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U.S. Zika Patient in Utah Apparently Infected Caregiver
Officials say transmission by mosquito, sex unlikely
CMS Proposes Changes to Physician Fee Schedule
Substantial improvements proposed for care coordination, planning for primary care physicians
Supreme Court Ruling Could Impact Med School Admissions
AMA says diverse workforce is a key strategy to combatting health disparities
FDA Approves Xiidra Eye Drops to Treat Dry Eye Disease
First approved lymphocyte function-associated antigen agonist
Approval of First HPV Test for Use With SurePath Preservative Fluid
For cervical cells obtained for Pap test, collected in SurePath Preservative Fluid
FDA Approves Differin Gel for Over-the-Counter Use
First OTC retinoid available for acne treatment among patients 12 and older
FDA Approves Ultrasound Device to Treat Essential Tremor
Focused ultrasound device to treat essential tremor in patients who have not responded to medication
Utah Resident Is First Zika-Linked Death in Continental U.S.
Patient had an underlying medical condition and tested positive for Zika
VA Appealing to Physicians to Join Agency
Key efforts in response to 2014 scandal include reducing wait times, engaging employees
Pharmacists Report Hidden Fees That Distort Prescription Costs
Direct and indirect remuneration fees, copay clawback fees skew cost of prescription meds
