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Epilepsy Rates on the Rise in the United States
Epilepsy prevalence increased by 700,000 between 2010 and 2015.
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Chronic Inflammation in Rheumatoid Arthritis Attributed to Hibernating Cells
Hibernating innate lymphoid cells allows inflammation to persist in rheumatoid arthritis.
Atrial Fibrillation Risk Increases with Reduced Kidney Function
Patients with poor kidney function may have a 2-fold increase in atrial fibrillation.
Trending News Today: Ovarian Cancer Patient Awarded $417 Million in J&J Baby Powder Lawsuit
Top news of the day from across the health care landscape.
Trending News Today: China Serves as an Ally in Fight Against Opioids
Top news of the day from across the healthcare landscape.
Exploring the Role of Citrate Transport Pathway in Liver Cancer Growth
Understudied gene provides insight into how liver cancer cells gain the nutrition necessary to proliferate.
Experimental Class of Breast Cancer Drugs Inhibit Recurrent Disease
A first-in-class molecule was found to inhibit primary and recurrent breast cancer.
Cost of Pharmaceuticals in the Long Run
Corticosteroids Create Challenges in Severe Asthma Treatment
The cost and adverse events associated with corticosteroids need to be considered for patients with severe asthma.
Treating Young HIV Patients Has Different Set of Challenges
Younger patients with HIV have competing needs that distract them from fully engaging in care.
FDA Approves Novel Fixed-Dose Combo Treatment for Gout
The FDA has approved a new fixed-dose combination treatment for hyperuricemia in patients with uncontrolled gout.
Get the Dirt on DIR Fees
Direct and indirect remuneration fees can cause pharmacies to spend more on stocking and dispensing medications.
Multiple Sclerosis Drug Costs Called into Question
Legislative investigation seeks information from 7 drug makers on costs for MS medications.
Biosimilar of Humalog Shows Non-Inferiority in Type 1 Diabetes
Novel diabetes biosimilar shows similar safety, efficacy, and immunogenicity to the reference drug.
Gabapentinoids Ineffective for Low Back Pain
Gabapentin not found to improve low back pain more than a placebo.
FDA Accepts Supplemental Biologics License Application for Lymphoma Drug
Brentuximab vedotin under evaluation for the treatment of cutaneous T-cell lymphoma.
HIV in Youth: Another Area for Cultural Competence
Adolescents and young adults aged 13 to 24 years old are particularly vulnerable to HIV infection, representing 21% of newly infected individuals in most recent data.
Immunotherapy Effective in Type 1 Diabetes
Training the body to recognize beta cells as non-harmful may result in a cure for type 1 diabetes.
E-Cigarettes May Diminish Cardiovascular Function
Long-term exposure to e-cigarette vapor could double the risk of aortic stiffness.
Targeting ALT Cancers Via Replication Stress at Telomeres
The novel strategy could be more effective and less toxic than current chemotherapy drugs treating alternative lengthening telomere cancers.
Americans Increasingly Plan to Receive Flu Vaccinations
As flu vaccinations become available, the results of a recent survey suggest Americans are increasingly likely to receive their flu vaccination this year.
Small Financial Incentives Promote Primary Care Visits Among Low-Income Adults
Incentives for newly covered low-income patients may also reduce long-term costs.
Trending News Today: Health Plan Options Non-Existent After Anthem's Exit from California Marketplace
Gout Drug Approved for Patients with Hyperuricemia
Duzallo (lesinurad and allopurinol) may result in better disease control among patients with gout.
Care Coordination Program Effects on Patient Experience and Team Dynamics
Trending News Today: Former Health Secretaries Urge Lawmakers to Stabilize Individual Exchanges
Improper Inhaler Use Compromises Asthma Treatment
Instructional methods can improve effectiveness of hand-held inhalers for asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
Some HIV Patients With Low Viral Load Forgo Treatment
Prolonged delay in antiretroviral treatment among patients necessitate scrutinization of the current guidelines for HIV therapy.
FDA Approvals Highlight AJPB Week in Review
Top articles of the week from The American Journal of Pharmacy Benefits.
Pharmacy Intervention Program Will Save NHS England Millions
Pharmacy service was launched 6 years ago to help patients remain adherent to treatment regimens.
