Laura Joszt, MA

Insurance hurdles in value-based cancer care create delays and anxiety for patients and providers, complicating access to essential treatments, explained Coral Omene, MD, PhD, of Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.

Systemic barriers beyond just the price of drugs can impact health care costs, emphasizing the need for comprehensive affordability solutions, explained H. John Beardsley, MBA, of CoverMyMeds, and Fauzea Hussain, MPH, of McKesson.

The proposed 2026 HHS budget slashes National Institutes of Health (NIH) funding by 40%, alarming health experts and threatening vital research and public health initiatives.

Implementing LGBTQ+ inclusive language in patient care and clinical trials for dermatology could improve data accuracy, relevance, and patient-clinician relationships.

Medicare Part B drug negotiations in 2028 pose challenges for providers, requiring new payment systems and strategies to ensure patient access, explained H. John Beardsley, MBA, of CoverMyMeds, and Fauzea Hussain, MPH, of McKesson.

Adolescent and young adult (AYA) patients with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) face significant survival disparities and unmet needs for effective third-line treatments, highlighting urgent care gaps.

In this final part of a recent interview with Jonathan Strober, MD, UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital and phase 2/3 Vibrance-MG study investigator, he explains the difficulty of evaluating investigative treatments for pediatric patients who have myasthenia gravis.

Darolutamide (Nubeqa) is granted FDA approval for metastatic castration-sensitive prostate cancer, enhancing survival and quality of life for patients.

According to Merrill H. Stewart, MD, Ochsner Health, the test can more accurately identify high-risk patients while helping others avoid unnecessary invasive procedures.

Relacorilant combined with nab-paclitaxel (Abraxane) significantly improved progression-free and overall survival in patients with platinum-resistant ovarian cancer in the phase 3 ROSELLA trial, according to Brian Slomovitz, MD, one of the investigators.

Multicancer early detection tests are revolutionizing cancer screening by using liquid biopsies to screen for multiple cancers from a single blood sample, enhancing patient outcomes by identifying cancers earlier.

Two studies reveal promising treatments for breast cancer, enhancing options for patients with triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) and estrogen receptor–positive tumors.

Pharmacists enhance value-based care by selecting cost-effective treatments, managing adherence, and preventing hospitalizations through collaborative multidisciplinary teamwork, said Eileen Peng, PharmD, of Astera Cancer Care.

Artificial intelligence (AI) can enhance insulin dosing accuracy for hospitalized patients with type 2 diabetes (T2D), improving glycemic control and streamlining physician workflows.

Sanjay Goel, MD, MS, professor of medicine at Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and medical oncologist at Rutgers Cancer Institute, anticipates groundbreaking data at the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) 2025 meeting, with plenary sessions spotlighting research that could immediately impact cancer care.

ASCO 2025 will showcase cutting-edge advancements in precision medicine, artificial intelligence, and biomarker-driven therapies, revolutionizing cancer treatment and diagnostics.

Pediatric mental health crises surge as emergency department (ED) waits exceed 12 hours, highlighting urgent needs for systemic health care improvements.

While multiple machine learning (ML) algorithms offered similar predictive performance, the cost-effective analysis revealed stark differences in the costs associated with their use.

Pharmacists play a crucial role in managing treatment with chimeric antigen receptor T-cell therapy and bispecific antibodies, focusing on patient selection and side effects, explained Eileen Peng, PharmD, of Astera Cancer Care.

The advent of novel cancer care therapies such as chimeric antigen receptor T-cell therapy and bispecific antibodies is transforming the role of pharmacists in enhancing patient care.

Researchers are working to redefine diagnosis and treatment with data-driven tools aimed at identifying patients earlier and guiding precision care.

Following President Donald Trump's most favored nation executive order, HHS and CMS have released the target price for pharmaceutical manufacturers to meet.

Proposed Medicaid cuts risk increasing health disparities, leaving millions uninsured and limiting access to essential care for vulnerable populations.

Novel therapies for multiple myeloma (MM), including chimeric antigen receptor T-cell and bispecific antibodies, extend lives but raise concerns about treatment costs and adherence, and they haven't replaced stem cell transplantation, Harsh Parmar, MD, of Hackensack University Medical Center, explains.

Drug companies and specialty distributors navigate challenges like profitability, supply chain volatility, regulatory complexities, and market pressures to build successful partnerships, said Natalie Bedford of McKesson.

To safely and successfully use artificial intelligence (AI) tools in the pharmacy, credentialing bodies and professional associations will need to validate these tools for the individual pharmacist, said Harry Travis of The Travis Group.

Innovative financing and reimbursement models can improve access to cell and gene therapies, addressing cost barriers and improving patient outcomes, said Joe DePinto, MBA, of McKesson.

Specialty distributors can help navigate complex health care regulations, ensuring compliance and adapting to changes in the landscape, said Natalie Bedford of McKesson.

Joe DePinto, MBA, of McKesson; Kathi Henson, MBA, of Orsini; and Natalie Bedford of McKesson discuss how Asembia's AXS25 Specialty Summit fosters collaboration among industry leaders, exploring technology trends to enhance specialty pharmacy and patient care delivery.