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PCPs in greatest demand to fill organization needs, survey finds
APRIL 01, 2013Primary care physicians (PCPs) are in the greatest demand by hospitals, medical groups, and other healthcare organizations seeking to fill staffing needs, a new survey indicates.
APRIL 01, 2013Primary care physicians (PCPs) are in the greatest demand by hospitals, medical groups, and other healthcare organizations seeking to fill staffing needs, a new survey indicates.
New strategies needed to reduce mortality associated with cardiometabolic risk factors in young people
FEBRUARY 28, 2013
FEBRUARY 28, 2013
By: TRACEY WALKER
Among US adolescents and young adults, HbA1c levels, central obesity, and smoking were associated with an increased risk of dying before 55 years of age.Community-based intervention can help reduce mortality from opioid overdose
FEBRUARY 28, 2013
FEBRUARY 28, 2013
By: TRACEY WALKER
In the study of communities in Massachusetts with high numbers of opioid overdose deaths, implementation of overdose education and naloxone distribution (OEND) were associated with a significant reduction in opioid overdose death rates.Patients who adhere to statin regimens are healthier, but higher drug spending makes overall care more costly
FEBRUARY 28, 2013
FEBRUARY 28, 2013
By: FORMULARY STAFF
Individuals with high cholesterol who stay on their statin medications over a 2-year period are healthier than comparable nonadherent individuals, but the overall cost of their care is slightly higher, according to a new study.IOM report focuses on impact of counterfeit, substandard drugs
FEBRUARY 28, 2013
FEBRUARY 28, 2013
By: TRACEY WALKER
A new Institutes of Medicine (IOM) report addresses growing concerns in the global community surrounding the public safety matters of fake and substandard drugs.Low-dose contraceptive patch comparable to combination oral contraceptive in safety, tolerability study
FEBRUARY 28, 2013
FEBRUARY 28, 2013
By: FORMULARY STAFF
A low-dose contraceptive patch is comparable to combination oral contraceptive in a comparative study, according to phase 3 data presented at the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists' (ACOG) 60th Annual Clinical Meeting.High calcium intake could raise CV mortality in women
FEBRUARY 28, 2013
FEBRUARY 28, 2013
By: FORMULARY STAFF
A high calcium intake, from diet or the combination of diet and supplements may raise the rate of mortality, especially cardiovascular (CV) mortality.Drug manufacturers seek payer feedback on new products
FEBRUARY 28, 2013Partnering in healthcare seems to be the prevailing wind while achieving access, cost effectiveness, and high quality remains the aim of the industry.
FEBRUARY 28, 2013Partnering in healthcare seems to be the prevailing wind while achieving access, cost effectiveness, and high quality remains the aim of the industry.
MS specialty drug treatment costs climb to two-thirds of total MS treatment cost
FEBRUARY 28, 2013
FEBRUARY 28, 2013
By: FORMULARY STAFF
Multiple sclerosis (MS) specialty drug costs no account for more than two-thirds or MS patients' total cost of care, according to a new study.From the American College of Gastroenterology Annual Scientific Meeting: Know your options for cost-effective management of HE
FEBRUARY 28, 2013The economic implications of HE are numerous and marked altered as based upon direct and indirect costs, worsening of patient's and patient's family members quality of life, employment status, and autonomy.
FEBRUARY 28, 2013The economic implications of HE are numerous and marked altered as based upon direct and indirect costs, worsening of patient's and patient's family members quality of life, employment status, and autonomy.



