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Novo Nordisk Pledges to Limit Drug Price Increases, Critics Respond

12/19/2016

In an effort to combat controversy over climbing prices, and hoping to simplify a complex system, Novo Nordisk has detailed a series of steps to ensure a “positive impact on affordability for patients,” according to a recent press release.

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12/19/2016

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COPD: Challenges and Consequences for Stakeholders

12/19/2016

Eileen Koutnik-Fotopoulos ;

The clinical and economic burden of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is compounded by underdiagnosis and undertreatment.

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12/19/2016

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Improving Outcomes and Reducing Costs With Minimally Invasive Surgery

12/15/2016

David Costill ;

In this interview with Deborah S Keller, MD, Department of Surgery, Baylor University Medical Center, Dr Keller discusses cost-effective invasive surgery.

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12/15/2016

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Quality Care: A Unique Perspective Part 2

12/09/2016

Dean Celia ;

Margaret E O’Kane continues the discussion on the evolution of quality care, including challenges that have been overcome and those that remain.

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12/09/2016

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Push to Address High Drug Prices Could Table Cure Act

11/27/2016

The future of the 21st Century Cure Act, which includes funds for medical research and aims to speed up the FDA's drug approval process, is up in the air following a recent push from patient advocacy and union groups to hold the bill until...

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11/27/2016

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Improving Diabetes Awareness Through Managed Care

11/22/2016

David Costill ;

An interview with Albert Tzeel, MD, regional medical director, Humana

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11/22/2016

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Investigational Biologic Benefits Patients With Multidrug-Resistant HIV in Phase 3 Trial

11/22/2016

Treatment with the investigational biologic ibalizumab (TaiMed Biologics/Theratechnologies) appeared to safely reduce the viral loads of patients with multidrug-resistant HIV, according to late-breaking phase III trial results recently...

Treatment with the...

11/22/2016

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Investigational Dupixent Significantly Eases Uncontrolled Atopic Dermatitis

11/22/2016

A pair of identically designed phase 3 trials found that Dupixent (dupilumab; Sanofi/Regeneron) improved symptoms of moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis, including itching, anxiety and depression, and quality of life, compared with placebo.

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11/22/2016

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Lynparza Lengthens Survival in Women with Ovarian Cancer

11/22/2016

Women who took Lynparza (olaparib; AstraZeneca) tablets as a monotherapy for maintenance treatment of platinum-sensitive relapsed BRCA-mutated ovarian cancer showed significantly improved progression-free survival compared with women who took...

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11/22/2016

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Amyloid Positron Emission Tomography Improves Diagnosis, Management of Alzheimer Disease

11/22/2016

A recently study suggests amyloid positron emission tomography alongside routine cognitive impairment assessment may improve physicians’ diagnosis and management of Alzheimer disease.

A recently study suggests...

11/22/2016

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Teva Receives FDA Approval for First Generic Lexapro

03/14/2012

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted the first generic Lexapro (escitalopram tablets) approval to treat adults with depression and generalized anxiety disorder. The drug, manufactured by Teva Pharmaceutical Industries, will come...

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Poor Depression Care After Heart Attack, Stroke Increases Patient Costs

11/20/2019

Inadequate management of a patient’s depression following heart attack or stroke is linked with notably higher health care costs, according to a study published online in the Journal of Medical Economics.

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11/20/2019

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Over-the-Counter Insulin Available for Patients with Diabetes Who Cannot Afford Prescription

01/07/2016

Although it is uncommon, patients with diabetes can legally purchase specific forms of insulin without a prescription, something many physicians are not even aware of.

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01/07/2016

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Few Medicare Providers Offer Intensive Behavioral Therapy for Obesity

10/23/2023

Jolynn Tumolo ;

Just 1% of primary care providers who cared for Medicare beneficiaries provided intensive behavioral therapy (IBT) for obesity at any time between 2013 and 2019, according to a study published online in PLOS One.

Just 1% of primary care...

10/23/2023

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Efficacy and Safety of Nilotinib Compared with Imatinib in Patients with Chronic Myeloid Leukemia

01/28/2010

Tori Socha ;

New Orleans—During a late breaking abstract session at the ASH conference, Giuseppe Saglio of the University of Turin, San Luigi Hospital, Orbassano, Italy, presented results of the ENESTnd (Evaluating Nilotinib Efficacy and Safety in...

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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...

David Sand, MD, MBA, chief...

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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