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The 41st Association of Cancer Care Centers (ACCC) National Oncology Conference began with a diverse range of poster exhibits, highlighting important initiatives in patient wellness.

New data from the PURPOSE 2 trial continue to show the efficacy of lenacapavir in HIV prevention in individuals who have sex with men.

The theme of our inaugural regional Institute for Value-Based Medicine® event in Boston was, “Elevating Value in Cancer Care,” and one of the 4 panel discussions focused on the important contributions of pharmacists and the practice of pharmacy to the oncology space.

Vice President Kamala Harris announced her proposal that would require Medicare to cover costs of long-term home care, which would mark a notable expansion of Medicare.

CHEST 2024 late-breaking data showcased the potential of AI-based systems in diagnosing and managing pulmonary embolism.

Two posters presented at the CHEST 2024 annual meeting underscore the importance of early identification and treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), with better adherence and outcomes among those using single-inhaler triple therapy.

According to KFF’s annual Employer Health Benefits Survey, the average premium for family coverage now stands at $25,572, with workers contributing an average of $6296 annually.

Research from the Heart Failure Society of America Annual Scientific Meeting evaluated remote physiological monitoring for treating systolic heart failure (HF), as well as the impact of a heart transplant allocation system on urban and rural communities.

A study of 555 patients further solidified genotype-phenotype correlations in Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD).

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) presents a significant challenge for both patients and health care providers and discussions of effective management strategies took center stage at CHEST 2024 in Boston.

Study compares immediate post-discharge care requirements for respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), influenza, acute myocardial infarction, and stroke.

Kimberly Westrich, MA, chief strategy officer of the National Pharmaceutical Council, discusses key agenda highlights that will be presented at the 2024 AMCP Nexus conference.

CNTN1 and NRXN3 clearly differentiated severe and milder forms of spinal muscular atrophy (SMA).

Three patients with RPE65-related retinopathy showed improved function in both eyes following gene augmentation therapy treatment with voretigene neparvovec.

As more researchers utilize digital technology to measure mobility in pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH), a team calls for consistent protocols to make outcomes as meaningful as possible to patients and clinicians

A poster presented at the CHEST 2024 annual meeting shows that inhaled treprostinil (iTRE) reduces hospitalizations in patients with pulmonary hypertension due to interstitial lung disease (PH-ILD).

Study findings reveals a 1-way relationship between cardiovascular disease and psoriasis, with no impact on other immune-mediated inflammatory diseases.

It is important to educate and bring awareness to childhood lymphoma, its symptoms, treatment options, and the need for support.

A comparison of the second-generation Bruton tyrosine kinase (BTK) inhibitor acalabrutinib to the first-generation ibrutinib shows the former had lower rates of adverse events in a real-world setting.

Hope is on the horizon for patients living with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). CHEST 2024 in Boston featured a session highlighting emerging bronchoscopic therapies.

CMS actuaries foresee a gradual rise in per capita health spending, slowing initially but eventually outpacing economic growth.

Two posters presented at the CHEST 2024 annual meeting showed that mepolizumab significantly reduces exacerbations in patients with severe asthma and asthma with concurrent chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

The suggestive evidence should encourage research into the associations to evaluate the association with stronger evidence.

A systematic review analyzing sleep quality and the impact of zinc supplements reveals glaring gaps in knowledge in this area despite suggested benefits, demonstrating the need for future research.

New data presented at CHEST 2024 in Boston revealed a significant link between obstructive sleep apnea and mental health disorders in middle-aged and older adults.

At the CHEST 2024 annual meeting, international respiratory society leaders highlighted the need for global collaboration to address issues like air pollution and health equity in respiratory care.

Capivasertib, in combination with venetoclax, produced promising responses in preclinical models of diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL).

Recent results from a new diabetes reversal program demonstrate the reliable, sustained benefits of nonpharmacological interventions in the management of diabetes and overall health of patients.

Between 2011 and 2020, the Veterans Health Administration spent $78 billion on health services for veterans also enrolled in Medicare Advantage.

The Heart Failure Society of America (HFSA) annual meeting 2024 was scheduled to showcase groundbreaking research on the impact of COVID-19 on patients with myocarditis and heart failure.