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Digital Inhaler Associated With Heightened Odds of Improvement in Asthma Control

09/23/2022

“This study highlights the potential of a digital health tool to support asthma management and physician-patient interactions and discussions around inhaler technique and adherence," researchers said.

“This study highlights the...

09/23/2022

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Real-World Data Highlights Adherence Benefits for Patients With Asthma

09/02/2022

Edan Stanley ;

“Insight into the impact of adherence on the burden of asthma is important for health care stakeholders and can assist in directing future efforts to improve clinical and economic outcomes for patients with asthma,” said researchers.

“Insight into the impact of...

09/02/2022

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Type 2 Inflammation-Specific Agents Ease Asthma Exacerbations

08/25/2022

Jolynn Tumolo ;

An analysis showed agents that target interleukins are significantly associated with reduced rates of asthma exacerbation for patients with severe disease.

An analysis showed agents that...

08/25/2022

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Treatment Improves Lung Function in Patients With Moderate to Severe Type 2 Asthma

08/03/2022

Samantha Matthews ;

Findings showed dupilumab treatment improved lung function and reduced the impact of exacerbations on lung function in patients with moderate to severe type 2 asthma.

Findings showed dupilumab...

08/03/2022

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Treatment Shows Early Effectiveness in Real-World Patients With Severe Asthma

06/30/2022

Jolynn Tumolo ;

Patients experienced improvements in asthmatic symptoms, lung function, and fractional exhaled nitric oxide after treatment with a monoclonal antibody.

Patients experienced...

06/30/2022

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Even With Biologics, Asthma Not Well Controlled in Most Patients With Severe Disease

06/10/2022

Jolynn Tumolo ;

Researchers identified unmet need in US patients with severe asthma who have residual disease despite the use of biologics.

Researchers identified unmet...

06/10/2022

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Long-term Treatment Sustains Corticosteroid Dose Reductions in Severe Asthma

04/19/2022

Jolynn Tumolo ;

Patients maintained low asthma exacerbation rates and reduced oral corticosteroid use after long-term treatment with a monoclonal antibody, findings showed.

Patients maintained low asthma...

04/19/2022

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Severe Asthma Exacerbation Rates Appear Lower With Dupilumab Than Other Biologics

02/24/2022

Jolynn Tumolo ;

Authors of an indirect treatment comparison found that dupilumab improved asthma severity more than other biologics such as benralizumab and omalizumab.

Authors of an indirect treatment...

02/24/2022

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New Strategies, Education Needed for Parents Seeking Asthma Care for Children

12/28/2021

Samantha Matthews ;

Recent data shows education levels, race/ethnicity, and preferred language significantly correlate with a parent’s self-management knowledge when seeking asthma care for their children.

Recent data shows education...

12/28/2021

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Monoclonal Antibodies Reduce Exacerbation Rates in Type 2 Asthma

12/22/2021

Samantha Matthews ;

Biologics significantly reduced exacerbation rates of severe persistent eosinophilic asthma compared to placebo, according to a network meta-analysis.

Biologics significantly reduced...

12/22/2021

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Patient-Reported Outcomes Similarly Impacted By Migraine Treatments

05/17/2019

Researchers recently found that patient-reported outcomes (PROs) were no different among patients treated with calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP) antagonists or onabotulinumtoxinA (ONA) for the indication of chronic migraine prophylaxis.

Researchers recently found that...

05/17/2019

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Cancer`s growing burden: the high cost of care

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Mergers Pave Way for Good Opportunity to Enter Medicare Advantage Market

11/06/2015

While the largest insurance companies await their fate at the hands of federal regulators, other plans and investors should pay close attention to the opportunity to acquire divested plans from the two deals.

While the largest insurance...

11/06/2015

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Trial to Test CAR T-Cell Therapy for Refractory Progressive MS

03/18/2024

Jolynn Tumolo ;

An autologous, fully human CD19 chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T-cell product candidate recently received clearance from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as an investigational new drug for the treatment of patients with refractory...

An autologous, fully human CD19...

03/18/2024

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Cost-Effective Treatment Option for Tremor-Dominant Parkinson Disease

10/13/2020

Magnetic resonance-guided focused ultrasound thalamotomy is more cost-effective than continued medical therapy for patients with tremor-dominant Parkinson disease.

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10/13/2020

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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).

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.

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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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