Hypothyroidism And The New FDA Ruling
Dr. Anne Cappola and Tenille Davis explain why patients are still using DTE and why they’re being transitioned to other options.
Are Pharmacy Benefit Managers To Blame For Your Massive Health Bills?
Experts argue that reform – not removal – is key to creating a more transparent and efficient system.
PBM’s: The Invisible Influence Behind Modern Healthcare
Our experts explain how PBMs have evolved from simple claims processors into complex organizations that work behind the scenes for insurance companies, pharmacies, and employers.
Pulses And Profits: An Insider Look Into The Business Of Healthcare
The healthcare industry may seem complex, but our experts this week are pulling back the curtain and revealing how innovations truly come to life.
The Supplement Surge: Do We Need More Regulations?
Dr. Cara Welch discusses the FDA’s involvement in this space and what to expect as the market evolves.
A Look at the Rising Field of Genetic Counseling
Our experts explain how to know if you need to see a genetic counselor.
Medical Notes: December 18, 2022
In the age of technology, we may finally have ‘smart eyes.' Then, a new way to track cancerous tumors. And finally…an expert reveals how you can stay healthy this holiday season.
Offshoring Medication: Where Are Your Generic Drugs Being Made?
According to Georgetown University’s Health Policy Institute, 66% of all U.S. adults use prescription drugs – and a majority of those are generic. So why don’t we know where these products are made?
Stranger Than Fiction: Using Electronic Tattoos to Monitor Health
Scientists are bringing temporary tattoos into the medical realm using nanotechnology. Electronic tattoos are patches placed on a patient’s skin that will be able to both monitor and treat their specific condition.
Healthcare Data Breaches
Government reports say more than 265 million healthcare records have been stolen, lost, or improperly disclosed in the last decade. It may create a financial risk, but it could also mean your health conditions and secrets are all over the internet. One of the nation’s top health data experts discusses.
Keeping Generic Drugs Safe (2021)
Since the 1980’s, almost all production of generic drugs has moved overseas, where FDA inspectors have a much tougher time making sure they’re following rules for safety. An investigative journalist describes the ways she’s found that many drugmakers cut corners, putting safety at risk, and details what consumers can do to protect themselves.
Bottled Water and Trust in Our Institutions
Bottled water sales have skyrocketed, in part because many people believe it is safer than tap water. Actually, bottled water faces few of the safety regulations that tap water does. The disconnect, according to a new study, comes from society’s pervasive distrust in all governmental institutions. The lead researcher discusses how restoring faith in water …
