Does More Technology Bring Us Better Healthcare?
September 12, 2016
It is assumed by many that our rapid adoption of high technology and high spending on health care must bring us the best health care.
Posts in category: Recent News
FDA Approves First And Only Single Monthly Injection For A PCSK9 Inhibitor
August 9, 2016
Amgen announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the Repatha (evolocumab) Pushtronex™ system (on-body infusor with prefilled cartridge), a new, monthly single-dose administration option.1 The
Help with the high cost of hepatitis C drugs
August 9, 2016
After legal battles and lobbying efforts, thousands of people with hepatitis C are gaining earlier access to expensive drugs that can cure this condition. States that
Epclusa is the latest antiviral drug to get FDA approval, but like other medications it comes with a price.
August 9, 2016
Last month, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved another in a series of medicines that have dramatically changed the outlook for those diagnosed with
The GOP Needs To Tackle The High Price Of Prescription Drugs
August 9, 2016
Last month, House Speaker Paul Ryan unveiled the GOP’s comprehensive plan for health reform. It included 30-odd pages of constructive proposals for replacing Obamacare, reforming entitlements, and
New analysis recommends responsible prescription of opioids to pain patients
August 9, 2016
A recent review and analysis suggests that some policies restricting opioid prescriptions to curb overdose deaths could be harming those who need them the most:
Makers of Humira and Enbrel Using New Drug Patents to Delay Generic Versions
August 9, 2016
The best-selling drugs Humira and Enbrel have a lot in common. They both use biotechnology to treat rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis and other autoimmune diseases. And
How Digital Technology is Changing the Landscape of Health Care
July 7, 2016
The health care industry is turning to high tech in an effort to reach consumers & help them think healthy. Hacking threats and privacy breaches
