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As Overdose Epidemic Shifts, Higher Doses of Addiction Treatment May Benefit Patients Long Term
Patients receiving higher doses of buprenorphine were less likely to later require emergency department services or an inpatient hospital stay, researchers found.
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PBM Market Concentration Varies Among Payer Types
A few pharmacy benefit managers dominate each of the payer markets, and the three biggest PBMs appear to be targeting different markets.
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Public Trust in Drinking Water Safety is Low Globally
Even in countries with high access to basic drinking water services, including the United States, doubts about the safety of water were widespread.
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It’s Worth Challenging That Troubling Medical Bill, Study Finds
Most who sought billing help got some relief, but those who may struggle most are less likely to reach out.
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Just Say “Climate Change”—Not “Climate Emergency”
The terms “climate change” and “global warming” are more familiar to people and also generate more concern about the planet’s warming.
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Study: Exploding Popularity of Ozempic and Wegovy Among Privately Insured Patients May Worsen Disparities
Publicly insured individuals who are most likely to benefit from new diabetes and obesity drugs are less likely to get them than those with private insurance.
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2024 Alzheimer’s Trial Recruitment Innovation Lab Fellowship Program — Application Open
The University of Southern California (USC) announces an opening for a fellow to join the Alzheimer’s Trial Recruitment Innovation Lab (ATRIL) fellowship program in the fall of 2024.
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Schaeffer Institute Launches New Initiative to Improve Public Policy
Climate change, health and food insecurity will be major focuses of a new initiative aimed at creating policies and communication that better fit people’s needs.
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Study: Americans Find Hospital-at-Home Care Appealing and Safe
Most people see hospital-level care provided in a patient’s home as convenient, comfortable and effective.
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Key USC Researchers’ Dementia Cost Model Aims to Help Patients, Families
Knowing the actual costs of dementia could help families plan their budgets and support needs, inform treatment and caregiving options, and shape health care policy.