Amidst the distress caused by a cancer diagnosis, patients are left to sort through vast amounts of information, treatment options, and concerns around efficacy and side effects, while juggling other life activities. The post What We’re Still Getting Wrong in Cancer Care — Glaring Gaps in the Face of Astonishing Advancements appeared first on MedCity…
During a recent conference, Ceci Connolly, CEO of the Alliance of Community Health Plans, shared five things she thinks the healthcare industry should know about the upcoming election. The post 5 Things Healthcare Leaders Should Know About the 2024 Election appeared first on MedCity News.
Astellas secured an exclusive option to license global rights to an AviadoBio gene therapy in development as a one-time treatment for a certain type of frontotemporal dementia. A Phase 1/2 test of the AviadoBio gene therapy is ongoing. The post Another Astellas Gene Therapy Deal, This Time $50M for Option on AviadoBio Dementia Program appeared…
New laws to curb aggressive hospital billing, to expand charity care for lower-income patients, and to rein in debt collectors have been enacted in more than 20 states since 2021. Democrats championed most measures. But the legislative efforts often passed with Republican support. The post Even Political Rivals Agree That Medical Debt Is an Urgent…
When AI is directly integrated into the EHR it not only improves efficiency but also ensures that patient data remains secure within the same trusted system. The post EHRs Are Overloading Mental Health Clinicians — Can AI Save the Day? appeared first on MedCity News.
The best solutions, in summary, are those that facilitate better outcomes while reducing costs — combining member health and satisfaction with healthcare savings. The post Point Solution Fatigue? Zooming Out to the Population Level Can Help appeared first on MedCity News.
Perelel has acquired LOOM, an educational platform for reproductive health, sexual wellness and parenting. Through the acquisition, the company aims to advance health literacy for women. The post Perelel Acquires LOOM to Boost Women’s Health Education in Sexual, Reproductive Health appeared first on MedCity News.
Cardiovascular disease drugs in development intended to reduce lipoprotein (a) are mostly injectable medications, though Eli Lilly also has both oral and injectable drugs in the clinic. AstraZeneca aims to hit that key protein target with an oral small molecule licensed from CSPC Pharmaceutical Group. The post AstraZeneca Expands Cardiovascular Disease Prospects, Paying $100M for…
From September 15 to October 15, we are joining the nation in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month, a month which honors the diverse cultures of Americans whose ancestors represent countries in Central and South America, the islands of the Caribbean, Mexico, and Spain. During this time, Crothall Healthcare wants to shine a spotlight on our Hispanic…
Months before the FTC sued the three largest pharmacy benefit managers, the CEO of Blue Shield of California battled its PBM – CVS Caremark – to bring a lower cost prostate cancer drug to its members. The post Video: Why the FTC’s Lawsuit Against PBMs May Have Some Legs appeared first on MedCity News.