Extending ADHD Coverage for the Entire Active Day
The next evolution in ADHD therapy needs to focus not only on drug efficacy but…
Extending ADHD Coverage for the Entire Active Day
The next evolution in ADHD therapy needs to focus not only on drug efficacy but also on how treatment aligns with the ever-busy and demanding lives of patients, families, and caregivers. The post Extending ADHD Coverage for the Entire Active Day appeared first on MedCity News.
State Fiscal Conditions: Context on Medicaid Budgets for FY 2027
This brief describes current fiscal conditions using the latest state revenue and spending data from the National Association of State Budget Officers (NASBO) and analyzes how these conditions may impact states’ Medicaid budget decisions going forward.
The Shifting Role of Wearables in Healthcare
The INVEST Digital Health conference, which will spotlight the consumer influence in healthcare, will include a discussion on wearables. It is scheduled for October 29 at Pegasus Park in Dallas. Register today! The post The Shifting Role of Wearables in Healthcare appeared first on MedCity News.
Sticker Shock at the Doctor’s Office Could Motivate Midterm Voters
Healthcare prices are likely to keep increasing next year. As midterm elections approach, candidates are laying out their plans to tackle these growing expenses. KFF Health News chief Washington correspondent Julie Rovner joined WAMU’s Health Hub on Sept. 16 to explain how healthcare could play a critical role in the midterm elections. She said similar…
The Drugs and Devices Have Been on the Market for Years. But FDA-Ordered Studies Still Aren’t Done.
When the FDA was deciding whether to approve the drug Tavneos several years ago to treat a set of rare autoimmune diseases, agency experts argued that would be a mistake, according to FDA records. One problem cited: The manufacturer had provided only “limited safety data.” As it often does, the FDA in 2021 approved the…
Cost-Saving Medicaid Meal Deliveries Threatened by Cuts, Policy Uncertainty
On a weekday morning in a quiet Boston neighborhood, a kitchen bustled with activity. Volunteers sliced chicken breasts, stuffed bell peppers, filled trays, and carefully labeled each item. It was part of an experiment to offer nutritious and medically tailored meals to Medicaid patients who are unable to shop for groceries and cook for themselves….
Trump’s $500 ACA Refunds: ‘We Shouldn’t Confuse a Check With a Healthcare Affordability Strategy’
Trump’s $500 ACA refunds offer immediate financial relief to some enrollees, but healthcare experts question whether they address the broader affordability challenges facing Americans. The post Trump’s $500 ACA Refunds: ‘We Shouldn’t Confuse a Check With a Healthcare Affordability Strategy’ appeared first on MedCity News.
North Immunology Reverse Merger Comes With $180M for Next-Gen Inflammation Drug
North Immunology is going public in a reverse merger with Aethlon Medical. With eczema as the lead indication, the inflammation and immunology biotech aims to show its bispecific antibody offers efficacy and tolerability advantages over Sanofi’s immune disorder juggernaut, Dupixent. The post North Immunology Reverse Merger Comes With $180M for Next-Gen Inflammation Drug appeared first…
How a Cancer Diagnosis Shaped This VC’s Precision Health Thesis
After a near-miss with her own breast cancer diagnosis, Ariel Ganz co-founded Arben Ventures, a precision health and longevity fund that has backed 83 early-stage startups in three years. The post How a Cancer Diagnosis Shaped This VC’s Precision Health Thesis appeared first on MedCity News.
UC San Diego Researchers Study Physician Edits to AI-Drafted Messages
In NEJM AI paper, researchers say understanding where and why physicians modify AI-generated content is a first step to realizing their value
