How Low Might Medicare's Drug Payout Go?

Data from 2019 to 2023 show 9.2% of adults with obesity reported cost-related medication adherence.

Julia Lucaci, PharmD, MS, of Becton, Dickinson and Company, discusses the benefits of blister packaging for chronic medications, advocating for payer incentives to boost medication adherence and improve health outcomes.

Belimumab is now the first and only subcutaneous biologic therapy approved for at-home administration in pediatric lupus nephritis.

A quick roundup episode of major health policy developments, from shifting COVID-19 vaccine guidance and scientific publishing controversies to rising cancer care costs and the impact of oncology biosimilars.

Widespread noncompliance with federal cost-sharing rules exists, particularly impacting Medicare beneficiaries and patient-preferred prep options, study finds.

It's a critical time to spotlight the dire health disparities affecting Black Americans, from premature deaths to maternal care, and the urgent need for systemic reforms.