HCP Connect Contributor
Dr. Divya Agarwal
Dr. Divya Agarwal contributes dermatology drug update coverage for HCP Connect, with emphasis on source-verified therapeutic developments and practical clinical context for US-licensed practitioners. This profile links the author's recent clinical coverage, specialty focus, and professional contributor metadata in one place.
Recent Drug Updates
19 total
Dermatology
Biosimilars and Biologics for Plaque Psoriasis: 2025 Treatment Landscape
WHO updates guidelines for plaque psoriasis treatment: focus on biologics, biosimilars, and oral options for improved patient access.
Dermatology
FDA Approves Icotrokinra for Moderate to Severe Plaque Psoriasis
FDA approves icotrokinra for moderate to severe plaque psoriasis, providing a new oral IL-23 receptor antagonist option for patients.
Dermatology
Difamilast vs Crisaborole: Topical PDE4 Inhibitors for Atopic Dermatitis in Pediatrics and Adults
Difamilast and crisaborole: Topical PDE4 inhibitors for atopic dermatitis in pediatrics and adults with emerging guidelines for 2026.
Dermatology
FDA Approves Bimekizumab for Moderate to Severe Plaque Psoriasis: BE VIVID Trial Results
FDA approves bimekizumab for moderate to severe plaque psoriasis: 75% PASI reduction in BE VIVID trial.
Dermatology
IL-17 and IL-23 Biologics for Plaque Psoriasis: Key Comparisons for 2025
IL-17 and IL-23 biologics for plaque psoriasis: Key comparisons and emerging oral options in 2025.
Medical Research
Visualize Battery Dynamics with Multimodal Imaging
Discover a new approach to operando imaging of battery charge and discharge cycles, enabling detailed visualization of redox reactions and ionic flow.
Medical Research
New Virus Discovery May Aid in Disease Research
Learn about Naiavirus, a newly discovered giant virus, and its potential impact on medical research and disease understanding.
Healthcare Business
Cut Knee OA Costs with More Effective GLP-1 Therapy
Discover how a new GLP-1 receptor agonist can reduce costs and improve outcomes for patients with knee osteoarthritis and obesity, compared to existing treatments.
Healthcare Business
Ibrutinib Interactions Raise Infection Risk 30%
Reduce infection risk in CLL patients on ibrutinib by understanding common drug interactions and their impact on patient outcomes and hospitalizations.
Medical Opinion
Overcoming Cultural Barriers in Medicine
Discover how embracing cultural differences can improve patient care and enhance your medical practice as a physician.
Medical Opinion
Mastering Night Float: 5 Key Survival Tips
Learn how to thrive during night float rotations with expert advice on patient care, communication, and time management to reduce errors and improve outcomes.
Medical Opinion
Boost Group Therapy Success with Psychological Safety
Learn how prioritizing psychological safety can enhance group therapy outcomes and create a supportive environment for patients to thrive.
Medical Research
Childhood Trauma's Impact on Brain: Limited Replicability Found
New study reveals limited replicability of brain alterations associated with childhood maltreatment, impacting treatment outcomes for affective disorders and major depressive disor...
Medical Research
Identify Flood-Prone Patients to Reduce Displacement
Learn how socioeconomic factors predict flood-induced displacement to inform targeted interventions and reduce healthcare disruptions in vulnerable populations.
Medical Research
CPR Method Change Linked to Higher Child Death Rates
Discover how changes in CPR practices during the pandemic may impact child cardiac arrest outcomes and mortality rates in emergency situations.
Medical Research
Cool Down with Water to Beat the Heat
Stay safe in extreme heat without AC: submerging hands in water can lower heart rate and prevent heat-related illnesses in older adults.
Medical Research
Ditching Daylight Saving Time Could Cut Heart Attacks 10%
New study reveals the health benefits of adopting a permanent standard time, reducing heart attacks, and fatal traffic accidents, and improving overall public health.
Medical Research
Boosting PI31 Protein May Prevent Neurodegeneration
Discover how increasing PI31 protein levels can prevent protein buildup in synapses, potentially halting neurodegenerative disease progression.
Medical Research
New Cream Boosts Skin Elasticity by 30%
Discover how a novel anti-aging cream improves skin firmness and reduces wrinkles, with remarkable results in clinical trials and patient assessments.