Rose is an editorial director at The American Journal of Managed Care® (AJMC®).
She has a BA in journalism & media studies and Spanish from Rutgers University. You can connect with Rose on LinkedIn.
Real-World Data Support Zanubrutinib Use in Older Patients With CLL: Margaret Krackeler, MD
Margaret Krackeler, MD, discusses real-world data supporting the switch from ibrutinib to zanubrutinib for chronic lymphocytic leukemia.
Tildrakizumab Shows Long-Term Psoriasis Control for Hard-to-Treat Areas
Tildrakizumab at 100-mg and 200-mg doses showed long-term effectiveness for managing psoriasis in challenging areas in a real-world study.
Vutrisiran Improves Survival, Cardiovascular Outcomes Across Age Groups in ATTR-CM
Vutrisiran significantly reduces mortality and cardiovascular events in older patients with ATTR-CM, enhancing quality of life and functional capacity.
Efficacy, Insurance Coverage Drive Alopecia Areata Treatment Preferences
New research suggests people with alopecia areata view hair regrowth efficacy as the most important factor when choosing a therapy, regardless of their disease severity.
Disparities in Allo-HCT Use for AML Persist Despite Advances
Disparities in access to allo-HCT for AML persist, highlighting the need for targeted interventions to ensure equitable treatment for all patients.
Perspectives on Zanubrutinib Adoption for CLL Treatment: Margaret Krackeler, MD
Adopting zanubrutinib for the treatment of chronic lymphocytic leukemia showed improved tolerability and persistence, enhancing patient safety and outcomes.
CSU Educational Pilot Shows Drug Access a Major Hurdle
Participants in the pilot program had high baseline knowledge about their chronic spontaneous urticaria, but the same was not always true of their physicians.
CMS Proposes Nearly Flat 2027 Medicare Advantage Payment Rates
CMS’s 2027 proposed MA payment rate increase of .09% falls short of expectations, potentially increasing premiums and reducing benefits for seniors.
Advances in Personalized Actinic Keratosis, Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer Treatments: Paul Nghiem, MD, PhD
Paul Nghiem, MD, PhD, discusses individualized therapies and the evolving role of AI in improving outcomes for actinic keratosis and related skin conditions.
Novel CLL Therapies Prompt New Treatment Considerations
A review article focused on first-line treatment of chronic lymphocytic leukemia highlights the importance of shared decision-making.
Highlighting Gaps in Allergic Rhinitis Care, Allergen Immunotherapy Access
Patients with allergic rhinitis face prolonged symptoms and inadequate treatment, highlighting a need for better awareness and access to allergen immunotherapy.
CCCA Associated With Longer Time to Diagnosis vs Other Scarring Alopecias
Central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia (CCCA) faces significant diagnostic delays, highlighting the need for increased awareness and education among providers.
Ocular Symptoms, Malignancy Common in Double Seronegative MG
A review of case studies found that patients with double seronegative myasthenia gravis (MG) had similarities in the ways their condition presented.
RWD Is Transforming Mental Health, Neurology Managed Care: Mitzi Wasik, PharmD
There is a shift happening in mental health care, with real-world data and holistic evaluations improving patient outcomes and reducing disparities.
Law Enforcement Presence in EDs May Undermine Care: Prashasti Bhatnagar, Esq, MPH
A new study finds law enforcement presence in emergency departments may disrupt care. Lead author Prashasti Bhatnagar discusses policy and training solutions.
Systemic Inflammation Linked to Disease Severity, Treatment Response in Alopecia Areata
Patients with severe alopecia areata showed significantly elevated systemic inflammatory markers compared with mild disease and healthy controls.
MRI Guideline Adherence Is Lacking in Soft Tissue Sarcoma
A single-center study found it was rare for patients with soft tissue sarcoma to have a complete set of MRI imaging.
Congress Unveils Massive Funding Bill to Avert Shutdown
A new bipartisan funding bill funds key departments ahead of the deadline in an effort to avoid another government shutdown.
Study Identifies 2 Distinct Epigenetic Subtypes Within Aggressive CLL
IGHV-unmutated CLL comprises 2 distinct epigenetic subtypes with different B-cell maturation signatures and genetic alterations, a study found.
Psychiatric Disorders Linked to Higher CRC Risk but Not Mortality
Patients with psychiatric disorders had higher CRC risk but no increase in CRC-specific mortality.
5 FAQs About ICHRAs: What to Know as ACA Subsidy Extensions Stall
With ACA subsidies in limbo, ICHRAs may reshape how Americans access coverage. Here are 5 FAQs explaining what they are, who benefits, and key trade-offs.
Patient Advocacy Helps Shape Clinical Trial Approvals, Policy Decisions: Debra Patt, MD, PhD, MBA, MPH
Alongside physician collaboration, patient advocacy is essential to ensure clinical trials and public policy reflect patient-centered outcomes.
Trump Announces “The Great Healthcare Plan,” Proposing Direct Payments, Price Transparency, Insurance Reform
Trump's Great Healthcare Plan aims to lower drug prices, reduce insurance premiums, and enhance transparency, according to the White House.
Treatment Facility Type Impacts Survival in Mantle Cell Lymphoma
Patients with mantle cell lymphoma experienced better survival rates when treated at academic centers compared with community facilities.
Prediabetes Plus Subclinical Myocardial Injury, Stress Significantly Increases HF Risk
Adults with hypertension who have prediabetes and subclinical myocardial injury or stress face a higher risk of incident heart failure, a study suggests.
Knowledge Gaps Persist in Patient Understanding of Skin Cancer–Related Terms
On average, patients with multiple prior dermatology visits still scored below 75% when identifying common skin cancer terms, underscoring the need for clearer patient-physician communication.
Law Enforcement in EDs: Impacts on Survivors of Violence, Marginalized Communities
ED law enforcement interactions affect survivors of violence and immigrant patients, emphasizing training and advocacy.
Recurrent Thymoma With MG Effectively Treated With Methylprednisolone
Methylprednisolone was more effective in treating thymoma compared with docetaxel but adverse effects were more common.
Early Stable Disease in BTC Predicts Improved Survival With Zanidatamab
Zanidatamab shows promise in extending survival for patients with HER2-positive biliary tract cancer, marking a significant breakthrough in treatment options.
Persistent Chemotherapy-Induced Alopecia, Related Distress More Common in Asian Women With Breast Cancer
Asian women with breast cancer receiving chemotherapy had the highest persistent chemotherapy-induced alopecia (PCIA) incidence and alopecia-related distress vs their White, Black, and Hispanic or Latino peers.