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Demodex Mites Detected in 80% of Patients With Rosacea

05/22/2024

A dermoscopic evaluation detected Demodex mites in 80% of patients with rosacea compared with just 20% of patients in a control group, researchers reported in a study published in the journal Northern Clinics of Istanbul.

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05/22/2024

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Keratoconus Appears to be Associated With Demodex Mites

05/16/2024

Jolynn Tumolo ;

Keratoconus, an eye disorder that leads to gradual curvature of the cornea, may be associated with Demodex infestation, suggests a small study published in the Oman Journal of Ophthalmology.

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05/16/2024

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Hospital Costs May Be Higher for Patients With Private Insurance

05/14/2024

Hannah Musick ;

A recent research report reveals that individuals with private health insurance pay 254% more for hospital procedures than Medicare rates, leading to potentially increased costs for millions of Americans.

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05/14/2024

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Study Finds No Treatment-Related Adverse Events in Boys Treated With Purified FIX Concentrate

05/09/2024

Jolynn Tumolo ;

Purified factor IX (FIX) concentrate was effective in treating and preventing bleeding episodes in real-world pediatric patients 6 years and younger with hemophilia B, according to a study published in the Journal of Blood Medicine.

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05/09/2024

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Demodex Infestation Found in 9 of 10 Eye Clinic Patients Using 2-Minute Technique

05/09/2024

Jolynn Tumolo ;

Demodex mites were found in the eyelashes of 94% of patients examined with a simple diagnostic technique at a standard ophthalmic practice, according to a study published online in the journal Clinical Ophthalmology.

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05/09/2024

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Debate Emerges Over FDA's Plan to Regulate Laboratory Medical Tests

05/03/2024

Hannah Musick ;

The FDA's new regulations on laboratory-developed tests have sparked debate over access to innovative tests and patient care in the medical field, with opponents arguing that increased oversight could hinder the development of crucial new...

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05/03/2024

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Analysis Shows Proposed CMS ‘Best Price’ Rule May Increase Rebate Liability, Impacting Medicaid

04/26/2024

Dean Celia ;

A proposed rule from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), “Misclassification of Drugs, Program Administration and Program Integrity Updates Under the Medicaid Drug Rebate Program,” has been in the spotlight recently. Major health...

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04/26/2024

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Rebalancing Coagulation Pathways and Human Factor 9 Gene Knock-In Strategy Identified for Hemophilia B

04/25/2024

Grace Taylor

A study published in Molecular Therapy Nucleic Acids highlights a treatment strategy for treating hemophilia B by combining rebalancing coagulation pathways and human factor 9 (hF9) gene knock-in (KI) using a lipid nanoparticle and...

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04/25/2024

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Neurologist Recognized for Pioneering MS Research and Treatment Strategies

04/24/2024

Hannah Musick ;

Dr Rhonda Voskuhl received the 2024 John Dystel prize for her groundbreaking research on sex differences in multiple sclerosis (MS), advancing women's health.

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04/24/2024

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Chicago Sky Blue May be Considered as a Diagnostic Stain for Visualizing Demodex in Patients With Demodex Blepharitis

04/24/2024

Lisa Kuhns , PhD, MD;

Chicago sky blue is a promising stain that can identify and quantify the number of Demodex mites in patients with Demodex blepharitis, according to a study published in PeerJ.

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04/24/2024

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Most Effective Complementary, Alternative Medicine for Psoriasis

11/12/2018

Researchers recently examined complementary and alternative medicine therapies for the treatment of plaque psoriasis and identified the most effective treatments.

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11/12/2018

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Access to Multiple Health Systems May Put Patients at Risk

12/19/2016

The safety of patients with dementia who received prescriptions through both the Veterans Affairs system and through Medicare Part D was compromised.

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12/19/2016

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Lower Medicaid Dispensing Fees May Pressure Pharmacies

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Stem Cells Offer Promising Key to New Malaria Drugs - US Research

02/13/2015

Human stem cells engineered to produce renewable sources of mature, liver-like cells can be grown and infected with malaria to test potentially life-saving new drugs.

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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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