The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has just launched a new dementia care management program called GUIDE (Geographic Variation for Individuals with Dementia and their Caregivers). This program is designed to improve the quality of care and support for people living with dementia and their caregivers. GUIDE is a pay-for-performance program that will …
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On July 17th, researchers from the TRAILBLAZER-ALZ2 randomized control trial of Donanemab shared the results of their study in parallel to the full publication of their findings. These results represent another remarkable development in Alzheimer’s research. This potential new treatment is showing significant capability in slowing the progression of Alzheimer’s disease, particularly in its early …
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Introduction: The recent full approval of Lecanemab (Leqembi) by the FDA has ushered in a new era in the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease. As the first disease-modifying treatment to receive such approval, Leqembi offers hope to patients with early-stage Alzheimer’s. However, its adoption poses cost implications for payers and risk-bearing health systems. In a newly …
July 6th, 2023, marks a significant milestone in the battle against early Alzheimer’s disease dementia as a groundbreaking new drug, Lecanemab (Leqembi), received full FDA approval. This medication brings hope to individuals grappling with the symptoms and progression of this devastating condition. Isaac Health, at the forefront of innovative healthcare solutions, proudly positions itself as …
In recent news, Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell suffered a concussion after a fall. While his condition has not been fully disclosed, the incident highlights the seriousness of concussions, particularly mild traumatic brain injury (TBI). As he recovers from the concussion, many people are curious about this common but often misunderstood injury. As a behavioral …
Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive neurologic disorder that causes people to lose their memory. In the elderly, it is the most common cause of dementia. It causes the brain cells to shrink and die. The areas responsible for memories are usually affected earlier. During the early stage, people start forgetting recent events and conversations. As …
