Doctors are getting a high-tech helper to make prescribing meds easier and cheaper. This new tool is called a real-time prescription benefit (RTPB) tool. It's like a price tag scanner for medicines. When a doctor is about to write a prescription, this tool shows them the cost and coverage details. This way, doctors can pick the most affordable option for the patient....
Buprenorphine is a medication used to treat opioid addiction. It is often prescribed to help people recover from opioid dependence. However, the cost of this treatment can be a big hurdle for many. The price of buprenorphine varies. It depends on factors like insurance coverage and pharmacy pricing. Some people might pay more out of pocket. Others might have their c...
The opioid crisis is not just about those who use these drugs. It also affects families and communities. One way to fight this problem is by tracking prescriptions more strictly. This can help reduce domestic violence, especially against women. Strict rules on tracking prescriptions have been put in place in some states. These rules make it harder for people to get ...
Over the past two decades, ADHD medication prescriptions have skyrocketed globally. This surge raises a big question: Are these meds actually making a difference in people's lives as they become more common? ADHD medications are designed to help people focus and manage their symptoms. But with more prescriptions being written, it's important to ask if these drugs ar...
The U. S. Federal Reserve has been printing a lot of money lately. From 2019 to 2023, they added over $6. 3 trillion to the economy. This has made things more expensive, including prescription drugs. People without insurance or with low incomes are hit the hardest. Bitcoin is different. It has a fixed supply. This means its value is more predictable. Some scientists...
In the United States, there's a big problem with not enough mental health experts for kids. This has led to family doctors taking on a larger role in managing young patients' mental health. This shift has been happening since 2015. The focus is on how often kids are prescribed antidepressants and anti-anxiety meds. The number of kids needing mental health support h...
A recent press briefing by former President Donald Trump has stirred up more talk about his mental state. This time, it was over a simple word: "equalizing. " The event focused on lowering prescription drug prices. Trump stood at the podium and declared, "We're essentially equalizing. " He then claimed that he had just invented this term. He even went on to say that ...
The pharmacy industry is undergoing a significant transformation. A major player is expanding its use of automated centers to handle prescriptions. These centers use robots to manage thousands of prescriptions for conditions like diabetes and high blood pressure. The goal is to reduce the workload on pharmacy staff, allowing them to focus more on patient care and cli...
Opioid misuse is a serious problem. In 2022, 8. 5 million people in the United States misused these drugs. Most of these individuals got their opioids from family or friends. This highlights a big issue: keeping opioids safe at home. When opioids are not stored properly, they can be easily accessed by others. This can lead to misuse and even addiction. A new approac...
Antibiotic resistance is a global issue. It is growing faster than the creation of new drugs. This poses a serious threat to both human and animal health. It is a problem that is getting worse in Nigeria. It is not just about the animals. It is also about the people who rely on them for their livelihoods. It is a complex issue that involves many factors. The main i...