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Costs Associated with Inadequate Response to Treatment for MDD
09/14/2012
Major depressive disorder is associated with chronic impairment of psychosocial and occupational functioning, creating an economic burden.
Major depressive disorder is associated with chronic impairment of psychosocial and occupational functioning, creating an economic burden.
Major depressive disorder is...
09/14/2012
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Vilazodone Superior to Placebo for Treatment of Depression
09/14/2012
Philadelphia—Among patients with major depressive disorder (MDD), those with more severe depression have longer duration of illness, increased comorbidity and mortality, fewer spontaneous remissions, and more recurrences. A previous study...
Philadelphia—Among patients with major depressive disorder (MDD), those with more severe depression have longer duration of illness, increased comorbidity and mortality, fewer spontaneous remissions, and more recurrences. A previous study...
Philadelphia—Among patients with...
09/14/2012
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Adherence to Antipsychotic Drugs for Patients with Schizophrenia
09/14/2012
Philadelphia—Patients who adhere to their antipsychotic medications are less likely to be hospitalized and spend less time in the hospital when admitted, according to a retrospective database analysis. The inverse relationship between...
Philadelphia—Patients who adhere to their antipsychotic medications are less likely to be hospitalized and spend less time in the hospital when admitted, according to a retrospective database analysis. The inverse relationship between...
Philadelphia—Patients who adhere...
09/14/2012
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Complications in Medicaid Patients with Irritable Bowel Syndrome and Constipation
09/14/2012
Most Medicaid patients in Missouri with irritable bowel syndrome with constipation or chronic constipation had an unmet medical need or treatment failure.
Most Medicaid patients in Missouri with irritable bowel syndrome with constipation or chronic constipation had an unmet medical need or treatment failure.
Most Medicaid patients in...
09/14/2012
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New Colonoscope to Detect Polyps
09/14/2012
San Diego—Endoscopists who used a high-definition, dual-focus colonoscope were >2 times as likely to detect diminutive (≤5 mm) polyps and had a significantly higher proportion of accurate predictions compared with those who used a standard...
San Diego—Endoscopists who used a high-definition, dual-focus colonoscope were >2 times as likely to detect diminutive (≤5 mm) polyps and had a significantly higher proportion of accurate predictions compared with those who used a standard...
San Diego—Endoscopists who used...
09/14/2012
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Incidence of Hepatitis C Among People with Cirrhosis Is Increasing
09/14/2012
San Diego—In the next decade, the proportion of people with hepatitis C who have cirrhosis, decompensation, and hepatocellular carcinoma is expected to increase. The complications will primarily affect people between 60 and 80 years of age.
San Diego—In the next decade, the proportion of people with hepatitis C who have cirrhosis, decompensation, and hepatocellular carcinoma is expected to increase. The complications will primarily affect people between 60 and 80 years of age.
San Diego—In the next decade,...
09/14/2012
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Telaprevir and Health-Related Quality of Life
09/14/2012
San Diego—Post hoc analyses of a large phase 3, randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blind study found that adding telaprevir to the standard of care for treating chronic hepatitis C does not significantly decrease a patient’s...
San Diego—Post hoc analyses of a large phase 3, randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blind study found that adding telaprevir to the standard of care for treating chronic hepatitis C does not significantly decrease a patient’s...
San Diego—Post hoc analyses of a...
09/14/2012
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Statin Therapy in Cirrhosis Patients
09/14/2012
San Diego—A retrospective database analysis of patients with cirrhosis found that statin therapy contributed to reduced liver disease progression and lower all-cause mortality rates. Sonal Kumar, MD, the lead author of the study and a...
San Diego—A retrospective database analysis of patients with cirrhosis found that statin therapy contributed to reduced liver disease progression and lower all-cause mortality rates. Sonal Kumar, MD, the lead author of the study and a...
San Diego—A retrospective...
09/14/2012
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New Approaches to Treating Diverticular Disease
09/14/2012
San Diego—Recent research has indicated healthcare professionals should consider new approaches when treating diverticular disease, which affects the colon and has no known cause. Primarily, the disease affects older adults, however, the...
San Diego—Recent research has indicated healthcare professionals should consider new approaches when treating diverticular disease, which affects the colon and has no known cause. Primarily, the disease affects older adults, however, the...
San Diego—Recent research has...
09/14/2012
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Armodafinil for Patients with Shift Work Disorder
09/14/2012
Philadelphia—It is estimated that 21 million people in the United States work shifts outside of the normal workday, which is defined as any time from 6 am to 6 pm. People who work at night or on early morning shifts are at an increased risk...
Philadelphia—It is estimated that 21 million people in the United States work shifts outside of the normal workday, which is defined as any time from 6 am to 6 pm. People who work at night or on early morning shifts are at an increased risk...
Philadelphia—It is estimated...
09/14/2012
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Zolpidem Tartrate Sublingual Tablets to Treat Insomnia
08/16/2012
Boston—According to a post hoc analysis of a double-blind, placebo-controlled cross-over study, patients who took 1.75 mg and 3.5 mg of zolpidem tartrate sublingual tablets had a significantly shorter time to sleep compared with those who...
Boston—According to a post hoc analysis of a double-blind, placebo-controlled cross-over study, patients who took 1.75 mg and 3.5 mg of zolpidem tartrate sublingual tablets had a significantly shorter time to sleep compared with those who...
Boston—According to a post hoc...
08/16/2012
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10/20/2016
President Barack Obama recently spoke in Florida, and said that his departure from office in January might be what it takes to begin to reverse the political scars over the Affordable Care Act and allow for needed fixes to his signature...
President Barack Obama recently spoke in Florida, and said that his departure from office in January might be what it takes to begin to reverse the political scars over the Affordable Care Act and allow for needed fixes to his signature...
President Barack Obama recently...
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Bridging the Gaps in Prior Authorization: Challenges, Solutions, and Collaboration for Better Patient Care
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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
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.
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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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.
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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...
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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...
Guest expert Jordan Bazinsky...
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...
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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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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 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.
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