Telemonitoring of heart failure patients reduces readmissions

A Geisinger Health Plan telemonitoring program for heart failure patients significantly reduced hospital readmissions, cut the cost of care for members, improved the efficiency of care managers, and delivered a 3.3 return on investment, according to a new study.
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First biosimilar drug approved in U.S.

The FDA has approved filgrastim-sndz (Zarxio, Sandoz), the first biosimilar product, for use in the U.S. » More

Acetaminophen: Is it as safe as we thought?

Acetaminophen is still safer than nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, but there is concern about its potential for some side effects not usually considered, according to a study published in the Annals of Rheumatic Diseases. » Study results

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