Large Number of GLP-1 Prescriptions Go UnfilledLarge Number of GLP-1 Prescriptions Go Unfilled
(MedPage Today) — Nearly half of patients prescribed a GLP-1 receptor agonist were not filling the order, with certain factors playing a role, according to a cohort study. Among nearly 10,000 GLP-1 receptor agonist prescriptions given at a single… (MedPage Today) — Nearly half of patients prescribed a GLP-1 receptor agonist were not filling Read More
Top 10 questions about breast cancer answeredTop 10 questions about breast cancer answered
Breast cancer receives much attention during October’s awareness month. Although sightings of pink ribbons and breast cancer-related information increase during the month, it’s crucial to keep screenings and clinical breast exams at the forefront of preventive care year-round.
GLP-1 Receptor Agonist Order Fills and Out-of-Pocket Costs by Race, Ethnicity, and IndicationGLP-1 Receptor Agonist Order Fills and Out-of-Pocket Costs by Race, Ethnicity, and Indication
This cohort study examines how often glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist orders are filled, the out-of-pocket cost per prescription, and differences by patient race and ethnicity or indication among patients with insurance. This cohort study examines how often glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist orders are filled, the out-of-pocket cost per prescription, and differences by patient race and Read More
A Breast Cancer That’s Harder to Detect Is on the RiseA Breast Cancer That’s Harder to Detect Is on the Rise
(MedPage Today) — Invasive lobular carcinoma (ILC) now accounts for one in every 10 breast cancer cases in the U.S. and is increasing at more than triple the rate of other breast cancers, according to a report from the American Cancer Society…
GLP-1s May Throw Off Some Medical ScansGLP-1s May Throw Off Some Medical Scans
(MedPage Today) — Welcome to Culture Clinic, MedPage Today’s collaboration with Northwell Health to offer a healthcare professional’s take on the latest viral medical topics. Doctors performing certain medical scans on patients taking GLP-1 receptor… (MedPage Today) — Welcome to Culture Clinic, MedPage Today’s collaboration with Northwell Health to offer a healthcare professional’s take Read More
Breast Cancer Before 50; Money, Greed, Access to Care; AI Use Outpaces OversightBreast Cancer Before 50; Money, Greed, Access to Care; AI Use Outpaces Oversight
(MedPage Today) — What surgeons want women to know about breast cancer before age 50. (American College of Surgeons)
Lack of access to clinical trials continues to limit participation to 7% of patients with cancer, according to a new report from…
This Vibrant Global Tribute Will Raise Critical Funds for Metastatic Breast Cancer ResearchThis Vibrant Global Tribute Will Raise Critical Funds for Metastatic Breast Cancer Research
Join us right here to watch #LightUpMBC Live on October 13.
Certain dietary fatty acids can supercharge cancer-fighting immune cellsCertain dietary fatty acids can supercharge cancer-fighting immune cells
A research team at the LKS Faculty of Medicine of the University of Hong Kong (HKUMed) has discovered that certain dietary fatty acids can supercharge the human immune system’s ability to fight cancer. The team found that a healthy fatty acid found in olive oil and nuts, called oleic acid (OA), enhances the power of immune γδ-T cells, specialized cells known for their cancer-fighting properties.
Everything I Thought I Knew About Breast Cancer Was WrongEverything I Thought I Knew About Breast Cancer Was Wrong
Why do people not know that 85 percent of people with breast cancer have NO family history?
Here’s Exactly How Much Protein to Eat If You’re on a GLP-1Here’s Exactly How Much Protein to Eat If You’re on a GLP-1
It may take more than you think to prevent dangerous loss of muscle mass. It may take more than you think to prevent dangerous loss of muscle mass.