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COVID-19 Infection Linked to Increased Risk of Skin Conditions
01/08/2025
Grace Taylor, MS, MA
A recent study found that COVID-19 infection significantly increases the risk of developing skin conditions such as vitiligo, chronic urticaria, alopecia areata, and herpes zoster.
A recent study found that COVID-19 infection significantly increases the risk of developing skin conditions such as vitiligo, chronic urticaria, alopecia areata, and herpes zoster.
A recent study found that...
01/08/2025
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Financial Hardships Associated With Long COVID Across Income and Education Levels
12/19/2024
Juliet Gallagher
A study published in Health Services Research analyzing data from the 2022 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) has revealed a significant association between long COVID and financial hardships.
A study published in Health Services Research analyzing data from the 2022 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) has revealed a significant association between long COVID and financial hardships.
A study published in Health...
12/19/2024
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Effectiveness of SARS-CoV-2 Vaccination Among Health Care Workers
12/17/2024
Hannah Musick
A comprehensive analysis of SARS-CoV-2 vaccination in health care workers shows high levels of protection against infection, symptomatic infection, and hospitalization with evidence of waning immunity over time.
A comprehensive analysis of SARS-CoV-2 vaccination in health care workers shows high levels of protection against infection, symptomatic infection, and hospitalization with evidence of waning immunity over time.
A comprehensive analysis of...
12/17/2024
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Patients With MS on Ocrelizumab and Rituximab May Have Higher Risk of SARS-CoV-2 Infection Compared to Ofatumumab
05/28/2024
Hannah Musick
Recent research found that patients on ocrelizumab and rituximab are at a higher risk of contracting SARS-CoV-2 despite being vaccinated, compared to those on ofatumumab.
Recent research found that patients on ocrelizumab and rituximab are at a higher risk of contracting SARS-CoV-2 despite being vaccinated, compared to those on ofatumumab.
Recent research found that...
05/28/2024
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Commentary
Harnessing Innovation to Improve Maternal Health
04/09/2024

Britteny Matero, partner and senior vice president, Market Access, Innsena, and Jaime Bland, DNP, RN, president and chief executive officer, CyncHealth

Britteny Matero, partner and senior v...
The US faces a critical maternal health crisis, with high maternal mortality rates exacerbated by COVID-19 and racial disparities. Institutional changes are needed to prevent these largely preventable deaths, and two experts highlight...
The US faces a critical maternal health crisis, with high maternal mortality rates exacerbated by COVID-19 and racial disparities. Institutional changes are needed to prevent these largely preventable deaths, and two experts highlight...
The US faces a critical maternal...
04/09/2024
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Conference Insider
Down Syndrome Associated With Higher COVID-19 Risk in Pediatric Patients With Hematologic Malignancies
04/13/2023
Maria Asimopoulos
Jennifer Wilkes, MD, MSCE, discusses her research exploring the risk of COVID-19 infection and complications in pediatric patients with hematologic malignancies and Down syndrome.
Jennifer Wilkes, MD, MSCE, discusses her research exploring the risk of COVID-19 infection and complications in pediatric patients with hematologic malignancies and Down syndrome.
Jennifer Wilkes, MD, MSCE,...
04/13/2023
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Risk of Fatal Overdose Decreased With Expanded Access to Telehealth, Medications for OUD During Pandemic
04/03/2023
Hannah Musick
Fatal drug overdoses were less likely among Medicare beneficiaries during the COVID-19 pandemic due to increased access to telehealth services and medications for opioid use disorder.
Fatal drug overdoses were less likely among Medicare beneficiaries during the COVID-19 pandemic due to increased access to telehealth services and medications for opioid use disorder.
Fatal drug overdoses were less...
04/03/2023
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SDoH Impact COVID-19 Vaccination Rates Among Patients With Cancer
03/27/2023
Hannah Musick
Age, cancer type, and comorbidity status were among several significant factors driving COVID-19 vaccination rates for patients with cancer, new findings show.
Age, cancer type, and comorbidity status were among several significant factors driving COVID-19 vaccination rates for patients with cancer, new findings show.
Age, cancer type, and...
03/27/2023
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Conference Coverage
Measuring the Pandemic's Impact on Oral Oncolytic Adherence
03/24/2023
Maria Asimopoulos
Researchers at AMCP 2023 studied the number of prescription fills and therapy changes to determine how COVID-19 impacted adherence to oral oncolytic agents.
Researchers at AMCP 2023 studied the number of prescription fills and therapy changes to determine how COVID-19 impacted adherence to oral oncolytic agents.
Researchers at AMCP 2023 studied...
03/24/2023
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Woman Develops Retroperitoneal Fibrosis Following COVID-19 mRNA Vaccination
03/23/2023
Jolynn Tumolo
A 58-year-old woman developed retroperitoneal fibrosis 5 weeks after receiving the second dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine, findings show.
A 58-year-old woman developed retroperitoneal fibrosis 5 weeks after receiving the second dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine, findings show.
A 58-year-old woman developed...
03/23/2023
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High-Throughput Assay Tracks Range of SARS-CoV-2 Vaccination Responses
03/22/2023
Jolynn Tumolo
New research demonstrated an immunoassay was efficacious for tracking antibody responses to SARS-CoV-2 vaccination across all ages and infection history.
New research demonstrated an immunoassay was efficacious for tracking antibody responses to SARS-CoV-2 vaccination across all ages and infection history.
New research demonstrated an...
03/22/2023
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News
COVID-19 Infection Linked to Increased Risk of Skin Conditions
01/08/2025
Grace Taylor, MS, MA
A recent study found that COVID-19 infection significantly increases the risk of developing skin conditions such as vitiligo, chronic urticaria, alopecia areata, and herpes zoster.
A recent study found that COVID-19 infection significantly increases the risk of developing skin conditions such as vitiligo, chronic urticaria, alopecia areata, and herpes zoster.
A recent study found that...
01/08/2025
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News
Financial Hardships Associated With Long COVID Across Income and Education Levels
12/19/2024
Juliet Gallagher
A study published in Health Services Research analyzing data from the 2022 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) has revealed a significant association between long COVID and financial hardships.
A study published in Health Services Research analyzing data from the 2022 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) has revealed a significant association between long COVID and financial hardships.
A study published in Health...
12/19/2024
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News
Effectiveness of SARS-CoV-2 Vaccination Among Health Care Workers
12/17/2024
Hannah Musick
A comprehensive analysis of SARS-CoV-2 vaccination in health care workers shows high levels of protection against infection, symptomatic infection, and hospitalization with evidence of waning immunity over time.
A comprehensive analysis of SARS-CoV-2 vaccination in health care workers shows high levels of protection against infection, symptomatic infection, and hospitalization with evidence of waning immunity over time.
A comprehensive analysis of...
12/17/2024
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News
Patients With MS on Ocrelizumab and Rituximab May Have Higher Risk of SARS-CoV-2 Infection Compared to Ofatumumab
05/28/2024
Hannah Musick
Recent research found that patients on ocrelizumab and rituximab are at a higher risk of contracting SARS-CoV-2 despite being vaccinated, compared to those on ofatumumab.
Recent research found that patients on ocrelizumab and rituximab are at a higher risk of contracting SARS-CoV-2 despite being vaccinated, compared to those on ofatumumab.
Recent research found that...
05/28/2024
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News
Risk of Fatal Overdose Decreased With Expanded Access to Telehealth, Medications for OUD During Pandemic
04/03/2023
Hannah Musick
Fatal drug overdoses were less likely among Medicare beneficiaries during the COVID-19 pandemic due to increased access to telehealth services and medications for opioid use disorder.
Fatal drug overdoses were less likely among Medicare beneficiaries during the COVID-19 pandemic due to increased access to telehealth services and medications for opioid use disorder.
Fatal drug overdoses were less...
04/03/2023
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News
SDoH Impact COVID-19 Vaccination Rates Among Patients With Cancer
03/27/2023
Hannah Musick
Age, cancer type, and comorbidity status were among several significant factors driving COVID-19 vaccination rates for patients with cancer, new findings show.
Age, cancer type, and comorbidity status were among several significant factors driving COVID-19 vaccination rates for patients with cancer, new findings show.
Age, cancer type, and...
03/27/2023
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News
Woman Develops Retroperitoneal Fibrosis Following COVID-19 mRNA Vaccination
03/23/2023
Jolynn Tumolo
A 58-year-old woman developed retroperitoneal fibrosis 5 weeks after receiving the second dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine, findings show.
A 58-year-old woman developed retroperitoneal fibrosis 5 weeks after receiving the second dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine, findings show.
A 58-year-old woman developed...
03/23/2023
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News
High-Throughput Assay Tracks Range of SARS-CoV-2 Vaccination Responses
03/22/2023
Jolynn Tumolo
New research demonstrated an immunoassay was efficacious for tracking antibody responses to SARS-CoV-2 vaccination across all ages and infection history.
New research demonstrated an immunoassay was efficacious for tracking antibody responses to SARS-CoV-2 vaccination across all ages and infection history.
New research demonstrated an...
03/22/2023
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News
Meta-Analysis Supports COVID-19 Vaccines for Adults of All Ages
02/22/2023
Jolynn Tumolo
A new meta-analysis reveals that COVID-19 vaccines can create immunity against SARS-CoV-2 infection in adults of all ages and may require extra attention for older individuals.
A new meta-analysis reveals that COVID-19 vaccines can create immunity against SARS-CoV-2 infection in adults of all ages and may require extra attention for older individuals.
A new meta-analysis reveals that...
02/22/2023
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News
Contracting COVID-19 Almost Doubles Long-Term Mortality Rate
02/21/2023
Hannah Musick
Patients who have contracted COVID-19 are at risk for a higher mortality rate than those who have never contracted the disease, findings show.
Patients who have contracted COVID-19 are at risk for a higher mortality rate than those who have never contracted the disease, findings show.
Patients who have contracted...
02/21/2023
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News
IMC Care Matches ICU Outcomes for Hypertensive Emergencies, Study Finds
05/04/2026
Rebecca Amrick
In a recent study, patients with hypertensive emergencies had similar outcomes in intermediate care (IMC) and intensive care unit (ICU) settings, suggesting IMC units may safely reduce ICU utilization without compromising care.
In a recent study, patients with hypertensive emergencies had similar outcomes in intermediate care (IMC) and intensive care unit (ICU) settings, suggesting IMC units may safely reduce ICU utilization without compromising care.
In a recent study, patients with...
05/04/2026
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News
Adjuvant Immunotherapy Costs Challenge Lung Cancer Affordability
05/04/2026
Hannah Musick
Adjuvant immunotherapies may improve lung cancer outcomes, but high costs and budget impact concerns highlight the need for biomarker-guided use, value-based pricing, and phased adoption.
Adjuvant immunotherapies may improve lung cancer outcomes, but high costs and budget impact concerns highlight the need for biomarker-guided use, value-based pricing, and phased adoption.
Adjuvant immunotherapies may...
05/04/2026
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News
Teclistamab Shows Comparable Efficacy but Lower Costs Than Elranatamab in RRMM Study
05/04/2026
Rebecca Amrick
With similar response rates but consistently lower costs, teclistamab may offer a more economically favorable option than elranatamab for patients with relapsed or refractory multiple myeloma (RRMM), according to a study published in the...
With similar response rates but consistently lower costs, teclistamab may offer a more economically favorable option than elranatamab for patients with relapsed or refractory multiple myeloma (RRMM), according to a study published in the...
With similar response rates but...
05/04/2026
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News
Glofitamab Emerges as an Accessible, High-Potential Alternative to CAR T Therapy in DLBCL
04/29/2026
Rebecca Amrick
Dr Tycel Phillips from Blood Cancers Today explains how the bispecific antibody glofitamab may offer a more accessible and potentially curative alternative to chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T-cell therapy for patients with diffuse large...
Dr Tycel Phillips from Blood Cancers Today explains how the bispecific antibody glofitamab may offer a more accessible and potentially curative alternative to chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T-cell therapy for patients with diffuse large...
Dr Tycel Phillips from Blood...
04/29/2026
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News
Hemodialysis Triggers Wide Epigenetic Changes in Patients With Chronic Kidney Disease
04/27/2026
Rebecca Amrick
A small-scale exploratory study analyzed the impact of hemodialysis on DNA methylation patterns and found inflammation to be linked a system-wide reaction.
A small-scale exploratory study analyzed the impact of hemodialysis on DNA methylation patterns and found inflammation to be linked a system-wide reaction.
A small-scale exploratory study...
04/27/2026
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News
Sequencing of Bispecific Antibodies May Influence Outcomes in R/R Follicular Lymphoma
04/24/2026
Rebecca Amrick
A real-world multicenter study suggests bispecific antibodies remain effective in relapsed or refractory follicular lymphoma (R/R FL), but treatment sequencing may impact progression-free survival.
A real-world multicenter study suggests bispecific antibodies remain effective in relapsed or refractory follicular lymphoma (R/R FL), but treatment sequencing may impact progression-free survival.
A real-world multicenter study...
04/24/2026
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News
Trump Administration Announces 17th Most-Favored-Nation Drug Pricing Agreement With Regeneron
04/23/2026
Danielle Sposato
The Trump Administration today announced a new agreement with pharmaceutical manufacturer Regeneron aimed at aligning US prescription drug prices with those paid in other developed nations under a most-favored-nation (MFN) pricing model.
The Trump Administration today announced a new agreement with pharmaceutical manufacturer Regeneron aimed at aligning US prescription drug prices with those paid in other developed nations under a most-favored-nation (MFN) pricing model.
The Trump Administration today...
04/23/2026
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News
Trump Administration Announces 17th Most-Favored-Nation Drug Pricing Agreement With Regeneron
04/23/2026
Danielle Sposato
The Trump Administration today announced a new agreement with pharmaceutical manufacturer Regeneron aimed at aligning US prescription drug prices with those paid in other developed nations under a most-favored-nation (MFN) pricing model.
The Trump Administration today announced a new agreement with pharmaceutical manufacturer Regeneron aimed at aligning US prescription drug prices with those paid in other developed nations under a most-favored-nation (MFN) pricing model.
The Trump Administration today...
04/23/2026
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News
Semaglutide Shows Health Benefits for CVD but Falls Short on Cost-Effectiveness at Current Drug Prices
04/23/2026
Rebecca Amrick
A simulation study found that semaglutide could deliver meaningful health benefits as a secondary prevention strategy for cardiovascular disease (CVD) but will only be cost-effective if current drug prices are reduced.
A simulation study found that semaglutide could deliver meaningful health benefits as a secondary prevention strategy for cardiovascular disease (CVD) but will only be cost-effective if current drug prices are reduced.
A simulation study found that...
04/23/2026
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Behind the Bill
DOJ Places FDA-Approved Marijuana Products in Schedule III
04/23/2026
Grace Taylor, MS, MA
The US Department of Justice (DOJ) has reclassified certain US Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-approved marijuana products as Schedule III substances, a shift that may expand research and influence future clinical and coverage decisions in...
The US Department of Justice (DOJ) has reclassified certain US Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-approved marijuana products as Schedule III substances, a shift that may expand research and influence future clinical and coverage decisions in...
The US Department of Justice...
04/23/2026
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Videos

Videos
Factors to Consider When Differentiating Between COVID and Allergy Symptoms
07/21/2020
Lakiea Wright, MD, explains how health care professionals can identify allergic asthma triggers in the age of social distancing and highlights factors that should be considered when differentiating between COVID-19 and general allergy...
Lakiea Wright, MD, explains how health care professionals can identify allergic asthma triggers in the age of social distancing and highlights factors that should be considered when differentiating between COVID-19 and general allergy...
Lakiea Wright, MD, explains how...
07/21/2020
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Videos
How I Practice Now: Ensuring Patients Understand the Proper Use of Telehealth
04/02/2020
Nana Duffy, MD, dermatologist, Rochester Regional Health, explains the importance of ensuring patients understand how to use telehealth properly and to its full capacity.
Nana Duffy, MD, dermatologist, Rochester Regional Health, explains the importance of ensuring patients understand how to use telehealth properly and to its full capacity.
Nana Duffy, MD, dermatologist,...
04/02/2020
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Advanced Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Anal Canal
Videos
Evaluating Retifanlimab for Advanced Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Anal Canal in the Frontline Setting
03/31/2026
Lingbin Meng, MD, PhD
Lingbin Meng, MD, discusses how adding retifanlimab to chemotherapy may reshape frontline treatment for advanced squamous cell carcinoma of the anal canal.
Lingbin Meng, MD, discusses how adding retifanlimab to chemotherapy may reshape frontline treatment for advanced squamous cell carcinoma of the anal canal.
Lingbin Meng, MD, discusses how...
03/31/2026
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Al B. Benson, III, MD, FACP, FASCO
Videos
First-Line Immunotherapy in Advanced Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Anal Canal (SCAC): Evidence Review
03/31/2026
Al B. Benson, III, MD, FACP, FASCO
Dr Benson reviews the epidemiology and unmet clinical need in advanced squamous cell carcinoma of the anal canal (SCAC) and examines the evolving role of immunotherapy in the first-line setting. He also contextualizes recent regulatory and...
Dr Benson reviews the epidemiology and unmet clinical need in advanced squamous cell carcinoma of the anal canal (SCAC) and examines the evolving role of immunotherapy in the first-line setting. He also contextualizes recent regulatory and...
Dr Benson reviews the...
03/31/2026
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Videos
Can Agentic AI Deliver? Rethinking Innovation, ROI, and Risk in Managed Care
03/30/2026
Andy De, CMO
A guest expert explains why generative AI has largely stalled in health care and argues that agentic AI—focused on automating workflows and driving action—offers a more practical path to measurable ROI, improved clinician productivity, and...
A guest expert explains why generative AI has largely stalled in health care and argues that agentic AI—focused on automating workflows and driving action—offers a more practical path to measurable ROI, improved clinician productivity, and...
A guest expert explains why...
03/30/2026
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PIPELINE PROJECTIONS
Emerging Therapies Reshaping Atopic Dermatitis Care
03/26/2026
Roy Moore
Roy Moore outlines how a rapidly expanding atopic dermatitis pipeline is intensifying competition, reshaping payer strategies, and raising the bar for new therapies.
Roy Moore outlines how a rapidly expanding atopic dermatitis pipeline is intensifying competition, reshaping payer strategies, and raising the bar for new therapies.
Roy Moore outlines how a rapidly...
03/26/2026
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ALH
Videos
Redefining gMG Management: Pt II
03/12/2026
Amanda L. Hernandez, MD, PhD
In the second part of this interview, Amanda Hernandez, MD, PhD, examines the role and limitations of Myasthenia Gravis Activities of Daily Living (MG-ADL)  and other outcome measures in myasthenia gravis, emphasizing the importance of...
In the second part of this interview, Amanda Hernandez, MD, PhD, examines the role and limitations of Myasthenia Gravis Activities of Daily Living (MG-ADL)  and other outcome measures in myasthenia gravis, emphasizing the importance of...
In the second part of this...
03/12/2026
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ALH
Videos
Redefining gMG Management: Pt I
03/12/2026
Amanda L. Hernandez, MD, PhD
In this interview, Amanda Hernandez, MD, PhD, discusses the evolving general myasthenia gravis (gMG) treatment landscape, highlighting the shift toward more targeted immunologic therapies, the challenges of step therapy, and the need for...
In this interview, Amanda Hernandez, MD, PhD, discusses the evolving general myasthenia gravis (gMG) treatment landscape, highlighting the shift toward more targeted immunologic therapies, the challenges of step therapy, and the need for...
In this interview, Amanda...
03/12/2026
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NSCLC, Oncology Coverage, Oncology Access
Videos
What PALOMA-3 Signals for Coverage, Access, and Care Delivery in NSCLC
02/02/2026
Narjust Florez, MD
In this interview, Narjust Florez, MD, discusses how subcutaneous amivantamab from the PALOMA-3 study may improve patient experience, clinic workflow, and treatment adherence while highlighting ongoing unmet needs and real-world...
In this interview, Narjust Florez, MD, discusses how subcutaneous amivantamab from the PALOMA-3 study may improve patient experience, clinic workflow, and treatment adherence while highlighting ongoing unmet needs and real-world...
In this interview, Narjust...
02/02/2026
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Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Videos
Optimizing NSCLC Care Through Extended Dosing and Alternative Formulations
01/27/2026
Corrine Stahura, PharmD, BCOP
Corrine Stahura, PharmD, BCOP, discusses how extended dosing intervals and subcutaneous formulations in non–small cell lung cancer are improving patient convenience, reducing infusion center burden, and enhancing operational efficiency while...
Corrine Stahura, PharmD, BCOP, discusses how extended dosing intervals and subcutaneous formulations in non–small cell lung cancer are improving patient convenience, reducing infusion center burden, and enhancing operational efficiency while...
Corrine Stahura, PharmD, BCOP,...
01/27/2026
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Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Videos
Treatment Paradigms in NSCLC: Chemo-Based vs Non-Chemo Regimens
01/27/2026
Rajat Thawani, MD
Dr Rajat Thawani discusses how biomarker-driven strategies, emerging immunotherapies, and novel delivery approaches are rapidly redefining first-line non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) treatment—shifting care beyond traditional chemotherapy...
Dr Rajat Thawani discusses how biomarker-driven strategies, emerging immunotherapies, and novel delivery approaches are rapidly redefining first-line non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) treatment—shifting care beyond traditional chemotherapy...
Dr Rajat Thawani discusses how...
01/27/2026
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Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Videos
Evaluating Total Cost Considerations in Non–Small Cell Lung Cancer Care
01/27/2026
Estelamari Rodriguez, MD, MPH
As new subcutaneous and targeted therapies enter the NSCLC landscape, the true cost of care extends far beyond drug price alone. In this interview, Estelamari Rodriguez, MD, MPH, a thoracic oncologist at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center,...
As new subcutaneous and targeted therapies enter the NSCLC landscape, the true cost of care extends far beyond drug price alone. In this interview, Estelamari Rodriguez, MD, MPH, a thoracic oncologist at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center,...
As new subcutaneous and targeted...
01/27/2026
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Podcasts

Podcasts
Identifying the Benefits of Rapid At-Home Diagnostic Testing and How These Can Communicate With PCPs, Infectious Disease Professionals
10/25/2020
Ron Chiarello, PhD, CEO, Alveo Technologies, discusses a recent collaboration the company began with Janssen—where together they are working to improve and expand an at-home self-testing platform for viral infectious diseases—and explains why...
Ron Chiarello, PhD, CEO, Alveo Technologies, discusses a recent collaboration the company began with Janssen—where together they are working to improve and expand an at-home self-testing platform for viral infectious diseases—and explains why...
Ron Chiarello, PhD, CEO, Alveo...
10/25/2020
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Gaballa
Podcasts
Real-World Applications of Fixed-Duration Therapy in CLL: Accessibility, Cost, and Patient Preference
10/09/2025
Sameh Gaballa, MD
In this interview, Dr Sameh Gaballa of Moffitt Cancer Center discusses the expanding landscape of chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) therapy, highlighting the role of fixed-duration regimens, real-world implementation challenges, and...
In this interview, Dr Sameh Gaballa of Moffitt Cancer Center discusses the expanding landscape of chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) therapy, highlighting the role of fixed-duration regimens, real-world implementation challenges, and...
In this interview, Dr Sameh...
10/09/2025
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Podcasts
Time-Limited Therapy in CLL: A Value-Based Approach to Modern Oncology
07/08/2025
Seema A. Bhat, MD
Dr Seema Bhat explores how fixed-duration therapies are reshaping chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) treatment, offering real-world insight into clinical decision-making, economic impact, and patient quality of life.
Dr Seema Bhat explores how fixed-duration therapies are reshaping chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) treatment, offering real-world insight into clinical decision-making, economic impact, and patient quality of life.
Dr Seema Bhat explores how...
07/08/2025
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Robbins
Podcasts
Improving Access to CGRP Therapies for Effective Migraine Treatment
12/12/2024
Explore the challenges patients face in accessing CGRP therapies for migraines, strategies to streamline treatment effectiveness, and the crucial role of health care providers in navigating access barriers and aligning clinical guidelines...
Explore the challenges patients face in accessing CGRP therapies for migraines, strategies to streamline treatment effectiveness, and the crucial role of health care providers in navigating access barriers and aligning clinical guidelines...
Explore the challenges patients...
12/12/2024
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LMW
Podcasts
Understanding Early CGRP Therapy Initiation in Migraine Treatment
11/22/2024
Lucy Myint-Wilks, BMBS, MSc, MRCS
Explore the latest advancements in migraine research, treatment options, cost-effectiveness, and the role of technology in managing migraines in this informative episode.
Explore the latest advancements in migraine research, treatment options, cost-effectiveness, and the role of technology in managing migraines in this informative episode.
Explore the latest advancements...
11/22/2024
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Ed
Podcasts
Improving Adherence With Long-Acting Antiretroviral Therapy for HIV
11/15/2024
Edmund J. Pezalla, MD
Join our in-depth discussion about the challenges of HIV treatment, the importance of adherence to antiretroviral therapy, and how long-acting ART can improve treatment outcomes.
Join our in-depth discussion about the challenges of HIV treatment, the importance of adherence to antiretroviral therapy, and how long-acting ART can improve treatment outcomes.
Join our in-depth discussion...
11/15/2024
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Sid Devarakonda
Podcasts
Frontline Treatment Landscape Advancements for Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
08/28/2024
Sid Devarakonda, MD
Tune in as we speak with a guest oncology expert about the progress in treating non-small cell lung cancer, targeted therapies and immunotherapy, and the challenges of early detection and screening options covered by health plans.
Tune in as we speak with a guest oncology expert about the progress in treating non-small cell lung cancer, targeted therapies and immunotherapy, and the challenges of early detection and screening options covered by health plans.
Tune in as we speak with a guest...
08/28/2024
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Owens
Podcasts
Understanding the Impact of Formulary Exclusions on Medication Adherence
03/28/2024

Featuring Gary Owens, MD, president of Gary Owens Associates

Featuring Gary Owens, MD, presid...
Join us as guest expert Gary Owens discusses how formulary exclusions can impact patient medication adherence and lead to adverse economic outcomes, making the need for non-medical switching and formulary exception requests an important issue...
Join us as guest expert Gary Owens discusses how formulary exclusions can impact patient medication adherence and lead to adverse economic outcomes, making the need for non-medical switching and formulary exception requests an important issue...
Join us as guest expert Gary...
03/28/2024
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Stravers
Podcasts
The Impact of Data Theft on Patient Care: Insights from a Health Care Cybersecurity Professional
03/01/2024

Featuring Jeff Stravers, virtual chief information officer at ANATOMY_IT. 

Featuring Jeff Stravers, virtual...
Health care cybersecurity is an increasing priority as cyber criminals’ tactics become more sophisticated and data breaches can erode patient trust and jeopardize patient safety.
Health care cybersecurity is an increasing priority as cyber criminals’ tactics become more sophisticated and data breaches can erode patient trust and jeopardize patient safety.
Health care cybersecurity is an...
03/01/2024
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Prajapati Podcast
Podcasts
Standardizing the Field of Digital Medicine: Insights from an Industry Expert
02/27/2024

Featuring Yash Prajapati, consultant at ZS Associates 

Featuring Yash Prajapati, consul...
Join us in exploring the challenges and opportunities in the development, approval, and integration of digital therapeutic solutions with ZS Associates Consultant Yash Prajapati.
Join us in exploring the challenges and opportunities in the development, approval, and integration of digital therapeutic solutions with ZS Associates Consultant Yash Prajapati.
Join us in exploring the...
02/27/2024
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Shomali Podcast
Podcasts
Expanding Diabetes Care
02/27/2024

Featuring Mansur Shomali, MD, chief medical officer at Welldoc, endocrinologist at MedStar Health 

Featuring Mansur Shomali, MD, ch...
Discover how digital therapeutics are revolutionizing disease management, patient care, reducing health care costs, and more with Dr Mansur Shomali, CMO at Welldoc.
Discover how digital therapeutics are revolutionizing disease management, patient care, reducing health care costs, and more with Dr Mansur Shomali, CMO at Welldoc.
Discover how digital...
02/27/2024
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Insights

Headshots
Commentary
Harnessing Innovation to Improve Maternal Health
04/09/2024

Britteny Matero, partner and senior vice president, Market Access, Innsena, and Jaime Bland, DNP, RN, president and chief executive officer, CyncHealth

Britteny Matero, partner and senior v...
The US faces a critical maternal health crisis, with high maternal mortality rates exacerbated by COVID-19 and racial disparities. Institutional changes are needed to prevent these largely preventable deaths, and two experts highlight...
The US faces a critical maternal health crisis, with high maternal mortality rates exacerbated by COVID-19 and racial disparities. Institutional changes are needed to prevent these largely preventable deaths, and two experts highlight...
The US faces a critical maternal...
04/09/2024
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Commentary
How Connection and Social Support Help Those Suffering From Long COVID
08/05/2021
Archelle Georgiou, MD
Archelle Georgiou, MD, discusses long COVID—which impacts those experiencing symptoms for weeks or months after recovering from the disease—and explains what those in the health care industry should know and why love and support can help...
Archelle Georgiou, MD, discusses long COVID—which impacts those experiencing symptoms for weeks or months after recovering from the disease—and explains what those in the health care industry should know and why love and support can help...
Archelle Georgiou, MD, discusses...
08/05/2021
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Population Points
A COVID-19 Hangover
06/18/2021
Mitch Kaminski, MD, MBA
Mitch Kaminski, MD, MBA, editor-in-chief, Population Health Learning Network, discusses the after-effects of the pandemic as cases have begun to drop, highlights how “a new normal” may challenge our fee-for-service based health care system,...
Mitch Kaminski, MD, MBA, editor-in-chief, Population Health Learning Network, discusses the after-effects of the pandemic as cases have begun to drop, highlights how “a new normal” may challenge our fee-for-service based health care system,...
Mitch Kaminski, MD, MBA,...
06/18/2021
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Commentary
Looking Ahead: Three Imperatives for Recovering Health Systems
02/25/2021
"While hospitals dealt with the sudden patient influx caused by COVID-19, distributors confronted the challenge of maintaining a steady supply of essential products and medications to treat a disease that seemed almost invincible," said...
"While hospitals dealt with the sudden patient influx caused by COVID-19, distributors confronted the challenge of maintaining a steady supply of essential products and medications to treat a disease that seemed almost invincible," said...
"While hospitals dealt with the...
02/25/2021
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Population Points
Confronting Vaccine Hesitancy
02/12/2021
Mitch Kaminski, MD, MBA
Mitch Kaminski, MD, MBA, editor-in-chief, discusses his recent experience with a patient regarding vaccine hesitancy, breaks down the history of anti-vaccine sentiment, and explains why vaccine hesitancy is about much more than just the...
Mitch Kaminski, MD, MBA, editor-in-chief, discusses his recent experience with a patient regarding vaccine hesitancy, breaks down the history of anti-vaccine sentiment, and explains why vaccine hesitancy is about much more than just the...
Mitch Kaminski, MD, MBA,...
02/12/2021
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Podcasts
Identifying the Benefits of Rapid At-Home Diagnostic Testing and How These Can Communicate With PCPs, Infectious Disease Professionals
10/25/2020
Ron Chiarello, PhD, CEO, Alveo Technologies, discusses a recent collaboration the company began with Janssen—where together they are working to improve and expand an at-home self-testing platform for viral infectious diseases—and explains why...
Ron Chiarello, PhD, CEO, Alveo Technologies, discusses a recent collaboration the company began with Janssen—where together they are working to improve and expand an at-home self-testing platform for viral infectious diseases—and explains why...
Ron Chiarello, PhD, CEO, Alveo...
10/25/2020
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Videos
Factors to Consider When Differentiating Between COVID and Allergy Symptoms
07/21/2020
Lakiea Wright, MD, explains how health care professionals can identify allergic asthma triggers in the age of social distancing and highlights factors that should be considered when differentiating between COVID-19 and general allergy...
Lakiea Wright, MD, explains how health care professionals can identify allergic asthma triggers in the age of social distancing and highlights factors that should be considered when differentiating between COVID-19 and general allergy...
Lakiea Wright, MD, explains how...
07/21/2020
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Videos
How I Practice Now: Ensuring Patients Understand the Proper Use of Telehealth
04/02/2020
Nana Duffy, MD, dermatologist, Rochester Regional Health, explains the importance of ensuring patients understand how to use telehealth properly and to its full capacity.
Nana Duffy, MD, dermatologist, Rochester Regional Health, explains the importance of ensuring patients understand how to use telehealth properly and to its full capacity.
Nana Duffy, MD, dermatologist,...
04/02/2020
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Pipeline Projections

PIPELINE PROJECTIONS
Emerging Therapies Reshaping Atopic Dermatitis Care
03/26/2026
Roy Moore
Roy Moore outlines how a rapidly expanding atopic dermatitis pipeline is intensifying competition, reshaping payer strategies, and raising the bar for new therapies.
Roy Moore outlines how a rapidly expanding atopic dermatitis pipeline is intensifying competition, reshaping payer strategies, and raising the bar for new therapies.
Roy Moore outlines how a rapidly...
03/26/2026
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Pipe
Pipeline Projections
Emerging Migraine Treatments Challenge a Mature Market
11/20/2025
Roy Moore
Roy Moore of Clarivate’s market access team discussed the evolving migraine treatment landscape, highlighting the maturation of the acute and prophylactic markets, the emergence of new therapies such as triptan-COX-2 combinations, gepants,...
Roy Moore of Clarivate’s market access team discussed the evolving migraine treatment landscape, highlighting the maturation of the acute and prophylactic markets, the emergence of new therapies such as triptan-COX-2 combinations, gepants,...
Roy Moore of Clarivate’s market...
11/20/2025
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Pipeline Projections
Pipeline Projections
Redefining Asthma Management With Emerging Anti-Inflammatories
10/01/2025
Roy Moore
Roy Moore, a market access expert, discusses the evolving asthma drug pipeline, highlighting upcoming therapies—including Breztri, depemokimab, and masitinib—their potential to improve adherence and outcomes, payer considerations around cost...
Roy Moore, a market access expert, discusses the evolving asthma drug pipeline, highlighting upcoming therapies—including Breztri, depemokimab, and masitinib—their potential to improve adherence and outcomes, payer considerations around cost...
Roy Moore, a market access...
10/01/2025
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Pipeline Projections
The Shift in MS Care as Biologics and BTK Inhibitors Advance
07/25/2025
Roy Moore
In this edition of Pipeline Projections, Roy Moore breaks down the rapidly evolving landscape of multiple sclerosis treatments—highlighting the shift from injectables to orals, the rise of monoclonal antibodies, and the promise of innovative...
In this edition of Pipeline Projections, Roy Moore breaks down the rapidly evolving landscape of multiple sclerosis treatments—highlighting the shift from injectables to orals, the rise of monoclonal antibodies, and the promise of innovative...
In this edition of Pipeline...
07/25/2025
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Pipeline Projections
How Biosimilars Are Shaping RA Treatment and Reimbursement Strategies
04/29/2025
Roy Moore
In this episode of Pipeline Projections, Roy Moore—Senior Healthcare Research & Data Analyst at Clarivate—discusses the expanding biosimilar pipeline for autoimmune diseases. He highlights recent FDA approvals, formulary and pricing...
In this episode of Pipeline Projections, Roy Moore—Senior Healthcare Research & Data Analyst at Clarivate—discusses the expanding biosimilar pipeline for autoimmune diseases. He highlights recent FDA approvals, formulary and pricing...
In this episode of Pipeline...
04/29/2025
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Behind the Bill

Behind the Bill
HHS Hits Reset on 340B Rebate Model After Court Setbacks
02/11/2026
Juliet Gallagher
The US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has formally scrapped its 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program following a series of court rulings that blocked its implementation—signaling a significant pause in one of the most closely...
The US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has formally scrapped its 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program following a series of court rulings that blocked its implementation—signaling a significant pause in one of the most closely...
The US Department of Health and...
02/11/2026
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Behind the Bill
Funding Package Extends Medicare Telehealth, Enacts PBM Reforms, and Updates Hospital Oversight
02/05/2026
Juliet Gallagher
On February 3, 2026, President Donald Trump signed a broad government funding package that includes multi-year extensions for Medicare teleath and hospital-at-home programs, new oversight requirements for pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs), and...
On February 3, 2026, President Donald Trump signed a broad government funding package that includes multi-year extensions for Medicare teleath and hospital-at-home programs, new oversight requirements for pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs), and...
On February 3, 2026, President...
02/05/2026
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Behind the Bill
The Senate’s $3 Trillion Deal. Tax Relief Now, Medicaid Coverage Loss Later?
07/02/2025
Katie Hayes, MJ
The Senate has done it. After weeks of behind-the-scenes wrangling and last-minute amendments, lawmakers have passed a sprawling tax-and-spending megabill that makes good on a long-standing Republican goal: making the 2017 Trump tax cuts...
The Senate has done it. After weeks of behind-the-scenes wrangling and last-minute amendments, lawmakers have passed a sprawling tax-and-spending megabill that makes good on a long-standing Republican goal: making the 2017 Trump tax cuts...
The Senate has done it. After...
07/02/2025
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Behind the Bill
When a Cap Isn’t Just a Cap: How a Provider Tax Proposal Could Reshape Medicaid Financing
06/25/2025
Katie Hayes, MJ
In Washington, the most consequential policies are often buried in the fine print. One such detail in the Senate Finance Committee’s latest tax and spending proposal would gradually cap provider taxes—a core funding tool states use to pull in...
In Washington, the most consequential policies are often buried in the fine print. One such detail in the Senate Finance Committee’s latest tax and spending proposal would gradually cap provider taxes—a core funding tool states use to pull in...
In Washington, the most...
06/25/2025
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Behind the Bill
Rewriting the Safety Net? Inside the Senate’s Changes to Medicaid and the ACA
06/18/2025
Katie Hayes, MJ
Over the past few weeks, I’ve been following the progress of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), which started in the House with sweeping tax reforms and some eye-catching health care proposals. Now, the Senate has released its (highly...
Over the past few weeks, I’ve been following the progress of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), which started in the House with sweeping tax reforms and some eye-catching health care proposals. Now, the Senate has released its (highly...
Over the past few weeks, I’ve...
06/18/2025
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Behind the Bill
How States Might Respond to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act
06/11/2025
Katie Hayes, MJ
With the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) still in the hands of the Senate, much of the national conversation has centered on what this legislation would do to federal coverage programs. But regardless of how the federal process unfolds,...
With the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) still in the hands of the Senate, much of the national conversation has centered on what this legislation would do to federal coverage programs. But regardless of how the federal process unfolds,...
With the One Big Beautiful Bill...
06/11/2025
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Behind the Bill
Is the Affordable Care Act on the Chopping Block? What the One Big Beautiful Bill Act Tells Us.
06/04/2025
Katie Hayes, MJ
It’s been weeks of headline-grabbing debate over Medicaid work requirements, and the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” remains in the Senate as they deliberate over several health care provisions. While the Medicaid provisions sparked most of the...
It’s been weeks of headline-grabbing debate over Medicaid work requirements, and the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” remains in the Senate as they deliberate over several health care provisions. While the Medicaid provisions sparked most of the...
It’s been weeks of...
06/04/2025
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Behind the Bill
From House to Senate: The Journey of Cutting Medicaid
05/28/2025
Katie Hayes, MJ
Last week, the House of Representatives narrowly passed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (HR 1, 119th Congress) by a single vote, sending the sweeping tax and spending reconciliation package, backed by President Trump, to the Senate. With its...
Last week, the House of Representatives narrowly passed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (HR 1, 119th Congress) by a single vote, sending the sweeping tax and spending reconciliation package, backed by President Trump, to the Senate. With its...
Last week, the House of...
05/28/2025
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Behind the Bill
Eligibility, Paperwork, and Penalties: The Not-So-Hidden Costs of Medicaid ‘Reform’
05/21/2025
Katie Hayes, MJ
It’s been another eventful week in health policy—a phrase that’s quickly becoming routine. This time, House Republicans advanced a sweeping budget reconciliation bill, designed to implement elements of the March budget resolution, with a...
It’s been another eventful week in health policy—a phrase that’s quickly becoming routine. This time, House Republicans advanced a sweeping budget reconciliation bill, designed to implement elements of the March budget resolution, with a...
It’s been another eventful week...
05/21/2025
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Behind the Bill
A Busy Week in Drug Pricing Policy: Aligning US Drug Prices With Global Standards?
05/14/2025
Katie Hayes, MJ
It’s been a busy few days for drug pricing policy. While I’d love to dig into the details of both President Trump’s latest executive order and the newest Republican bill that would cut Medicaid spending, we don’t have the time—and this isn’t...
It’s been a busy few days for drug pricing policy. While I’d love to dig into the details of both President Trump’s latest executive order and the newest Republican bill that would cut Medicaid spending, we don’t have the time—and this isn’t...
It’s been a busy few days for...
05/14/2025
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