11 children’s hospitals, startup drugmaker partner to fight pediatric drug shortages
(By Maia Anderson for Becker’s Hospital Review) Eleven children’s hospitals and startup drugmaker Phlow have joined forces to create the Children’s
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Part D/Prescription Drugs
The HHS’ rule 0936-AA08 is delayed for almost two years
The U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia has issued a court order delaying the Department of Health and
Read MoreMedicare basics
If you are nearing 65, the question of when to enroll in Medicare and which parts to enroll in can
Read More94% of older Americans prescribed a drug that increases their risk of falling, study shows
(By Katie Adams for Becker’s Hospital Review) Ninety-four percent of older Americans were prescribed a drug that increased their risk
Read MoreCan Vaccination and Infection Rates Add Up to Reach Covid Herd Immunity?
(By Carmen Heredia Rodriguez for Kaiser Health News) It’s been a long, dark winter of covid concerns, stoked by high
Read MoreEnsuring Innovation Act and Advancing Education on Biosimilars Act both passed the Senate
The Ensuring Innovation Act and the Advancing Education on Biosimilars Act were unanimously passed by the U.S. Senate last week.
Read MoreOver-the-counter (OTC) medicines play an essential role in healthcare
Research indicates how essential over-the-counter (OTC) medicines are in keeping individuals healthy and lower healthcare spending. They found the “availability
Read MorePlease stop posting your vaccine or Medicare ID card on Social Media
Officials are warning the senior community to stop posting your COVID-19 vaccine card or Medicare ID card on social media.
Read MoreYou can still switch your Medicare Advantage plan
If you discovered your Medicare Advantage plan is not a good fit, you have until the end of March to
Read MoreMedicare Part D prescription drug coverage can cause confusion
Medicare can be confusing with its terminology of deductibles, copays, and coinsurance, and no wonder people find themselves under financial
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