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CMS Launches Initiative Aimed at Healthcare in Rural Communities
The goal of the program is to improve access to healthcare among Medicare beneficiaries in rural areas.
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Hacker Obtains Information from 3.7 Million Healthcare Patients
The hacker could have obtained sensitive information, such as names, addresses, and social security numbers.
Early ART Can Reduce Total HIV DNA
Receiving early ART associated with a 316-fold decrease in HIV DNA after 3 years.
Trending News Today: ALS Patient Chooses Doctor Assisted Suicide in California
Top news of the day from across the health care landscape.
Medicaid Expansion Boosts Enrollment in Liver Transplant Recipients
Access to care improves among post liver transplant patients.
Updated Guidelines Could Improve Treatment of HER2-positive Breast Cancer
Updated criteria outlined by ASCO may lead to an increase in the number of breast cancers that test HER2-positive.
Trending News Today: Health Insurers Explore Increased Pressure to Lower Costs
Top news of the day from across the healthcare landscape.
Microneedle Drug Monitoring System May Improve Patient Care
System would allow for less painful infusions that do not pierce the skin.
Oxidizing Amino Acids and Peptides Could Lead to New Drugs
Oxidizing amino acids and peptides creates new unnatural forms of the molecules.
Immune-Enhancing Treatment with ART May Attack HIV Reservoirs
Anti-PD-1 antibodies produced more activated antiviral cells to attack HIV.
Staphylococcus Aureus Common in Eczema Lesions
Approximately 70% of patients with lesions had S. aureus colonization.
Lung Cancer Drug Trial Failure Highlights Week in Specialty Pharmacy
Top news of the week on Specialty Pharmacy Times.
The iMedicare Impact
Find out why more than 4000 pharmacies use iMedicare in this interview with CEO Flaviu Simihaian.
Pharmacist's Alcohol Problems Spur Second License Suspension
A Michigan pharmacist's license to practice has been suspended for the second time because of ongoing alcohol issues.
Amikacin Injection Lots Recalled Due to Glass Particulate Presence
Teva is recalling 7 lots of its amikacin sulfate injection and vials because of the potential presence of glass particulate matter.
Outcomes-Based Pricing Needs Collaboration Among Stakeholders
Key healthcare stakeholders need to collaborate to implement a successful outcomes-based pricing model.
Medicaid Expansion Found to Improve Care, Patient Health
Expanding by managed care or privatized option shows similar benefits.
First Treatment Approved for Painful Skin Disease
Humira was seen to control symptoms and pain related to hidradenitis suppurativa.
As Out-of-Pocket Costs Rise, Hepatitis C Drug Adherence Drops
Manufacturer coupons found to show significant benefits reducing Sovaldi cost share.
Universal HIV Test-and-Treat Strategy Faces Challenges
HIV screenings at home and immediate administration of antiretroviral therapy in HIV-positive patients shows promise.
Trending News Today: Investigation Continues into Valeant Pharmaceuticals Fraud Accusations
The Burden of Cardiovascular Disease in Pediatric Leukemia Survivors
Pediatric Hodgkin lymphoma survivors are twice as likely to develop cardiovascular disease.
First Documented Case of Alzheimer's Disease in HIV-Positive Patient
It was previously believed that HIV-related brain inflammation may prevent Alzheimer’s disease.
New Method to Test Water Content in Drugs May Allow for Less Costly Manufacturing
New pharmaceutical drug model is cheaper, quicker, and more accurate than current methods.
Antioxidants Could Possibly Treat Neurodegenerative Diseases
Limiting oxidative stress could treat Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases.
Some Women Able to Conceive Naturally Following IVF Treatment
Study offers hope to women for whom infertility treatments were unsuccessful.
Monoclonal Antibody Shows Promise as Multiple Sclerosis Treatment
Glunomab may inhibit the progression of motor disorders associated with multiple sclerosis.
Protein Presents Key Therapeutic Target in Lung Cancer
ASCL1 protein critical in the development of small cell lung cancer.
Trending News Today: Aetna-Humana Merger Trial Date Set
8 Pharmacy Memes to Brighten Your Day
A look at the lighter side of pharmacy and the rigors of patient management.