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STAT+: Pharmalittle: We’re reading about Wegovy supplies, Biogen ditching Aduhelm, and more

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And what better way to make the time fly than to keep busy. Meanwhile, do keep us in mind if you hear anything interesting. In response to concerns over multi-million-dollar price tags for new gene therapies for sickle cell disease, the U.S.  Two therapies recently approved by health regulators cost $2.2

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STAT+: Pharmalittle: We’re reading about a Senate probe into Novo pricing, a new UTI antibiotic, and more

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Best of luck, and do keep in touch. Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions is investigating the prices Novo Nordisk charges for its blockbuster medications, Ozempic and Wegovy, which are highly effective at treating diabetes and obesity but carry steep price tags, The New York Times writes. … The U.S.

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STAT+: Pharmalittle: Some employers cut insurance coverage for weight loss drugs; U.S. urges ADHD pill makers to boost production

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And what better way to make the time fly than to keep busy. Meanwhile, do keep us in mind if you hear anything interesting. health care system billions annually even as it remains out of reach for many lower-income seniors most likely to suffer from dementia , KFF Health News explains. Have a smashing day.

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The best SingleCare reviews of 2023

The Checkup by Singlecare

Whether you want to learn new ways to manage your anxiety , log more sleep , eat more protein , or stay adequately hydrated , you’ll find a wealth of health and wellness tips and tricks on SingleCare’s blog, The Checkup. Keep reading to see some of our favorite reviews from the year.

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5 Ways Your Pharmacy Can Participate in Parkinson’s Awareness Month

Digital Pharmacist

This site offers detailed pages about ways to properly care for your patients with PD and other invaluable guides such as the Parkinson’s Care Summary for Health Professionals and a Medication Form for your patients to fill out prior to a pharmacy visit. Doing something special is just another way to keep your customers happy and coming back.

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Addressing Cultural Competency: Healthcare for Refugees & Minority Populations

Colors Make me Happy

For Fatima, family stability was the ultimate goal — to travel across the ocean to America was the only possibility of providing it, along with good health. With issues of mental health or preventive care, refugees like Fatima are often less inclined to pursue treatment than with more acute, immediate health issues.

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PharmDs – Crucial to Chronic Care Management Services: A Doctor’s Perspective

PharmD Live

Pharmacists do not prescribe, but they can keep the doctor from causing harm by inadvertently prescribing medicines that do not go well together. Patient health improves, as do satisfaction scores and CMS reimbursements. A team pharmacist can save time and provide confidence in decision-making because of their expertise and experience.