Expert panel publishes first recommendations on appropriate use of Alzhemier’s drug Aduhelm
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Kimberly Bonvissuto
Jul 27, 2021
A panel of experts in the Alzheimer’s field this morning published the first recommendations for the appropriate use of aducanumab (Aduhelm), the controversial new drug to treat early, mild disease.
More news for Wednesday, May 4
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Kimberly Bonvissuto
May 04, 2022
Occupancy trends up after omicron slump: Omega … AHCA / NCAL launches Diversity Executive Leadership Program … How to support older adults related to gun ownership decisions, suicide prevention …...
More news for Friday, April 8
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Kimberly Bonvissuto
Apr 08, 2022
CBRE Seniors Housing & Care Investor Survey identifies industry trends … Senior housing staffing shortages move from severe to moderate: NIC … CMS finalizes Medicare coverage policy for Alzheimer’s...
3 FDA advisory panel members resign in wake of controversial approval of new Alzheimer’s drug
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Kimberly Bonvissuto
Jun 11, 2021
Three members of a Food & Drug Administration advisory panel resigned this week over the agency’s controversial decision on Monday to approve a novel therapy for Alzheimer’s disease.
FDA approves first treatment for Alzheimer’s in 18 years
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Kimberly Bonvissuto
Jun 07, 2021
The first novel therapy for Alzheimer’s disease in almost two decades was approved today by the Food & Drug Administration.