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Restasis: Why US consumers paid billions for drug deemed ineffective in other countries

Restasis, a blockbuster drug sold by Allergan to treat chronic dry eye, has done $8.8 billion in US sales between 2009 and 2015, including over $2.9 billion in public monies through Medicare Part D. In an article in JAMA Internal Medicine, 'A Clear-Eyed View of Restasis and Chronic Dry Eye Disease,' Dartmouth physician-researchers Lisa Schwartz and Steven Woloshin argue that a more fundamental question we should be asking is: does Restasis even work?

Educational routes into the pharmaceutical industry...

​These two charts show the educational pathways available in the UK for people who are interested in a career within the pharmaceutical industry.

First-time launchers in the pharmaceutical industry

Growing numbers of small biopharma companies are launching their new drugs themselves rather than relying on big companies to do it for them. How can they get it right the first time?

‘Frightening’ drug-resistant strain of typhoid spreads in Pakistan

Usual drugs don’t defeat highly resistant strain, leaving only expensive options

This 124-Year-Old Patent Reveals The Right Way To Use Toilet Paper

The eternal debate over bathroom conventions seems to have actually been answered more than a century ago.

6 Ways To Heal Faster

Remedies from your home, drugstore, and doctor repair your cuts, aches, and bones faster than ever

Common Use and Care Instructions for Nonstick Cookware

Common use and care instructions for nonstick cookware from Product Knowledge Network.

This Critical Tool is a Must for Healthcare Practices

In the healthcare and technology industries, the term 'business as usual' will destroy the patient experience and limit the clinic's success.

Packaging helps consumers say 'hello' to new oral care line

Suppliers partner to speed ‘seriously friendly oral care’ products to market in innovative packaging that employs shapes, colors, and recycled...

Young Invincibles: Educating the Next Generation of Health Care Consumers

One of the most popular features of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) was ensuring coverage of children on their parents’ health insurance up to age 26 . These young adults are often called the “young invincibles” and are a segment of our population that previously was largely uninsuredNow that this group of consumers is becoming an active participant in the health care system, we in the health services field must do our part to help educate them about how to choose and…

How To Get Medical Care If Your WC Claim Has Been Denied

Do not give up if your workers' compensation claim is denied. Instead, take action right away to get the support and compensation you need.

The Health Bill You’ve Waited For

Kevin Brady and Greg Walden write that their ObamaCare replacement plan removes taxes and mandates, while offering tax credits to help Americans afford coverage.

Strategies for Collecting High-Quality Patient-Reported Outcomes

Patient-reported outcomes focus on patient-centered care as the industry moves to value-based care model.

How to Leverage Pharma Manufacturing Quality Data

Learn how Pharma Manufacturing Companies take advantage of their Quality Data by adopting Intelligent Manufacturing Solutions. Click here to download the e-Book!

By the Numbers: Examining the Impact of Health Care Costs on Consumer Behavior

Health care costs are rising faster than ever, resulting in tough financial decisions for many consumers. CVS Health polled 2,000 voters to learn how cost affects consumer behavior when it comes to health care.

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Health Care Shopping Tools Often Go Unused

Only 1 in 10 employees use health care price transparency tools when they’re made available. Here’s why, and how to drive employees to make smart health care purchasing decisions.