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Simple Interventions Reduce Respiratory Infection Days, Antibiotic Use

08/16/2024

Compared with usual care, advice to use nasal spray at the first sign of a respiratory tract infection reduced the duration of respiratory infections, while nasal spray and a behavioral intervention promoting physical activity and stress...

Compared with usual care, advice...

08/16/2024

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Meta-Analysis Shows Bidirectional Link Between Psoriasis and Asthma

07/26/2024

Jolynn Tumolo ;

A recent systematic review and meta-analysis spanning 12.4 million patients found a significant bidirectional association between psoriasis and asthma. Researchers published their findings online in BMC Pulmonary Medicine.

A recent systematic review and...

07/26/2024

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Evaluating the Demographic and Socioeconomic Factors Contributing to Asthma Disparities in the US

12/21/2023

Hannah Musick

“Asthma affects certain groups disproportionately,” said researchers. “The findings of this paper suggesting asthma disparities continue to persist may increase public health programs awareness to better deliver effective and evidence-based...

“Asthma affects certain groups...

12/21/2023

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Gender, Race, Health, and Limitation Status May Help Target Interventions to Increase Physical Activity Among Patients With Asthma

12/08/2023

Lisa Kuhns, PhD

Targeted interventions to increase physical activity among US adults with asthma may benefit from considering gender, race, health status, and limitation status, according to a study published in the Journal of Asthma.

Targeted interventions to...

12/08/2023

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Exploring the Coexistence of Chronic Conditions in Patients With Asthma: Prevalence, Risk Factors, and Medical Burden

11/16/2023

Hannah Musick

“Physicians providing asthma management should be aware of coexisting chronic diseases in asthma patients and endeavor to reduce morbidities in vulnerable patients,” said researchers.

“Physicians providing asthma...

11/16/2023

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Examining Barriers to Biosimilar Adoption in Clinical Practice

11/14/2023

Hannah Musick

This research summary explores the experiences and perspectives of academic clinicians on increasing biosimilar adoption, emphasizing the need for education and systemic changes in pricing and reimbursement to improve acceptance among...

This research summary explores...

11/14/2023

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FeNO Suppression Testing Cost Effective for Detecting Nonadherence in Difficult-to-Control Asthma

11/09/2023

Jolynn Tumolo

Fractional exhaled nitric oxide (FeNO) suppression testing (FeNOSuppT), as a screening tool before biologic therapy in difficult-to-control asthma cases, demonstrated cost savings of $4435 per patient over 1 year and was deemed cost-effective...

Fractional exhaled nitric oxide...

11/09/2023

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E-Cigarette Use Associated With Asthma Among US Adolescents

10/30/2023

Hannah Musick

This article investigates the factors associated with e-cigarette use among US adolescents and explores the relationship between e-cigarette use and asthma. Researchers provide insights into public health strategies to reduce e-cigarette use...

This article investigates the...

10/30/2023

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Examination of Racial, Socioeconomic Impact on EMS Transfers Among Children With Asthma

10/20/2023

Julie Gould

In a recent study, authors sought “to characterize differences in prehospital treatment and transport of children with suspected asthma exacerbations by race and ethnicity, within the context of community socioeconomic status.”

In a recent study, authors...

10/20/2023

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Escalating Wildfires Amplify Health Risks: How Asthma Sufferers Face Greater Exposure to Smoky Air

10/18/2023

Danielle Sposato

Vulnerable populations, including those with preexisting respiratory conditions, children, older adults, and marginalized communities, are at higher risk from wildfire smoke exposure. It can exacerbate health conditions and even impact mental...

Vulnerable populations,...

10/18/2023

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Examining Videos on YouTube for Hypertension

09/22/2014

Tim Casey

New York—An analysis of popular search terms on YouTube found that approximately two-thirds of the videos related to hypertension were useful to people; however, those videos were the least likely to be viewed. Researchers presented the...

New York—An analysis of popular...

09/22/2014

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Choice of Health Plans to Vary Sharply From State to State

06/17/2013

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Pharmacist Interventions Reduced COPD Readmission, ED Visits

04/19/2018

The hospital readmission reduction program successfully decreased readmissions and ED through use of pharmacist interventions.

The hospital readmission...

04/19/2018

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SOHO 2024 Insights: Examining the Use and Cost of Interferon Therapy for MPNs

09/13/2024

Amber Denham ;

In this interview, a leading expert discusses myeloproliferative neoplasms, as presented at the SOHO annual conference. Explore the interview to gain key insights into interferon therapies and important considerations for payers regarding...

In this interview, a leading...

09/13/2024

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The Toxic Effects of Tea Tree Oil for Treatment of Demodex Mites

11/16/2023

Hannah Musick

“Our findings show that T4O causes a dose- and time-dependent decrease in cell survival of immortalized human meibomian gland epithelial cells,” said researchers.

“Our findings show that T4O...

11/16/2023

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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.

View a roundtable discussion on...

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...

Guest expert Jordan Bazinsky...

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).

Farrukh Awan, MD, highlights...

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.

Discover how health care contact...

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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Melissa Andel, Principal, CommonHealth Solutions, LLC

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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.

Learn about the impacts of the...

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.

An expert discusses the...

05/21/2024

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

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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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