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NASP Q&A: How Health Care Reform Could Impact Specialty Pharmacy
New National Association of Specialty Pharmacy executive director discusses potential changes to the specialty pharmacy landscape.
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American Health Care Act Could Alter Medicaid Significantly
Under the AHCA, states would receive a lower level of federal funding for new beneficiaries.
Sirukumab Significantly Improves Symptoms in Hard-to-Treat Rheumatoid Arthritis
Novel drug well-tolerated in patients with active RA who were refractory.
Medicaid Changes Could Result in Millions Uninsured
American Health Care Act proposes significant structural changes to Medicaid.
Combination Treatment May Improve Efficacy of Blood Cancer Treatment
BET-inhibitors and immune-based treatments may improve outcomes in patients with blood cancer.
Diabetes Advocates Oppose Affordable Care Act Replacement
Advocacy group warns that American Health Care Act may harm patients with diabetes.
FDA Approves Generic Depression Drug
Mylan launches desvenlafaxine extended-release tablets.
Non-Adherence Plagues Patients with High Blood Pressure
Twenty percent of patients with resistant hypertension may not take their prescribed treatments.
Experimental Drug May Combat Drug-Resistant Fungus
Drug-resistant Candida auris observed to be particularly susceptible to investigational drug.
Patients with Limited Leg Function More Likely to Progress to Secondary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis
Fatigue and limitations in leg function may increase progress from relapsing-remitting MS to secondary progressive MS in older adults.
Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy Improved Breast Cancer Outcomes Among African Americans
Neoadjuvant chemotherapy decreased recurrence and increased survival in African American patients.
FDA Grants Orphan Designation to Bone Marrow Disease Drug
Myelodysplastic syndrome can lead to aggressive leukemia.
Optimal, Suboptimal Sun Protection Behaviors Among Long-Term Melanoma Survivors
Melanoma survivors more likely to limit sun exposure than individuals without a history of skin cancer.
Trending News Today: GOP Leaders Promote ACA Replacement Plan
Top news of the day from across the health care landscape.
Scott Gottlieb May be Selected to Head FDA
Expedited drug approvals may become a reality if Scott Gottlieb confirmed as head of FDA.
President Trump May Pick Scott Gottlieb to Head FDA
Dr Gottlieb supports expedited drug approvals to improve patient access to medications.
Trending News Today: More Americans Could be Uninsured Under ACA Replacement Plan
Top news of the day from across the healthcare landscape.
HIV and Tuberculosis Co-infection: Treat Early
Tuberculosis (TB) and HIV are 2 of the deadliest diseases worldwide, with TB recently reaching the top of the list in 2014.
Study: Parental Concerns Influence Flu Vaccine Uptake in Children
A recent study investigated parental attitudes toward their child receiving a flu vaccine and its negative influence on vaccination rates.
Agitation and Delirium: Can Alternative Therapies Help?
Agitation and delirium are common problems in the cognitively impaired elderly.
Let's Dance! How to Get Your Pharmacy Involved with NCAA March Madness!
Whether you are a newbie like me or a serious fan, I’ve listed a few ways for your pharmacy to build some rapport and have some good-natured competition during this year’s Marhc Madness tournament
Understanding Facebook Live and How to Leverage It for Your Pharmacy
Facebook Live is a new engaging alternative for standard posts or video that allows a pharmacy to engage real-time with their social community.
Company Awarded Grant for Genital Herpes Vaccine Development
Genital herpes is associated with increased risk of HIV transmission.
Affordable Care Act Replacement Plan Highlights AJPB Week in Review
Top articles of the week from The American Journal of Pharmacy Benefits.
President Expected to Pick Scott Gottlieb to Head FDA
Dr Gottlieb, who has written in various newspapers and other media about the need to expedite drug approvals, falls in line with President Trump’s criticism of the current FDA regulatory process.
Blocking Protein May Prevent Metastatic Ovarian Cancer
Target may lead to the development of new drugs that inhibit cancer.
Excessive Antibiotics May Harm Newborn Lungs
Antibiotics may alter the lung’s immune response in newborns.
Medical Organizations Raise Concerns About ACA Replacement Bill
Leaders of several prominent medical organizations have voiced their opposition to the proposed bill aimed at replacing the Affordable Care Act.
NCPA Asks US Senate and House Leadership to Hold Hearings on Pharmacy DIR Fees Bills
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