Oct 11, 2019
Alzheimer’s disease exacts a devastating toll on patients and caregivers. “Many people end up in long-term care or nursing homes, and require around-the-clock care for many years,”explains Keith Fargo, director of scientific programs and outreach for the...
Sep 23, 2019
A controversial healthcare formula that is frequently used to deny patients care and boost insurance profits could soon be banned in Massachusetts. Three Massachusetts state representatives, Angelo J. Puppolo, Jr., José F. Tosado and Bud L. Williams, have introduced...
Aug 28, 2019
They’re considered the first line treatment choice for millions of patients living with cardiovascular disease and high cholesterol. But, for many patients living with cardiovascular disease, statins alone don’t work. “My legs were hurting. I thought I was getting the...
Aug 21, 2019
Patients Rising NOW offers the following comments on ICER’s May 22nd draft report, “Deflazacort, Eteplirsen, and Golodirsen for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy.” Our comments about the draft report are organized below into sections concerning: Patient and Family...
Aug 12, 2019
Their kids have a rare and fatal disease. This unelected, unaccountable industry insider just told a group of Duchenne moms: “That’s why we don’t have you vote.” Dr. Steve Pearson just might be the most powerful insider in health insurance. He’s the president of...
