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Various Treatments Yield Sustained Reductions in Body Weight, Blood Pressure

11/24/2021

Jolynn Tumolo

Semaglutide and sodium-glucose co-transporter-2 inhibitors reduced body weight as well as diastolic and systolic blood pressure in patients with diabetes who had comorbid obesity and/or hypertension.

Semaglutide and sodium-glucose...

11/24/2021

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Treatment Likely to Improve Quality of Life in Patients With Obesity

11/10/2021

Jolynn Tumolo

Authors noted the effectiveness of semaglutide in improving weight loss-related outcomes in patients with obesity, and also discussed cost challenges related to this treatment option.

Authors noted the effectiveness...

11/10/2021

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Continued Semaglutide Leads to Further Weight Loss in Patients With Overweight/Obesity

10/25/2021

Jolynn Tumolo

“These results emphasize the chronicity of obesity and the need for treatments that can maintain and maximize weight loss," researchers wrote.

“These results emphasize the...

10/25/2021

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Obesity, Increased BMI Associated With Poorer Outcomes in Patients With COVID-19

10/18/2021

Maria Asimopoulos

Researchers noted that body mass index “should always be assessed in the management of COVID-19 patients and special attention should be given to patients with obesity.”

Researchers noted that body mass...

10/18/2021

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Treatment Reduces Appetite, Weight in Patients With Obesity

10/08/2021

Maria Asimopoulos

Patients with obesity experienced greater reductions in appetite, food consumption, and body weight while receiving once-weekly subcutaneous semaglutide 2.4 mg in comparison to placebo.

Patients with obesity...

10/08/2021

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Complications After Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy Linked With Social Determinants of Health

08/06/2021

Jolynn Tumolo

Social determinants of health increase the likelihood patients will develop postoperative complications after undergoing vertical sleeve gastrectomy, study findings show.

Social determinants of health...

08/06/2021

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Examining Effect of Time-Restricted Eating for Weight Loss in Patients With Obesity

08/03/2021

Edan Stanley

Researchers of a recent study sought to better understand the benefits of time-restricted eating on weight loss and metabolic risk markers in patients with overweight and obesity in a randomized clinical trial.

Researchers of a recent study...

08/03/2021

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Understanding Predictors of Successful Weight Loss Outcomes

07/07/2021

Edan Stanley

“Understanding the predictors of weight loss with lifestyle interventions can help to ascertain the probable outcomes of individuals with obesity who undergo such interventions,” explain researchers of a study.

“Understanding the predictors of...

07/07/2021

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Weight Loss Supplement Effective in Combination With Lifestyle Interventions

04/03/2021

Maria Asimopoulos

A meta-analysis indicated that the combination of polyglucosamine supplementation with behavioral interventions effectively reduced weight and body mass index in patients with obesity, which could minimize the risk of chronic disease in this...

A meta-analysis indicated that...

04/03/2021

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Characterizing Existing Therapies for Weight Loss in Patients With Obesity

03/03/2021

Maria Asimopoulos

Different treatment approaches including lifestyle, diet, and exercise changes; medications; and bariatric surgery, produce variable weight loss in patients with obesity.

Different treatment approaches...

03/03/2021

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Abuse and Misuse of Opioid Medications

09/19/2013

Tim Casey

Opioid medications have been proven effective in treating chronic pain; however, they are also associated with misuse, abuse, and diversion.

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09/19/2013

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Changes in Appearance of Medicine Effects Patient Adherence

07/15/2014

A recent study found that individuals are more likely to stop taking their medication after a heart attack if the appearance of their medication changes without explanation [Ann Intern Med. 2014;161(2):96-103]. Aaron S. Kesselheim, MD, JD,...

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New FDA Commissioner Confirmed by Senate

05/10/2017

On Tuesday, the US Senate confirmed Scott Gottlieb, MD, to head the US Food and Drug Administration.

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05/10/2017

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Behavior Focused Care: The Next Frontier

08/11/2021

Asaf Kleinbort, CEO and cofounder, Medorion

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“The next frontier in public health will be scalable personalized communication, and it will seismically change the interactions between payer, provider, and health care recipient,” says Asaf Kleinbort, CEO and cofounder, Medorion.

“The next frontier in public...

08/11/2021

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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,...

Key stakeholders in the health...

06/11/2024

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Melissa Andel, Principal, CommonHealth Solutions, LLC

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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.

Learn about the impacts of the...

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.

An expert discusses the...

05/21/2024

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Jennifer L. Mathieu Senior Vice President, Professional and Government Affairs at AMCP

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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.

Learn about developments in...

05/15/2024

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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

Featuring Tejaswi Kompala, MD, head o...

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.

Delve into the rising demand for...

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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02/27/2024

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Advancements and Challenges in Diabetes Management

02/27/2024

Featuring Mansur Shomali, MD, chief medical officer at Welldoc, endocrinologist at MedStar Health

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Learn about the state of digital therapeutics for disease management such as diabetes care in terms of cost, outcomes, integration, and more with Dr Mansur Shomali, CMO at Welldoc.

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