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Retrospective Study Shows Potential of Dexamethasone Implant for Treatment-Resistant Diabetic Macular Edema
02/01/2024
“The study’s findings provide insights into improving visual acuity and reducing macular thickness, along with manageable IOP changes,” said researchers. “This personalized approach is a valuable addition to DME management, especially for...
“The study’s findings provide insights into improving visual acuity and reducing macular thickness, along with manageable IOP changes,” said researchers. “This personalized approach is a valuable addition to DME management, especially for...
“The study’s findings provide...
02/01/2024
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Risk of MS Lower in People Living With HIV
01/10/2024
People living with HIV have a lower risk of multiple sclerosis, according to an article published ahead of print in Annals of Neurology.
People living with HIV have a lower risk of multiple sclerosis, according to an article published ahead of print in Annals of Neurology.
People living with HIV have a...
01/10/2024
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Subthreshold Micropulse Laser Equivalent to Standard Laser Therapy for DME
01/10/2024
Subthreshold micropulse laser therapy was comparable in both efficacy and cost to standard laser therapy in patients with diabetic macular edema (DME) with central retinal thickness less than 400 μm, according to a noninferiority trial...
Subthreshold micropulse laser therapy was comparable in both efficacy and cost to standard laser therapy in patients with diabetic macular edema (DME) with central retinal thickness less than 400 μm, according to a noninferiority trial...
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01/10/2024
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Inhibiting HIF-1 and its Downstream RPE Products: A Novel Therapeutic Avenue for Choroidal Neovascularization in Age-Related Macular Degeneration
01/05/2024
Increased expression of HIF-1α in retinal pigment epithelium (RPE) cells subjected to oxidative stress promotes choroidal neovascularization (CNV) in patients with age-related macular degeneration (AMD), while inadequate HIF-1α expression in...
Increased expression of HIF-1α in retinal pigment epithelium (RPE) cells subjected to oxidative stress promotes choroidal neovascularization (CNV) in patients with age-related macular degeneration (AMD), while inadequate HIF-1α expression in...
Increased expression of HIF-1α...
01/05/2024
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Evaluating the Demographic and Socioeconomic Factors Contributing to Asthma Disparities in the US
12/21/2023
“Asthma affects certain groups disproportionately,” said researchers. “The findings of this paper suggesting asthma disparities continue to persist may increase public health programs awareness to better deliver effective and evidence-based...
“Asthma affects certain groups disproportionately,” said researchers. “The findings of this paper suggesting asthma disparities continue to persist may increase public health programs awareness to better deliver effective and evidence-based...
“Asthma affects certain groups...
12/21/2023
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Bimekizumab Demonstrates Rapid and Sustained Efficacy in Treating NrxSpA, Regardless of Prior TNF Inhibitor Exposure
12/21/2023
A new monoclonal antibody, bimekizumab (BKZ), demonstrated promising results in improving efficacy outcomes for patients with axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA), even in those who have lost response to TNF inhibitors or are intolerant to them,...
A new monoclonal antibody, bimekizumab (BKZ), demonstrated promising results in improving efficacy outcomes for patients with axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA), even in those who have lost response to TNF inhibitors or are intolerant to them,...
A new monoclonal antibody,...
12/21/2023
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Comparing the Cost-Effectiveness of Phototherapy and Biologics for Psoriasis and Atopic Dermatitis Treatment
12/21/2023
"This study is necessary to allow physicians, patients, and health systems to make informed decisions regarding cost-efficacy for a variety of treatment options," said researchers.
"This study is necessary to allow physicians, patients, and health systems to make informed decisions regarding cost-efficacy for a variety of treatment options," said researchers.
"This study is necessary to...
12/21/2023
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Trends and Factors Influencing Biosimilar Utilization for Preventing Febrile Neutropenia in Patients With Cancer
12/21/2023
“This cross-sectional study found that utilization of G-CSFs increased among patients with cancer with high FN risk in both a commercially and Medicare-insured population, but 14% to 17% of patients still did not receive preventive...
“This cross-sectional study found that utilization of G-CSFs increased among patients with cancer with high FN risk in both a commercially and Medicare-insured population, but 14% to 17% of patients still did not receive preventive...
“This cross-sectional study...
12/21/2023
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Targeted Medicine and Biological Therapies Fighting Type 2 Inflammation in Patients With Asthma
12/20/2023
In a recent review, Imran Howell, University of Oxford, UK, and colleagues sought to understand the impact of biological therapies and targeted medicines for type 2 inflammation in patients with asthma.
In a recent review, Imran Howell, University of Oxford, UK, and colleagues sought to understand the impact of biological therapies and targeted medicines for type 2 inflammation in patients with asthma.
In a recent review, Imran...
12/20/2023
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Comfort, Interest, and Therapy Choices Differ Between Hidradenitis Suppurativa Experts and Non-Experts in Complex Cases
12/20/2023
“Although North American guidelines for HS management were recently published in 2019 from both the United States and Canadian HS Foundations, barriers to HS expertise among dermatologists still exist,” wrote coauthors.
“Although North American guidelines for HS management were recently published in 2019 from both the United States and Canadian HS Foundations, barriers to HS expertise among dermatologists still exist,” wrote coauthors.
“Although North American...
12/20/2023
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The Nondelegation Doctrine: The Next Constitutional Showdown (Part 1)
02/12/2025
Just when you thought the dust had settled from the Chevron decision, the Supreme Court is gearing up to hear arguments in Federal Communications Commission v Consumers' Research next month, potentially reviving the long-dormant nondelegation...
Just when you thought the dust had settled from the Chevron decision, the Supreme Court is gearing up to hear arguments in Federal Communications Commission v Consumers' Research next month, potentially reviving the long-dormant nondelegation...
Just when you thought the dust...
02/12/2025
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No, President Trump Did Not Actually Sign an Executive Order That Would Increase Drug Costs for Beneficiaries
02/05/2025
On inauguration day, President Trump issued an executive order rescinding several Biden-era health care initiatives, including 3 experimental drug pricing models developed by the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI). Oh boy did...
On inauguration day, President Trump issued an executive order rescinding several Biden-era health care initiatives, including 3 experimental drug pricing models developed by the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI). Oh boy did...
On inauguration day, President...
02/05/2025
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Robert F. Kennedy Jr’s Confirmation and the Unexpected Turn in the Drug Pricing Debate
01/29/2025
The Plot Thickens in Drug Pricing Drama Just when you thought the drug pricing debate couldn't get more interesting, Robert F. Kennedy Jr adds an unexpected twist. During closed-door Senate meetings, President Trump’s US Department of...
The Plot Thickens in Drug Pricing Drama Just when you thought the drug pricing debate couldn't get more interesting, Robert F. Kennedy Jr adds an unexpected twist. During closed-door Senate meetings, President Trump’s US Department of...
The Plot Thickens in Drug...
01/29/2025
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Medicare Drug Negotiations 2.0: New Administration, Same Mission?
01/22/2025
Last week brought 2 major developments in health care policy: President Trump's inauguration and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services’ (CMS) announcement of 15 additional drugs selected for Medicare price negotiations. While these...
Last week brought 2 major developments in health care policy: President Trump's inauguration and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services’ (CMS) announcement of 15 additional drugs selected for Medicare price negotiations. While these...
Last week brought 2 major...
01/22/2025
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The First 100 Days: Health Care's Critical Deadlines in 2025
01/15/2025
The 119th Congress faces immediate health care deadlines amid significant leadership transitions. While much attention focuses on high-profile nominations like Dr Oz for Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Administrator and...
The 119th Congress faces immediate health care deadlines amid significant leadership transitions. While much attention focuses on high-profile nominations like Dr Oz for Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Administrator and...
The 119th Congress faces...
01/15/2025
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Trump's Executive Orders in a Post-Chevron World: Implications for Health Care Policy
01/08/2025
Happy New Year! As we dive into 2025, it’s clear that this year promises to bring significant changes to health care. With President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration just weeks away, the spotlight is already shifting to how his...
Happy New Year! As we dive into 2025, it’s clear that this year promises to bring significant changes to health care. With President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration just weeks away, the spotlight is already shifting to how his...
Happy New Year! As we dive into...
01/08/2025
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A Tale of Two Congresses—Health Care Policy in the 117th vs 118th
12/18/2024
The 118th Congress is wrapping up with a whimper rather than a bang when it comes to health care legislation, particularly compared to its predecessor's transformative impact on pharmaceutical policy. As we reflect on these past 4 years, the...
The 118th Congress is wrapping up with a whimper rather than a bang when it comes to health care legislation, particularly compared to its predecessor's transformative impact on pharmaceutical policy. As we reflect on these past 4 years, the...
The 118th Congress is wrapping...
12/18/2024
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Medicare Privatization Under New CMS Leadership: What's Really at Stake
12/11/2024
After writing about Dr Oz's potential impact on Medicare drug negotiations last week, I found myself diving deeper into an aspect of his nomination that deserves closer attention: his vision for Medicare's future. A letter from Senate...
After writing about Dr Oz's potential impact on Medicare drug negotiations last week, I found myself diving deeper into an aspect of his nomination that deserves closer attention: his vision for Medicare's future. A letter from Senate...
After writing about Dr Oz's...
12/11/2024
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Medicare Drug Negotiations Under New CMS Leadership
12/04/2024
President-elect Donald Trump nominated Dr Mehmet Oz to lead the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). With this potential change in leadership, are there any implications for Medicare’s drug price negotiation program,...
President-elect Donald Trump nominated Dr Mehmet Oz to lead the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). With this potential change in leadership, are there any implications for Medicare’s drug price negotiation program,...
President-elect Donald Trump...
12/04/2024
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When Recess Isn’t a Break: What NLRB v Canning Means for HHS
11/20/2024
As Robert F. Kennedy Jr’s nomination for Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) moves through the Senate, there’s growing discussion about whether a recess appointment could be used to bypass confirmation challenges. The Supreme Court’s...
As Robert F. Kennedy Jr’s nomination for Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) moves through the Senate, there’s growing discussion about whether a recess appointment could be used to bypass confirmation challenges. The Supreme Court’s...
As Robert F. Kennedy Jr’s...
11/20/2024
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