Overhaul Of U.S. Preventive Services Task Force May Impact Coverage Of Screenings

Upheaval at the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force may reshape coverage of preventive care by insurance, possibly leading to removal of previously covered items.

Trump’s Most Favored Nation Drug Pricing Has Bold Aims, But Limited Impact

While the most favored nation initiatives have bold aims to lower the cost of drugs, the impact is limited, and in some instances unclear, a case of style over substance.

Targeted Drug Shrinks Tumors In Hard-To-Treat Cancer

A targeted antibody‑drug conjugate shrinks tumors and slows progression in recurrent uterine cancer by ferrying potent chemotherapy directly into cancer cells.

Potential Big Impact If Firms That Own Pharmacy Benefit Managers Must Break Up

While PBM reforms that passed earlier this year will spur further changes in the way business is conducted, it’s anti-trust legislation that could have the most impact.

Weight Loss Drugs Listed By Health Insurers Aren’t Necessarily Covered

Inclusion of weight loss drugs on insurer formularies is a meaningful step towards expanding access. But having a product listed doesn’t necessarily mean it’s covered.

GLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs Could Stop Cancer Progressing Says New Study

GLP-1 drugs commonly used for weight loss and diabetes decreased the risk of cancer spreading in patients with several different types of tumors including breast and lung

E-Cigarettes Can Help You Quit Smoking Says New Study

E-cigarettes containing nicotine can help people quit smoking according to a new study and may be more helpful for some smokers than other nicotine products like patches.

Second Trump Administration’s Pivot On Vaping Leads To Resignations

High level resignations in protest against the push to allow sales of fruit-flavored vapes suggest a break in policy between the first and second Trump administrations.

Unclear How FDA Commissioner Makary’s Departure Will Impact His Initiatives

During a tumultuous 13-month tenure at the FDA, Makary pursued a wide range of ambitious initiatives. Going forward, their status under the next commissioner is unclear.

Teaching Your Body To Make Designer Antibodies

Editing a small number of blood-forming stem cells to encode powerful antibodies turns the immune system into a living drug factory.