A "One-Two Punch" to Innovation? The Most Favored Nation Order and Broader US Drug Pricing Reform
Explore the implications of the Most Favored Nation Order on US drug pricing reform and its potential impact on patient access and innovation.
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Physician Peer Influence Drives Uptake of Opportunistic Salpingectomy for Ovarian Cancer Prevention
Surgeons are more likely to perform opportunistic salpingectomy when their peers have done so, underscoring the impact of physician networks in ovarian cancer prevention.
Efgartigimod Outperforms Standard IVIG in Averting Myasthenic Crisis
Efgartigimod shows promising efficacy over IV immunoglobulin in treating impending myasthenic crisis in patients with myasthenia gravis.
Integrating Clinical, Dispensing, and Fiscal Components for Continuity of Care: Chad Hatfield, PharmD, MHA, BCPS
UC Davis Health enhances patient care through a shared services center, ensuring continuity of care and optimizing pharmacy growth strategies.
Maintaining Incremental Weight Loss and Diets: David Rometo, MD
David Rometo, MD, reflects on the sustainability of incremental weight loss programs and aggressive diets.
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CDC Reports Largest Pediatric Influenza-Associated Encephalopathy Case Series in 2024-2025 Season
US pediatric influenza-associated encephalopathy (IAE) cases surged during the 2024-2025 season, highlighting severe health risks and the need for better surveillance.
Homelessness Executive Order’s Controversy Overshadows the Positives: Katherine Koh, MD, MSc
The positive aspects of the executive order focused on homeless individuals, have been overshadowed by aspects not viewed as positively.
Smartphone App Reduces Depression in Adults With Intellectual Disabilities
A self-help app based on cognitive behavioral therapy improved depression, self-esteem, and quality of life in adults with intellectual disabilities.
Telemedicine Boosts Quality of Life, Inhaler Technique for Severe COPD
Telemedicine improved the quality of life and inhaler technique among patients with advanced-stage chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
Advancing Cancer Care Through Technology, Provider-Pharmacist Collaboration: Scott Soefje, PharmD, MBA, BCOP
Artificial intelligence, automation, and expanded pharmacist roles help reduce administrative burdens, improve workflow, and support providers in delivering cancer care, according to Scott Soefje, PharmD, MBA, BCOP.
Flow Cytometry Tool Could Improve Treatment Monitoring in MS
Researchers developed a first-of-its-kind panel to track receptor expression and predict therapy response.
Novel Predictive Model May Help Identify Patients at Risk for Difficult-to-Treat RA
The study highlighted pain, fatigue, and functional status as key early warning signs.
Nanopore Sequencing Accurate in IGH Monitoring for CLL
Nanopore sequencing of chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) may be a particularly good fit in under-resourced areas due to its lower cost and smaller laboratory footprint.
HRQOL Not Consistently Assessed in Studies on NSCLC Treatment Efficacy
A review found that assessing for health-related quality of life (HRQOL) was not frequently done in studies related to non–small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).
CAR T-Cell Therapy Holds Potential in SCLC, but Significant Barriers Remain
Early research has identified several antigens that could help facilitate the use of chimeric antigen receptor T cells in small cell lung cancer.
FDA Approves Cemiplimab as First, Only Adjuvant Immunotherapy for High-Risk CSCC
Cemiplimab has been approved as the first immunotherapy for high-risk cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma (CSCC), significantly improving disease-free survival rates.
Systemic Barriers in Patients’ Weight Loss Journey: David Rometo, MD
Social determinants of health disproportionately impact patients' ability to maintain and achieve their weight loss goals.
New Partnership Model Boosts Maternal Outcomes in Medicaid ACOs
Research reveals that Medicaid accountable care organization (ACO) designs significantly impact maternal health outcomes, highlighting the importance of structural partnerships in care delivery.
Addressing Psychosocial Barriers Key During Soft Tissue Sarcoma Surgery Recovery
Emotional well-being and social engagement significantly impact quality of life for patients with soft tissue sarcoma post-surgery.
SGLT2 Inhibitors Show Protective Effect on Kidneys
The class of diabetes drug has a protective effect on the kidneys for reasons beyond glucose control.
AI Expands Clinical Trial Access, Advances Drug Repurposing Efforts: Vivek Subbiah, MD
Artificial intelligence (AI) is expanding clinical trial access and enabling drug repurposing, according to Vivek Subbiah, MD.
Pulling Back Funding for Research Could Leave HIV Treatment in Worse State: Patrick Sullivan, DVM, PhD
Funding cuts for research intended to make treatment and cures available and accessible for patients with HIV could affect HIV care in the long term.
ERS Recap: The Role of Empathy, Shared Decision-Making in Modern Respiratory Care
Empathy and communication strengthen patient-provider relationships and improve respiratory care outcomes, as discussed at the European Respiratory Society (ERS) Congress.
NICU Nurses More Likely to Miss Tasks Due to Increased Workload
Increased workload among nurses in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) may reduce the quality of care for individual infants, as certain tasks are more likely to be missed.
Weight Loss Treatment Variability and Cost-Effectiveness: David Rometo, MD
David Rometo, MD, weighs various weight loss treatments, their success, and sustainability.
HMA Combination Therapy Boosts Survival in Accelerated- or Blast-Phase MPNs
New treatment options are needed for patients with accelerated-phase or blast-phase myeloproliferative neoplasms (MPNs) ineligible for standard care.
FDA Approves Nerandomilast for Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
The approval is the first in more than a decade for an idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis treatment.
Addressing Common Stigmas in Weight Loss: David Rometo, MD
David Rometo, MD, of UPMC, addresses stigma surrounding obesity and group setting weight loss intervention therapies and how consults benefit patients.
Weight Loss Medications Show Promise in MASLD, MASH
Weight loss medications show promise in improving liver health for those with chronic liver conditions, a review found.
Aumolertinib Effective in Treating EGFR-Mutant NSCLC
Aumolertinib was compared against osimertinib to demonstrate its efficacy in those with mutated non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).
