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Health activists and patient groups seek revision of existing Biosimilar Guideline for increased access to critical drugs

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Health activists and patient groups seek revision of existing Biosimilar Guideline for increased access to critical drugs

 Biologics are the fastest-growing class of medications and account for a substantial and growing portion of health care costs. | Photo Credit: K.K. Mustafah Seeking immediate revision of Biosimilar Guideline (2016) to facilitate access to quality biosimilars at an affordable price, representatives of various civil societies, community and health organisations, and patient groups have written … Read more

Updated ACG GERD Guideline Addresses Increased Scrutiny of PPI Therapy

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Updated ACG GERD Guideline Addresses Increased Scrutiny of PPI Therapy

Dec. 3, 2021 — For the first time since 2013, the American College of Gastroenterology (ACG) has issued updated evidence-based recommendations and practical guidance on the evaluation and management of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), including pharmacologic, lifestyle, surgical, and endoscopic management. Over the past 8 years, understanding of the varied presentations of GERD, enhancements in … Read more

CDC Posted Test Guideline Without Scientific Review

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Sept. 18, 2020 — U.S. Health and Human Services (HHS) officials wrote a controversial recommendation about COVID-19 testing that appeared on the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website over the objections of CDC scientists, according to The New York Times. The guidance — which was posted on Aug. 24 and widely criticized by … Read more