family. The cases…
Articles by Marta Figueiredo
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has accepted and given priority review to Vanda Pharmaceuticals’ request seeking the approval of…
Rhythm Pharmaceuticals’ setmelanotide promotes weight loss not only in adults, but also in children and adolescents with POMC…
A new weekly formulation of setmelanotide, Rhythm Pharmaceuticals’ lead treatment candidate for rare genetic obesity disorders, is as…
Mutations in two blood pressure-related genes — angiotensinogen (AGT) and angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) — may increase a person’s…
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has accepted and given priority review to Rhythm Pharmaceuticals’ request that …
Rhythm Pharmaceuticals is seeking approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its lead candidate setmelanotide to…
The offspring of obese mothers are more likely to age faster, and to develop metabolic diseases such as diabetes and…