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Identifying Risk Factors of Lower Extremity Venous Thromboembolism, Why DOACs Should be Considered for Anticoagulation
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Identifying Risk Factors of Lower Extremity Venous Thromboembolism, Why DOACs Should be Considered for Anticoagulation
11/11/2020
Gregory Piazza, MD, MS, director, Vascular Medicine Section, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, discusses his recent research that describes the growing list of risk factors for venous thromboembolism, such as atherosclerotic cardiovascular...
Gregory Piazza, MD, MS, director, Vascular Medicine Section, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, discusses his recent research that describes the growing list of risk factors for venous thromboembolism, such as atherosclerotic cardiovascular...
Gregory Piazza, MD, MS,...
11/11/2020
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Using Population Health to Link Sleep Schedules, Asthma Diagnosis
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Using Population Health to Link Sleep Schedules, Asthma Diagnosis
10/02/2020
Lakiea Wright, MD, highlights recent research that examines the association between asthma diagnosis and sleep schedules, and reinforces the importance of addressing various population health factors in care.
Lakiea Wright, MD, highlights recent research that examines the association between asthma diagnosis and sleep schedules, and reinforces the importance of addressing various population health factors in care.
Lakiea Wright, MD, highlights...
10/02/2020
Population Health
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Tobacco Use Widespread Among Veterans
04/24/2020
US veterans use tobacco at significantly higher rates than the general population, according to a recent study.
US veterans use tobacco at significantly higher rates than the general population, according to a recent study.
US veterans use tobacco at...
04/24/2020
Veterans Health Today
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Nicotine E-Cigarettes May Play a Key Role in Smoking Cessation
01/31/2020
Using a combination of nicotine patches with a nicotine e-cigarette may be a more effective smoking cessation technique than using patches alone or a combination of patches and nicotine-free e-cigarettes, according to a new study.
Using a combination of nicotine patches with a nicotine e-cigarette may be a more effective smoking cessation technique than using patches alone or a combination of patches and nicotine-free e-cigarettes, according to a new study.
Using a combination of nicotine...
01/31/2020
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JUUL Use Driving Vaping Increase Among U.S. Teens, Young Adults
01/21/2020
Between 2018 and 2019, use of JUUL vaping devices doubled among U.S. young people aged 18 to 20 and more than tripled among those aged 21 to 24, study findings show.
Between 2018 and 2019, use of JUUL vaping devices doubled among U.S. young people aged 18 to 20 and more than tripled among those aged 21 to 24, study findings show.
Between 2018 and 2019, use of...
01/21/2020
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How Effective Is the Influenza Vaccine Among Patients With COPD?
01/13/2020
Authors of a new study evaluated the influenza vaccine’s effectiveness against laboratory-confirmed influenza-associated hospitalizations among older adults with COPD.
Authors of a new study evaluated the influenza vaccine’s effectiveness against laboratory-confirmed influenza-associated hospitalizations among older adults with COPD.
Authors of a new study evaluated...
01/13/2020
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More E-Cigarette Users Starting Before Age 14
12/24/2019
The proportion of e-cigarette users who started vaping at age 14 or younger has more than tripled in the US over the past five years, a recent study suggests.
The proportion of e-cigarette users who started vaping at age 14 or younger has more than tripled in the US over the past five years, a recent study suggests.
The proportion of e-cigarette...
12/24/2019
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U.S. Vaping-Related Deaths Rise to 47, Cases of Illness to 2,290
11/21/2019
New data reports an increase in the number of confirmed and probable cases and deaths due to a mysterious respiratory illness tied to vaping.
New data reports an increase in the number of confirmed and probable cases and deaths due to a mysterious respiratory illness tied to vaping.
New data reports an increase in...
11/21/2019
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Vaping Lung Injuries Prompt Clinical Guideline Development
11/19/2019
Researchers at Intermountain Healthcare in Salt Lake City have developed best practice guidelines to help physicians identify and treat e-cigarette or vaping-associated lung injury.
Researchers at Intermountain Healthcare in Salt Lake City have developed best practice guidelines to help physicians identify and treat e-cigarette or vaping-associated lung injury.
Researchers at Intermountain...
11/19/2019
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CDC: 1888 Cases of Vaping-Related Lung Injury Thus Far
11/04/2019
As of October 29, 2019, 1888 cases of vaping-related lung injury have been reported to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in 49 states.
As of October 29, 2019, 1888 cases of vaping-related lung injury have been reported to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in 49 states.
As of October 29, 2019, 1888...
11/04/2019
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Vitamin E Acetate May Be Behind Vaping Injury Outbreak
10/24/2019
“The potential role of vitamin E acetate in lung injury remains unknown; however, the identification of vitamin E acetate among products collected from patients in Utah and elsewhere indicates that the outbreak might be associated with...
“The potential role of vitamin E acetate in lung injury remains unknown; however, the identification of vitamin E acetate among products collected from patients in Utah and elsewhere indicates that the outbreak might be associated with...
“The potential role of vitamin E...
10/24/2019
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Tobacco Use Widespread Among Veterans
04/24/2020
US veterans use tobacco at significantly higher rates than the general population, according to a recent study.
US veterans use tobacco at significantly higher rates than the general population, according to a recent study.
US veterans use tobacco at...
04/24/2020
Veterans Health Today
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Nicotine E-Cigarettes May Play a Key Role in Smoking Cessation
01/31/2020
Using a combination of nicotine patches with a nicotine e-cigarette may be a more effective smoking cessation technique than using patches alone or a combination of patches and nicotine-free e-cigarettes, according to a new study.
Using a combination of nicotine patches with a nicotine e-cigarette may be a more effective smoking cessation technique than using patches alone or a combination of patches and nicotine-free e-cigarettes, according to a new study.
Using a combination of nicotine...
01/31/2020
Pharmacy Learning Network
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JUUL Use Driving Vaping Increase Among U.S. Teens, Young Adults
01/21/2020
Between 2018 and 2019, use of JUUL vaping devices doubled among U.S. young people aged 18 to 20 and more than tripled among those aged 21 to 24, study findings show.
Between 2018 and 2019, use of JUUL vaping devices doubled among U.S. young people aged 18 to 20 and more than tripled among those aged 21 to 24, study findings show.
Between 2018 and 2019, use of...
01/21/2020
Pharmacy Learning Network
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How Effective Is the Influenza Vaccine Among Patients With COPD?
01/13/2020
Authors of a new study evaluated the influenza vaccine’s effectiveness against laboratory-confirmed influenza-associated hospitalizations among older adults with COPD.
Authors of a new study evaluated the influenza vaccine’s effectiveness against laboratory-confirmed influenza-associated hospitalizations among older adults with COPD.
Authors of a new study evaluated...
01/13/2020
Pharmacy Learning Network
News
More E-Cigarette Users Starting Before Age 14
12/24/2019
The proportion of e-cigarette users who started vaping at age 14 or younger has more than tripled in the US over the past five years, a recent study suggests.
The proportion of e-cigarette users who started vaping at age 14 or younger has more than tripled in the US over the past five years, a recent study suggests.
The proportion of e-cigarette...
12/24/2019
Pharmacy Learning Network
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U.S. Vaping-Related Deaths Rise to 47, Cases of Illness to 2,290
11/21/2019
New data reports an increase in the number of confirmed and probable cases and deaths due to a mysterious respiratory illness tied to vaping.
New data reports an increase in the number of confirmed and probable cases and deaths due to a mysterious respiratory illness tied to vaping.
New data reports an increase in...
11/21/2019
Pharmacy Learning Network
News
Vaping Lung Injuries Prompt Clinical Guideline Development
11/19/2019
Researchers at Intermountain Healthcare in Salt Lake City have developed best practice guidelines to help physicians identify and treat e-cigarette or vaping-associated lung injury.
Researchers at Intermountain Healthcare in Salt Lake City have developed best practice guidelines to help physicians identify and treat e-cigarette or vaping-associated lung injury.
Researchers at Intermountain...
11/19/2019
Pharmacy Learning Network
News
CDC: 1888 Cases of Vaping-Related Lung Injury Thus Far
11/04/2019
As of October 29, 2019, 1888 cases of vaping-related lung injury have been reported to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in 49 states.
As of October 29, 2019, 1888 cases of vaping-related lung injury have been reported to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in 49 states.
As of October 29, 2019, 1888...
11/04/2019
Pharmacy Learning Network
News
Vitamin E Acetate May Be Behind Vaping Injury Outbreak
10/24/2019
“The potential role of vitamin E acetate in lung injury remains unknown; however, the identification of vitamin E acetate among products collected from patients in Utah and elsewhere indicates that the outbreak might be associated with...
“The potential role of vitamin E acetate in lung injury remains unknown; however, the identification of vitamin E acetate among products collected from patients in Utah and elsewhere indicates that the outbreak might be associated with...
“The potential role of vitamin E...
10/24/2019
Pharmacy Learning Network
News
Antibiotics Overprescribed for COPD
10/22/2019
"A recent multicenter trial showed that antibiotic prescribing can be reduced safely in COPD patients by using a rapid diagnostic (C-reactive protein) test," study coauthor Laura Shallcross, PhD, University College London, explained.
"A recent multicenter trial showed that antibiotic prescribing can be reduced safely in COPD patients by using a rapid diagnostic (C-reactive protein) test," study coauthor Laura Shallcross, PhD, University College London, explained.
"A recent multicenter trial...
10/22/2019
Pharmacy Learning Network
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Increased Scrutiny of Prior Authorization: Are Payers Fully to Blame, and Can AI Improve the Process?
04/05/2024
The increased scrutiny of prior authorization, highlighted by media reports and government actions, prompts debate over payer responsibility while exploring the potential for AI to enhance the process.
The increased scrutiny of prior authorization, highlighted by media reports and government actions, prompts debate over payer responsibility while exploring the potential for AI to enhance the process.
The increased scrutiny of prior...
04/05/2024
First Report Managed Care
News
PhRMA Maps Provide State-by-State Look at 340B Drug Program
04/05/2024
An interactive map made available by the Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA), a drugmaker advocacy group, shares state-specific data on the 340B Drug Pricing Program. The federal program, initially created over 30...
An interactive map made available by the Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA), a drugmaker advocacy group, shares state-specific data on the 340B Drug Pricing Program. The federal program, initially created over 30...
An interactive map made...
04/05/2024
First Report Managed Care
News
FTC and HHS Launch Joint Inquiry into Generic Drug Shortages: Seeking Public Input on GPOs and Wholesalers
02/16/2024
In a news release published on February 14, 2024, the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) issued a "Request for Information" in collaboration with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). This request aims to gain insight into how...
In a news release published on February 14, 2024, the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) issued a "Request for Information" in collaboration with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). This request aims to gain insight into how...
In a news release published on...
02/16/2024
First Report Managed Care
News
Medicare Drug Price Negotiations and Anticipated Ripple Effects
02/15/2024
The arrival of the Inflation Reduction Act has ushered in a new era of drug price regulation, giving the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) the ability to negotiate directly with companies that make some of the costliest drugs...
The arrival of the Inflation Reduction Act has ushered in a new era of drug price regulation, giving the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) the ability to negotiate directly with companies that make some of the costliest drugs...
The arrival of the Inflation...
02/15/2024
First Report Managed Care
News
Injectable PrEP Overall Acceptable, Preferred for HIV Prevention
07/15/2023
“Given overall acceptability, injectable PrEP should be included as part of a menu of prevention options, allowing end-users to select the modality that suits their preferences, needs and lifestyle,” researchers advised.
“Given overall acceptability, injectable PrEP should be included as part of a menu of prevention options, allowing end-users to select the modality that suits their preferences, needs and lifestyle,” researchers advised.
“Given overall acceptability,...
07/15/2023
First Report Managed Care
News
First Gene Therapy for Severe Hemophilia A Is Approved
06/29/2023
This approval comes after a safety and effectiveness trial showed that the treatment improved participants’ annualized bleeding rate after 3 years.
This approval comes after a safety and effectiveness trial showed that the treatment improved participants’ annualized bleeding rate after 3 years.
This approval comes after a...
06/29/2023
Population Health
News
Low Rate of Social Determinants of Health Z Codes in Adults With Hypertension
06/26/2023
Researchers examined the presence and use of ICD-10-CM social determinants of health (SDOH)-related Z codes among adults with hypertension and found differences in documentation and medical expenditures.
Researchers examined the presence and use of ICD-10-CM social determinants of health (SDOH)-related Z codes among adults with hypertension and found differences in documentation and medical expenditures.
Researchers examined the...
06/26/2023
First Report Managed Care
News
CDC Data Shows Link Between High Costs and Prescription Nonadherence in Adults
06/21/2023
In 2021, medication nonadherence among adults was associated with costs, gender, disability status, insurance coverage, and other characteristics.
In 2021, medication nonadherence among adults was associated with costs, gender, disability status, insurance coverage, and other characteristics.
In 2021, medication nonadherence...
06/21/2023
First Report Managed Care
News
Blood Pressure Injections Recalled
05/26/2023
Several thousand products containing phenylephrine and norepinephrine were recalled due to a lack of sterility assurance.
Several thousand products containing phenylephrine and norepinephrine were recalled due to a lack of sterility assurance.
Several thousand products...
05/26/2023
Pharmacy Learning Network
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Astral SteriTech Recalls 5 Injections Manufactured for 4 US Clients
05/26/2023
The recalls, designated Class II by the US Food and Drug Administration, impact a variety of antibiotic injections.
The recalls, designated Class II by the US Food and Drug Administration, impact a variety of antibiotic injections.
The recalls, designated Class II...
05/26/2023
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Identifying Risk Factors of Lower Extremity Venous Thromboembolism, Why DOACs Should be Considered for Anticoagulation
Interview
Identifying Risk Factors of Lower Extremity Venous Thromboembolism, Why DOACs Should be Considered for Anticoagulation
11/11/2020
Gregory Piazza, MD, MS, director, Vascular Medicine Section, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, discusses his recent research that describes the growing list of risk factors for venous thromboembolism, such as atherosclerotic cardiovascular...
Gregory Piazza, MD, MS, director, Vascular Medicine Section, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, discusses his recent research that describes the growing list of risk factors for venous thromboembolism, such as atherosclerotic cardiovascular...
Gregory Piazza, MD, MS,...
11/11/2020
Pharmacy Learning Network
Using Population Health to Link Sleep Schedules, Asthma Diagnosis
Videos
Using Population Health to Link Sleep Schedules, Asthma Diagnosis
10/02/2020
Lakiea Wright, MD, highlights recent research that examines the association between asthma diagnosis and sleep schedules, and reinforces the importance of addressing various population health factors in care.
Lakiea Wright, MD, highlights recent research that examines the association between asthma diagnosis and sleep schedules, and reinforces the importance of addressing various population health factors in care.
Lakiea Wright, MD, highlights...
10/02/2020
Population Health
Commentary
Digitized Respiratory Inhaler: Will Patient Data be Safe?
08/05/2019
Michael Cawley, PharmD, discusses a recently approved digitized respiratory inhaler and explains why health care providers should consider how this new technology will track personal data.
Michael Cawley, PharmD, discusses a recently approved digitized respiratory inhaler and explains why health care providers should consider how this new technology will track personal data.
Michael Cawley, PharmD,...
08/05/2019
Pharmacy Learning Network
Interview
Cancer-Related Genetic Changes in E-Cig Users Reflect Those of Cigarette Smokers
03/18/2019
“In view of the increasing popularity of e-cigs, especially among adolescents…these findings have significant implications for public health and tobacco regulatory science,” says Ahmad Besaratinia, PhD, associate professor of research...
“In view of the increasing popularity of e-cigs, especially among adolescents…these findings have significant implications for public health and tobacco regulatory science,” says Ahmad Besaratinia, PhD, associate professor of research...
“In view of the increasing...
03/18/2019
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