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Opioid Use Associated With Fractures in People With Ankylosing Spondylitis

12/20/2023

Lisa Kuhns, PhD

Increasing age, historical fracture, and opioid use are associated with higher odds of fracture in ankylosing spondylitis (AS), according to a study published in Arthritis Care & Research. “We performed a retrospective cohort study...

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12/20/2023

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Analysis Finds Similar Safety Profile with Upadacitinib Across Conditions

11/03/2023

Jolynn Tumolo

The Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitor upadacitinib offers a similar long-term safety profile across rheumatoid arthritis (RA), psoriatic arthritis (PsA), ankylosing spondylitis (AS), and atopic dermatitis (AD) despite some variations in adverse...

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11/03/2023

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High Rates of Depression, Anxiety in Patients With Ankylosing Spondylitis

10/06/2023

Jolyn Tumolo

Half of patients with ankylosing spondylitis had clinically significant depression, and more than a third had clinically significant anxiety, according to a single-center, cross-sectional study currently underway.

Half of patients with ankylosing...

10/06/2023

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Achieving Disease Control in PsA, AS Associated with Lower Medical Costs

09/15/2023

Jolynn Tumolo

A study published in Rheumatology and Therapy found that individuals diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis (PsA) or ankylosing spondylitis (AS) and exhibiting lower levels of disease activity incurred reduced healthcare resource utilization and...

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09/15/2023

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Fear of Movement in Patients With Ankylosing Spondylitis Linked With Lower Life Quality

07/27/2023

Jolynn Tumolo

Research findings indicate a link between kinesiophobia, a fear of movement and injury, and decreased quality of life in patients with ankylosing spondylitis.

Research findings indicate a...

07/27/2023

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Tildrakizumab No Better Than Placebo for Ankylosing Spondylitis

06/09/2023

Jolynn Tumolo

A 48-week trial of tildrakizumab in patients with ankylosing spondylitis was terminated early after researchers found that the drug had no efficacy in comparison to placebo.

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06/09/2023

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Risk of Psychiatric Comorbidity Higher in Patients With Ankylosing Spondylitis

05/19/2023

Jolynn Tumolo

Findings from a population-based, cross-sectional study suggest that patients with ankylosing spondylitis are at a higher risk of developing psychiatric disorders.

Findings from a...

05/19/2023

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Short-term Biosimilar Adalimumab Provides Long-term Relief for Ankylosing Spondylitis

04/14/2023

Jolynn Tumolo

Treatment with biosimilar adalimumab was associated with a significant improvement in ankylosing spondylitis symptoms for up to 1 year, according to new findings.

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04/14/2023

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JAK Inhibitor Improves Slate of Patient-Reported Outcomes in Biologic Refractory Ankylosing Spondylitis

03/28/2023

Jolynn Tumolo

Researchers studied a JAK inhibitor's efficacy for improving disease activity, health-related quality of life, and other measures in a cohort of patients with ankylosing spondylitis who did not respond or tolerate biologics.

Researchers studied a JAK...

03/28/2023

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Baseline Variables Predict Probability of Initial Response to TNFi Inhibitors in Patients With AS

10/27/2022

Edan Stanley

Researchers sought to develop models of the probability of short-term response to tumor necrosis factor inhibitor treatment in patients with ankylosing spondylitis.

Researchers sought to develop...

10/27/2022

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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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New 4F-PCC Proves Effective in Rapid Reversal of Anticoagulation for Urgent Surgery, Clinical Trial Finds

09/10/2024

Lisa Kuhns , PhD, MD;

An investigational 4-factor prothrombin complex concentrate (4F-PCC) is as effective and safe as an FDA-approved 4F-PCC for rapidly reversing vitamin K antagonist (VKA) anticoagulation in patients requiring urgent surgery, according to a...

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09/10/2024

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

04/05/2024

Lisa Kuhns, PhD

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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CDC Invests $400 Million to Accelerate HIV Prevention and Surveillance Efforts Nationwide

09/16/2024

Lisa Kuhns , PhD, MD;

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has awarded $400 million in funding to boost HIV prevention and surveillance efforts across the United States, aiming to accelerate progress in reducing new infections and improving health...

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09/16/2024

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HHS Unveils Comprehensive Healthcare Reforms to Boost Equity and Quality

09/13/2024

Lisa Kuhns , PhD, MD;

The US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has announced updates to Medicare payments and policies to improve healthcare accessibility, equity, and quality for millions of Americans, according to a press release by the HHS.

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09/13/2024

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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

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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,...

Key stakeholders in the health...

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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05/24/2024

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Navigating Payment Models in the CGT Landscape: Insights and Innovations

05/21/2024

Joe DePinto, Head of Cell, Gene, and Advanced Therapies, McKesson

An expert discusses the evolution and challenges of payment models in the cell and gene therapy (CGT) space reviewed during his session at Asembia 2024.

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05/21/2024

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Unlocking the Future of Managed Care Pharmacy: A Deep Dive into Federal Legislation and Regulations

05/15/2024

Jennifer L. Mathieu Senior Vice President, Professional and Government Affairs, AMCP

Learn about developments in federal legislation and regulations within the pharmacy landscape shaping the future of managed care in an interview with a session presenter from AMCP 2024.

Learn about developments in...

05/15/2024

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Using Lenalidomide and Rituximab, Tazemetostat, or Bispecific Antibodies to Treat Patients With Follicular Lymphoma

04/06/2024

Featuring Peter Martin, MD

During the 2024 Great Debates & Updates in Hematologic Malignancies meeting in New York, Peter Martin, MD, argued in favor of alternative treatment regimens over CAR T-cell therapy for treating follicular lymphoma.

During the 2024 Great Debates &...

04/06/2024

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Personalizing Weight Loss Management With GLP-1 Agonists

04/05/2024

Featuring Tejaswi Kompala, MD, head of cardiometabolic clinical strategy, Teladoc

Featuring Tejaswi Kompala, MD, head o...

Delve into the rising demand for anti-obesity medications, the complexities of obesity management, and the importance of personalized approaches in improving cardiometabolic health in this insightful interview.

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