Medicaid expansion has improved access to palliative care for cancer patients

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By Kelsey Waddill July 13, 2023 — Medicaid recipients with advanced-stage cancer may have greater access to palliative care in states that have adopted Medicaid expansion, according to a study published in Health Affairs. The researchers leveraged the National Cancer Database to perform this assessment. The individuals in the sample ranged in age from 18 … Read more

Patient Discovery announces steering committee dedicated to reducing disparities in cancer care

Patient Discovery announces steering committee dedicated to reducing disparities in cancer care

Nationally Recognized Champions of Health Equity Named as Inaugural Members. BOSTON, July 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Patient discoverya leader in using patient-centric data to drive equitable health outcomes, recently announced inaugural members of new group Connect life to care Steering Committee. This group will focus on improving access to care and outcomes for all cancer … Read more

Menu calorie labeling may reduce obesity-related cancer burden and health care costs

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Explained: How is the US cancer drug shortage linked to India?

How did an FDA inspection of an Indian pharmaceutical plant lead to a widespread shortage of chemotherapy drugs in the United States? Published: 03 July 2023, 19:48 IST The shortage of cancer drugs in the US has been linked to Indian pharmaceuticals. |) The shortage of cancer drugs in the US has been linked to … Read more

It’s official: Ingredient in diet cola is linked to cancer, according to the World Health Organization

It's official: Ingredient in diet cola is linked to cancer, according to the World Health Organization

Written by Finlay Mead People have been saying for years that Diet Coke causes cancer, but a recent decision by the world’s top global health body has finally confirmed what we’ve all suspected for some time. Health is a total minefield. From the counterintuitive and little-known risks of intermittent fasting to the terrifying repercussions of … Read more

More than a third of LGBTQ+ cancer patients report discrimination in healthcare

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Source/Disclosures Published by: Disclosures: Helium | HemOnc Today was unable to confirm financial information material to Arias at the time of the report. ADD A TOPIC TO E-MAIL ALERTS Receive an email when new articles are posted on Please provide your email address to receive an email when new … Read more