Population Health

December 18, 2024 | 1:00 PM & 8:00 PM ET

ASH Annual Meeting Coverage: Highlighting the Recent Updates in TKI Use in the Treatment of CML – Insights and Application for Managed Care

1.0 Credits / Hematologic Cancer, Oncology

Recent Advances in BCMA-Directed Treatment in Multiple Myeloma: Insights and Application for Managed Care

1.5 Credits / Oncology, Hematology, Hematologic Cancer

Keeping Pace With New Developments in Multiple Myeloma: Updates and Strategies to Optimize Bispecific Antibodies and CAR T-Cell Therapy

1.5 Credits / Hematology, Hematologic Cancer, Oncology

Addressing the Gaps and Clinical Challenges in Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia: Updates and Strategies for Managed Care

1.5 Credit / Hematologic Cancer, Oncology

Closing Gaps in CLL Care: Managed Care Insights and Strategies

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June 24th 2022

What’s Next in Health Care? Panelists Highlight Data, Partnerships Post-COVID-19

Panelists of an AHIP 2022 session discussed how future policy, infrastructure, and investment strategies in public health will reinforce the efforts already made during the pandemic, with partnerships and engagement key to optimize innovation.

June 24th 2022

Supreme Court Overturns Roe v Wade, Turning Issue Back to States

Reversing a landmark precedent, the Supreme Court voted Friday to overturn 1973’s Roe v Wade decision that guaranteed American women the constitutional right to an abortion, and at least 1 justice suggested that other precedents, such as the right to birth control, be reversed as well.

June 2nd 2022

Psoriasis May Increase Risk of Ectopic Pregnancy, a Driver of Maternal Morbidity

Risk of ectopic pregnancy, the leading cause of maternal morbidity and mortality in the first trimester of pregnancy, was significantly associated with psoriasis in Danish women, especially those with moderate to severe disease.

May 19th 2022

Dr Elaine Siegfried Discusses Skin Color, Socioeconomic Implications of Atopic Dermatitis Management

Elaine Siegfried, MD, professor of pediatrics and dermatology, Saint Louis University Health Sciences Center, explains the impact of socioeconomic status on the management of atopic dermatitis in the clinical setting.

May 14th 2022

Greater Psoriatic Arthritis Activity, Impact Observed in Low-Income Countries

Patients with psoriatic disease who live in low-income countries exhibited the highest disease activity and impact despite similar usage of biologic drugs to that of higher-income areas.

May 12th 2022

Study Finds Rural Residence May Adversely Influence Lung Cancer Screening Among Veterans

Veterans residing in rural areas were less likely to complete annual repeat lung cancer screenings compared with those living in a nonrural location, with reduced uptake of initial lung cancer screening also found among eligible veterans in rural vs nonrural locations.

May 10th 2022

For National Women’s Health Week, One Company Emphasizes Cardiovascular Risk Management

On this episode of Managed Care Cast, we speak with Joanne Armstrong, MD, MPH, vice president and chief medical officer for Women’s Health and Genomics at CVS Health, on the distinct pathophysiology of cardiovascular disease in women and how her own health experiences have influenced her perspective on cardiovascular disease management.

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May 10th 2022

Study Shows Caregivers Prefer Dermatology Specialists Over PCPs for Pediatric Atopic Dermatitis

Dermatology specialists were cited by diverse caregivers of children with atopic dermatitis (AD) to provide enhanced care delivery and improved AD disease control compared with primary care providers.

May 4th 2022

High Disability Burden of Atopic Dermatitis Linked With Socioeconomic Status

Atopic dermatitis was associated with the greatest burden of disease compared with 2 other types of dermatitis, in which high incidence and disability-adjusted life-years rates corresponded with high sociodemographic index areas.

May 3rd 2022

What We're Reading: Abortion Rights in Question; Opioid Settlement Reached; Optimal Sleep in Middle Age

The Supreme Court may vote to overturn abortion rights; Washington state reaches a $518 million settlement with 3 opioid distributors; a new study finds 7 hours of sleep is the optimal total for people of middle and old ages.

April 28th 2022

Lifestyle Behaviors Significantly Linked With Psoriasis Development Regardless of Genetic Risk

Lifestyle behaviors, such as body mass index and smoking, were shown to have a greater predictive impact regarding development of psoriasis compared with genetic predisposition.

April 27th 2022

Contributor: Helping Women of Color Achieve a Healthier Future

Joanne Armstrong, MD, MPH Joneigh Khaldun, MD, MPH, FACEP

To achieve health equity, experts from CVS Health discuss why we must invest in programs that improve access to health care for historically marginalized communities, address social determinants, boost health education, increase representation in all levels of health care delivery, widen access to clinical trial research, and more.

April 25th 2022

What We're Reading: COVID-19 Antiviral Pill Access; Hospitalizations in Unvaccinated Children; Uptick in Influenza Cases

The US government is increasing access of Pfizer's COVID-19 antiviral pill to all pharmacies nationwide; stark hospitalization rates in unvaccinated children; a steady increase observed in US influenza cases and hospitalizations.

April 19th 2022

What We're Reading: Mask Mandate Revoked; Janssen Settles Opioid Lawsuit; States Restrict Abortion Training

A federal judge revokes the federal mask requirement for public transit; Janssen settles it opioid-related lawsuit with West Virginia for $99 million; states are restricting abortion training for medical students and residents.

April 18th 2022

Investigating Lifestyle Behaviors Associated With Moderate to Severe Atopic Dermatitis

Several modifiable lifestyle factors were associated with moderate to severe atopic dermatitis in a patient cohort from the Netherlands, including smoking, alcohol consumption, and stress.

April 18th 2022

What We're Reading: Synthetic Nicotine Regulation; Philadelphia Mask Mandate Lawsuit; Hydration, Heart Failure Risk

The FDA is increasing oversight of e-cigarettes and similar products that use synthetic nicotine; a lawsuit is brought over Philadelphia's reinstated mask mandate; a study shows drinking water may lower risk of heart failure.

April 15th 2022

What We're Reading: BMS Settles HIV Drug Lawsuit; COVID-19 Breathalyzer Test; HSAs, Health Inequities

Bristol Myers Squibb settles lawsuit on conspiring to block generic competition to HIV drugs; FDA grants emergency use authorization to a novel breath test that can detect COVID-19 within 3 minutes; health savings accounts (HSAs) are being used less effectively by minority and low-income populations.

April 8th 2022

How Is US Progressing in Measuring, Reducing Low-Value Care?

Reducing low-value care means saving money, reducing potential harm, and creating room for high-value care to be delivered in the United States.

April 8th 2022

Serving Nontraditional Health Care Needs in Medicare Through VBID

Panelists touted the ability to pay for items and repairs to keep Medicare beneficiaries healthier at home, avoiding potentially costly hospitalizations and complications.

April 7th 2022

Incremental Steps Helpful but Not Enough to End Underinsurance Issue, Panelists Say

Without addressing rising costs, the problem of underinsurance in health care coverage will remain, said panelists at the 2022 V-BID Summit, discussing some of the smaller steps that are being proposed or are already in place to try to ease the financial burden.

April 5th 2022

What We're Reading: ACA Coverage Expansion; New Heart Failure Guidelines; Poor Air Quality Worldwide

The Biden administration plans to expand Affordable Care Act (ACA) coverage to more families; new guidelines jointly announced by cardiology organizations for the treatment and prevention of heart failure; World Health Organization estimates that 99% of people worldwide are exposed to poor air quality.

April 4th 2022

Examining the Impact of Psoriasis Disease Burden on QOL, Mental Health

Two abstracts presented at the 2022 American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) Annual Meeting explored the health-related quality of life (QOL) and mental health impact of psoriasis disease burden by severity and affected body region.

April 4th 2022

What We're Reading: Starting School Later; Taking Action Against Fentanyl; Benzene in Antiperspirants

Later school start times are being considered to address youth mental health crises; states are taking action to enact legislation on opioid addiction and fentanyl-related deaths; Unilever recalls 2 Suave aerosol antiperspirant products due to a potential carcinogen.

April 1st 2022

What We're Reading: COVID-19 Funding Bill; Entire Human Genome Sequenced; Pandemic Impact on Teen Mental Health

Democrats and Republicans are near agreement on a $10 billion COVID-19 funding package; scientists perform the first complete, gapless sequence of a human genome; more than a third of high school students reported they experienced poor mental health during the pandemic.

March 29th 2022

What’s Coming Up Next in Interoperability With Dr Donald Rucker

An unprecedented level of detail and robustness around interoperability standards is on its way, and on this episode of Managed Care Cast, we speak with Donald Rucker, MD, the former National Coordinator for Health Information Technology in HHS, about what the opportunities and responsibilities for payers are.

March 28th 2022

Underscoring the Diversity Issue in Dermatology: Clinical Trials, Therapeutics, and Care Management

Clinical trial recruitment and management strategies for diverse populations are among the challenges that affect dermatology care quality and access, according to panelists at the 2022 American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) Annual Meeting.

March 27th 2022

Panel Reviews Dietary Triggers, Best Practices for Management of Dermatologic Diseases

A panel discussion at the 2022 American Academy of Dermatology Annual Meeting addressed the association between food and skin manifestations, as well as dietary triggers and recommendations in the management of a myriad of dermatologic conditions.

March 5th 2022

Prevalence of Chronic Rhinosinusitis With Nasal Polyps Higher in Urban Residents, Seniors

In Poland, the prevalence of chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps was shown to be greater in men, elderly individuals, and those living in urban areas.

March 2nd 2022

Looking Beyond COVID-19, US Health Officials Outline Next Steps to Fight Disease

From one-stop testing and treatment sites to boosting research and surveillance, Biden administration health officials expanded on the COVID-19 plan the president announced in his State of the Union address Tuesday night, but the plan will require additional funding from Congress.

March 1st 2022

What We're Reading: Lower Vaccine Protection in Children; Nursing Home Quality Reform; Climate Change Warning