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Foam Approved for Acne Vulgaris - Fabior™ (tazarotene) Foam, 0.1%
08/15/2013
The FDA approved tazarotene foam for acne vulgaris based on the results of two, phase 3 studies conducted in the US and Canada. 
The FDA approved tazarotene foam for acne vulgaris based on the results of two, phase 3 studies conducted in the US and Canada. 
The FDA approved tazarotene foam...
08/15/2013
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Omacetaxine Mepesuccinate for Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
08/15/2013
Chicago—Of patients with chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) who are treated with tyrosine-kinase inhibitors (TKIs), 20% to 30% develop resistance to the drugs; others are intolerant.
Chicago—Of patients with chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) who are treated with tyrosine-kinase inhibitors (TKIs), 20% to 30% develop resistance to the drugs; others are intolerant.
Chicago—Of patients with chronic...
08/15/2013
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Nivolumab to Treat Advanced Melanoma
08/15/2013
Chicago—After 2 years of treatment, 43% of patients with advanced melanoma who received nivolumab were alive, according to a phase 1 study. The 1-year overall survival rate was 62%, and median overall survival was 16.8 months. All patients...
Chicago—After 2 years of treatment, 43% of patients with advanced melanoma who received nivolumab were alive, according to a phase 1 study. The 1-year overall survival rate was 62%, and median overall survival was 16.8 months. All patients...
Chicago—After 2 years of...
08/15/2013
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Patient-Reported Outcomes in Patients with Multiple Myeloma
08/15/2013
Chicago—A broad perspective of disease burden and impact of treatment may be gained utilizing patient-reported outcomes (PROs) such as health-related quality of life (HRQoL). For patients with multiple myeloma (MM) and other hematologic...
Chicago—A broad perspective of disease burden and impact of treatment may be gained utilizing patient-reported outcomes (PROs) such as health-related quality of life (HRQoL). For patients with multiple myeloma (MM) and other hematologic...
Chicago—A broad perspective of...
08/15/2013
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Lenvatinib for Advanced BRAF Wild-Type Melanoma
08/15/2013
Chicago—At a minimum of 15 months follow-up, patients with unresectable, metastatic BRAF wild-type melanoma who received 24 mg of lenvatinib once daily had a median progression-free survival of 3.7 months and a median overall survival of 9.5...
Chicago—At a minimum of 15 months follow-up, patients with unresectable, metastatic BRAF wild-type melanoma who received 24 mg of lenvatinib once daily had a median progression-free survival of 3.7 months and a median overall survival of 9.5...
Chicago—At a minimum of 15...
08/15/2013
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Survey on Oncology Drug Shortages
08/15/2013
Chicago—According to a survey, most oncologists and hematologists have faced drug shortages in recent years and have had to deny, delay, or modify treatment regimens for cancer patients. Although the scarcity of these drugs has received...
Chicago—According to a survey, most oncologists and hematologists have faced drug shortages in recent years and have had to deny, delay, or modify treatment regimens for cancer patients. Although the scarcity of these drugs has received...
Chicago—According to a survey,...
08/15/2013
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Butrans® (buprenorphine) Transdermal System and Chronic Low Back Pain
08/15/2013
Patients with moderate-to-severe chronic low back pain who received 12 weeks of treatment with the Butrans® (buprenorphine) transdermal system had significant improvements in several activities of daily living compared with a placebo group.
Patients with moderate-to-severe chronic low back pain who received 12 weeks of treatment with the Butrans® (buprenorphine) transdermal system had significant improvements in several activities of daily living compared with a placebo group.
Patients with moderate-to-severe...
08/15/2013
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Opioid Usage and Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy
08/15/2013
An analysis of a claims database found that 61% of patients with diabetic peripheral neuropathy had not received treatment for the disease.Although if patients took medications, they typically used opioids to manage the condition.
An analysis of a claims database found that 61% of patients with diabetic peripheral neuropathy had not received treatment for the disease.Although if patients took medications, they typically used opioids to manage the condition.
An analysis of a claims database...
08/15/2013
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Linaclotide for Treatment of IBS-C and Chronic Constipation
08/15/2013
There are limited options available for the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome with constipation, but linaclotide has recently been approved.
There are limited options available for the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome with constipation, but linaclotide has recently been approved.
There are limited options...
08/15/2013
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Value-Based Healthcare
08/15/2013
Fort Lauderdale—In the United States, approximately 100 million adults have chronic pain, which is associated with $275 billion in healthcare costs and $300 billion in lost worker productivity each year. The combined costs are larger than...
Fort Lauderdale—In the United States, approximately 100 million adults have chronic pain, which is associated with $275 billion in healthcare costs and $300 billion in lost worker productivity each year. The combined costs are larger than...
Fort Lauderdale—In the United...
08/15/2013
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Biotechnology Initial Public Offerings Soar in 2013
02/13/2014
New York—After several poor years, the biotechnology industry rebounded in 2013 with 45 initial public offerings (IPOs) of biotechnology companies and more money flowing into the sector. It was the most activity in the sector since 2000, and...
New York—After several poor years, the biotechnology industry rebounded in 2013 with 45 initial public offerings (IPOs) of biotechnology companies and more money flowing into the sector. It was the most activity in the sector since 2000, and...
New York—After several poor...
02/13/2014
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Study: Pediatric Patients Benefit From PCMH Utilization
03/22/2017
Researchers argue that public funding efforts should be invested in improving the use of patient centered medical homes for children covered under public insurance, or those who have no insurance at all.
Researchers argue that public funding efforts should be invested in improving the use of patient centered medical homes for children covered under public insurance, or those who have no insurance at all.
Researchers argue that public...
03/22/2017
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High Deductible Health Plans Associated With No Change in Asthma Care
10/26/2021
Authors noted that enrollment in high deductible health plans “was associated with minimal or no reductions in controller medication use for children and adults and no change in asthma exacerbations,” suggesting a potential benefit from...
Authors noted that enrollment in high deductible health plans “was associated with minimal or no reductions in controller medication use for children and adults and no change in asthma exacerbations,” suggesting a potential benefit from...
Authors noted that enrollment in...
10/26/2021
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Cancer Screening Cessation for Older Adults
06/26/2013
There are many educational efforts designed to increase the rates of screening for cancer, which is an important part of standard medical care. However, the balance of the risks and benefits of screening are affected by situations such as...
There are many educational efforts designed to increase the rates of screening for cancer, which is an important part of standard medical care. However, the balance of the risks and benefits of screening are affected by situations such as...
There are many educational...
06/26/2013
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Mylan gets approval for generic Effexor XR
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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 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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The Evolving Role of CGRP-targeting Therapies in Migraine Prevention
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Unmet Needs in the Treatment and Management of Non–Small Cell Lung Cancer
09/26/2024
Alexander I. Spira, MD, PhD, discusses significant unmet needs in the treatment and management of non–small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).
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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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.
Learn about research developments in 1L therapy for NSCLC patients with EGFR mutations and how outcomes may impact coverage and reimbursement decisions for insurers.
Learn about research...
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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 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 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 Awan, MD, highlights promising therapies and clinical trials within the field of chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL).
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
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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 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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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 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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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 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...
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