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The implementation of a risk evaluation mitigation strategy (REMS) program to monitor patients on mavacamten further supports its real-world use, according to Milind Desai, MD, Cleveland Clinic.

Community-based researchers can teach clinicians a lot about how to best approach underserved populations disproportionately impacted by cardiovascular health complications.

Results bring more competition to treat this genetically driven target for cardiovascular risk.

New discoveries in atherosclerosis pathways have shed light on the active mechanisms in other diseases such as chronic kidney disease (CKD) and HIV, paving the way for furture therapeutics.

The FINEARTS-HF trial offered novel clinical insights as one of the few cardiovascular trials to feature such a great proportion of female participants.

The SARAH trial was limited to high-risk patients, which the lead investigator said prevented unnecessary exposure to adverse events in patients less at risk of cardiomyopathy.

Follow-up results for the FINEARTS-HF trial focused on specific results for women and men, hyperkalemia risk, and an analysis of the elements of its composite end point.

Lead study author Alexander T. Sandhu, MD, MS, of Stanford said the team will evaluate behavior to understand the results.

A decision from the American Board of Medical Specialties will be made about a new cardiovascular board by this upcoming February.

The connection between brain, mental, and cardiovascular health needs considerable more attention, argues Maureen Hood, PhD, RN, Uniformed Services University.

Posters presented at the American Heart Association Scientific Sessions included results that show how persistent disparities are in cardiovascular (CV) health.

Payers and employers have tightened access to the glucagon-like peptide 1 receptor agonist class once these therapies became more commonly prescribed for obesity.

The upcoming Greater Philadelphia Business Coalition on Health (GPBCH) 2024 Mental Health Summit aims to address the growing recognition among employers of the critical role mental health plays in workplace productivity and overall well-being.

Rebekah Walker, PhD, a first-time participant from the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at the University at Buffalo, shares the offerings and opportunities at the 2024 American Heart Association (AHA) meeting that excited her and her team.

Therapies for obesity and inhibitors for lipoprotein(a) (Lp[a]) are among those to be featured at the American Heart Association (AHA) Scientific Sessions November 16-18, 2024, which will take place in Chicago, where the AHA was founded 100 years ago.

Mabel Mardones, MD, Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers, discusses the future of HR+/HER2– breast cancer treatment, focusing on the importance of biomarkers and the potential of SIRDs to improve patient outcomes.

As part of our coverage of the biennial AIDS conference from the International AIDS Society, we spoke with Madalitso Juwayeyi, program manager at FACT-Malawi, to learn more about her organization and how it strives to serve the sexual and reproductive health needs of adolescent girls and young women in her native Malawi.

Mei Wei, MD, an oncologist specializing in breast cancer at Huntsman Cancer Institute at the University of Utah, discusses new treatments for HR+/HER2- breast cancer and immunotherapy challenges, particularly regarding immune-related adverse events.

Alexander Mathioudakis, MD, PhD, clinical lecturer in respiratory medicine at The University of Manchester, discusses insights from the FLAME trial analysis and the ICS-RECODE meta-analysis.

New legislation would clarify rules around value-based contracts in Medicaid, and a new model is expanding access to gene therapies, explained Adam Colborn, JD, of AMCP.

More than 80% of patients with lung cancer receive care in their communities, but this can leave them vulnerable to gaps in care quality and delivery.

Alopecia areata is more prevalent in Hispanic, Asian/Pacific Islander, and Black children than in non-Hispanic White children, with some Asian subgroups having a higher risk compared with those of Chinese ethnicity.

Research presented at CHEST 2024 examined the effect of steroid choice on individuals who have a dual diagnosis of heart failure and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

Biosimilars offer significant cost-saving potential while expanding patient access, particularly in oncology and immunology.

Caregivers of both adults and children with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) face significant disruptions to their work productivity and personal lives, underscoring the need for better treatments and support systems.

Global respiratory leaders at the CHEST 2024 annual meeting underscored the ongoing clinical burden of tuberculosis, emphasizing that it remains a significant global health challenge that requires ongoing attention and awareness.

Cost avoidance varied by clinical setting, with the largest savings occurring in hematology clinics ($73,773), followed by rheumatology ($45,330) and pediatric gastrointestinal/irritable bowel syndrome ($16,519).

Payers and providers face challenges surrounding data integration, patient engagement, and financial pressures when trying to improve care quality and reduce costs.

Posters presented at the CHEST 2024 annual meeting revealed that delays in diagnosing fibrotic interstitial lung disease (ILD) can negatively impact overall survival, while supplemental oxygen therapy may exacerbate clinical burdens through increased rates of acute exacerbations and hospitalizations.

The AMCP Nexus 2024 annual meeting covered a variety of hot health care topics impacting managed care pharmacy in the present and future.