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Disease Remission Associated with 80% Reduction in Cardiovascular Outcomes in RA Patients

07/23/2019

Researchers at EULAR 2019 presented that remission in patients with rheumatoid arthritis is associated with 80% reduction in risk of cardiovascular outcomes, according to a press release.

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07/23/2019

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Stimulation of Vagus Nerve Reduces Rhumatoid Arthritis Symptoms

07/23/2019

According to science presented at EULAR 2019, electrostimulation of the vagus nerve—the longest, most complex of the 12 pairs of cranial nerves originating in the brain—could provide significant reductions in rheumatoid arthritis symptoms.

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07/23/2019

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New Biomarkers for Cardiovascular Risk Found in JSLE Patients

07/23/2019

According to results from a study presented at EULAR 2019, new biomarkers ApoB:A1 ratio and metabolomic lipoprotein signatures have been identified for cardiovascular risk in patients with juvenile-onset systemic lupus erythematosus (JSLE).

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07/23/2019

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Exploring Treatment for Acute Myeloid Leukemia

06/18/2019

Edan Stanley ;

AML is the most common acute leukemia in adults with an estimated 21,450 new cases expected in 2019 in the United States and approximately 10,920 deaths. In this segment, we explore various treatments for AML.

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06/18/2019

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Specialty Drug Pricing and Out-of-Pocket Costs Continue to Rise Under Part D

06/18/2019

Medicare Part D coverage, according to recently published research, leaves older adults at risk of paying higher out-of-pocket costs when purchasing specialty cancer medications.

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06/18/2019

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CVS Reveals New Service Aimed at Improving Benefits for PBM Clients

06/18/2019

CVS Health has announced the availability of their new service, Vendor Benefit Management. The new service is designed to help CVS Caremark pharmacy benefit management (PBM) clients contract and manage their relationship with third-party...

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06/18/2019

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Physician Burnout Costs US Billions of Dollars Each Year

06/18/2019

Research published in Annals of Internal Medicine explained that beyond the known effect on clinical outcomes, physician burnout costs the US health care system approximately $4.6 billion a year.

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06/18/2019

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Express Scripts to Introduce First Digital Health Formulary

06/18/2019

Technological innovation continues to change a variety of industries and the health care sector is no different. In an effort to simplify the integration and use of various personal health technologies and interventions, Express Scripts,...

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06/18/2019

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UnitedHealth Group Reveals Significant Variations in Diagnostic Test Pricing

06/18/2019

UnitedHealth Group recently published a new research brief in which the company examined consumer health care spending and found significant variations in pricing for the same diagnostic tests, causing many consumers to overspend.

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06/18/2019

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Determining the Most Cost-Effective Option to Treat Opioid Use Disorder

06/18/2019

A team of researchers from The Institute for Clinical and Economic Review (ICER) recently examined the cost-effectiveness and value for use of the extended-release partial opioid agonist, CAM2038, among patients with opioid use disorder...

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06/18/2019

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Newly Approved Nasal Spray Made Available for Veterans

04/19/2019

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) recently announced that its health care providers will be able to offer veterans the newly approved nasal spray for treatment-resistant depression.

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04/19/2019

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02/24/2012

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Are Older Adults with Diabetes at Increased Risk of Inappropriate Prescriptions?

10/23/2015

A study in the online Diabetic Medicine assessed whether there is an increased risk of inappropriate prescribing in older adults with diabetes mellitus compared to those without the condition.

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10/23/2015

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Identifying Large-Vessel Vasculitis in Polymyalgia Rheumatica: Key Clinical and Laboratory Red Flags

04/05/2024

Lisa Kuhns , PhD, MD;

Potential red flags for large-vessel vasculitis in isolated polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR) include inflammatory back pain, significant pelvic involvement, widespread lower extremity pain, marked inflammatory response indicated by specific lab...

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04/05/2024

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Incremental Cost-Effectiveness Ratio of CGM App Below Recommended Thresholds

09/25/2020

“Our results provide basic data on the cost-effectiveness of introducing CGM apps, which are currently starting to come into use,” researchers wrote.

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09/25/2020

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Bridging the Gaps in Prior Authorization: Challenges, Solutions, and Collaboration for Better Patient Care

11/13/2024

David Sand, MD, MBA, chief medical officer at ZeOmega, discusses the challenges of prior authorization, emphasizing the need for transparency, evidence-based standards, collaboration between payers and providers, and the potential for...

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11/13/2024

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The Evolving Role of CGRP-targeting Therapies in Migraine Prevention

10/31/2024

Richard Lipton, MD, provides insights on the American Headache Society’s position statement update on calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP)-targeting therapies as a first-line option for the prevention of migraine.

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10/31/2024

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Unmet Needs in the Treatment and Management of Non–Small Cell Lung Cancer

09/26/2024

Alexander Spira , MD, PhD;

Alexander I. Spira, MD, PhD, discusses significant unmet needs in the treatment and management of non–small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).

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09/26/2024

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Treatment Options for NSCLC: A Discussion on Coverage, Clinical Outcomes, and Payer Perspectives

09/25/2024

Learn about research developments in 1L therapy for NSCLC patients with EGFR mutations and how outcomes may impact coverage and reimbursement decisions for insurers.

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09/25/2024

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Addressing the Root Cause of a Common Ocular Condition: A Virtual Roundtable

09/04/2024

View a roundtable discussion on Demodex blepharitis, a prevalent ocular condition that often goes undiagnosed in patients.

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09/04/2024

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Addressing Health Disparities and Promoting Equity: The Role of Advanced Imaging Solutions

08/15/2024

Guest expert Jordan Bazinsky discusses the challenges facing the medical imaging industry, the potential of AI and emerging technologies, the role of advanced imaging solutions in promoting health equity, and the key trends and challenges...

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08/15/2024

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Promising Therapies and Clinical Trials for Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia

08/14/2024

Farrukh T. Awan , MD;

Farrukh Awan, MD, highlights promising therapies and clinical trials within the field of chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL).

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08/14/2024

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Evolving Health Care Contact Centers Into Drivers of Value-Based Care

07/31/2024

Discover how health care contact centers can transform into drivers of value-based care through AI, automation, upskilling agents, and rethinking workflows and metrics to improve patient outcomes and population health.

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07/31/2024

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Enhancing Patient Medication Adherence: Insights and Strategies From Asembia 2024

06/11/2024

Lucille Accetta, PharmD, MBA, MSPH, Senior Vice President of CVS Specialty Operations

Key stakeholders in the health care industry gathered to discuss prevalent topics at this year's Asembia annual summit. Medication adherence emerged as one of the most talked-about issues. In a session led by Lucille Accetta, PharmD, MBA,...

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06/11/2024

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Navigating the Impact of the Inflation Reduction Act: Implications for Payers, Patients, and Manufacturers

05/24/2024

Melissa Andel, Principal, CommonHealth Solutions, LLC

Learn about the impacts of the Inflation Reduction Act on payers and patients, highlighting the changes in Medicare benefits and drug coverage coming in 2025 and 2026.

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