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Using Deep Learning to Measure MS-Specific Brain Damage Beyond Aging

11/11/2024

A new study published in Neurology aimed to differentiate age-related brain changes from multiple sclerosis (MS)-specific neurodegeneration using MRI.

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11/11/2024

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Impact of Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors on Multiple Sclerosis Treatment Outcomes

10/29/2024

Grace Taylor , MS, MA;

Relapses and progression of multiple sclerosis were rare in patients treated with immune checkpoint inhibitors, according to a study presented at the American Academy of Neurology 2024 Annual Meeting.

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10/29/2024

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Transcriptional Signatures of Multiple Sclerosis May Explain Female-Biased Gene Expression

10/29/2024

A study presented at the American Academy of Neurology 2024 Annual Meeting identified distinct transcriptional signatures in multiple sclerosis (MS) that may explain its higher prevalence in females.

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10/29/2024

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Data on Black/African American and Hispanic/Latino Patients With Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis Receiving Ocrelizumab: CHIMES Trial 

10/28/2024

Grace Taylor , MS, MA;

The CHIMES study assessed the efficacy and safety of ocrelizumab in Black/African American and Hispanic/Latino individuals with relapsing multiple sclerosis (MS).

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10/28/2024

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Risk of Disease Activity After Discontinuation of Disease-Modifying Drugs for Multiple Sclerosis

10/25/2024

Researchers examined the risk of disease activity in patients with multiple sclerosis after discontinuing disease-modifying drugs.

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10/25/2024

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Subcutaneous Ocrelizumab Shows Noninferiority to Intravenous Administration in Multiple Sclerosis Treatment

10/25/2024

The OCARINA II study demonstrates that subcutaneous ocrelizumab is noninferior to intravenous administration in efficacy and safety for treating relapsing and primary progressive multiple sclerosis.

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10/25/2024

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COVID-19 Vaccination Does Not Increase Relapse Risk in Patients With Multiple Sclerosis

09/19/2024

Lisa Kuhns , PhD, MD;

COVID-19 vaccination does not increase the risk of severe relapse for most patients with multiple sclerosis (MS), according to study results published in the American Journal of Neurology.

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09/19/2024

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The Role of BDNF in MS Remains Ambiguous

08/16/2024

Jolynn Tumolo ;

Current evidence regarding the role of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) in patients with multiple sclerosis (MS) is largely inconclusive, according to a review article published in Frontiers in Neurology.

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08/16/2024

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‘Hidden’ Signs May Signal Subclinical Progression in Early MS

07/15/2024

Jolynn Tumolo ;

Focusing solely on relapse rates and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) lesion activity to track disease progression in patients with early multiple sclerosis (MS) may miss indicators of subclinical disease activity, with important implications...

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07/15/2024

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MS Disease-Modifying Treatments Affect Cellular Response to Epstein-Barr Virus Antigen

06/14/2024

Jolynn Tumolo ;

Testing cellular response to Epstein-Barr virus nuclear antigen-1 (EBNA-1) may benefit patients with multiple sclerosis (MS), suggests a study published in the journal Neurology: Neuroimmunology & Neuroinflammation.

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06/14/2024

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Managing Chronic Kidney Disease in Older Adults

11/03/2014

Eileen Koutnik-Fotopoulos ;

Chronic kidney disease is pervasive in the older population. The progression of CKD can have a significant affect on the overall prognosis of a geriatric patient.

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11/03/2014

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US Government Proposes More Transparency in Clinical Trials

11/19/2014

Health officials proposed significantly expanding what researchers are required to report about clinical trials of drugs, devices, and other interventions.

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11/19/2014

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Device Could Reduce Direct Medical Costs For Patients with COPD

11/15/2017

Recent research in the International Journal of COPD found that a handheld mechanical oscillating positive expiratory pressure device could significantly improve post-exacerbation care.

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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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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.

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05/21/2024

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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.

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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.

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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

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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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04/05/2024

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Integrating Behavioral Health Services to Reduce ED Visits: Substance Use Disorder and Social Determinants of Health

03/27/2024

Featuring Tom Zaubler, MD, MPH, CMO at NeuroFlow

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Join us for the continuation of an engaging two-part series showcasing an expert dedicated to reducing emergency department visits through the integration of behavioral health practices. Dr Zaubler will share invaluable insights into...

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03/27/2024

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Integrating Behavioral Health Services to Reduce ED Visits: Suicide Prevention and Preemptive Primary Care

03/25/2024

Featuring Tom Zaubler, MD, MPH, CMO at NeuroFlow

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Come join us for the first installment of a captivating two-part series featuring an expert committed to minimizing emergency department visits through the implementation of behavioral health integrations. Dr Zaubler will offer valuable...

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03/25/2024

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Navigating the Evolution of Digital Solutions in Health Care

02/27/2024

Featuring Yash Prajapati, consultant at ZS Associates

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Join us in exploring the challenges and opportunities in the development, approval, and integration of digital therapeutic solutions with ZS Associates consultant Yash Prajapati.

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