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Study Finds Rising PrEP Use and Declining Costs Amid Shift to Generics
04/02/2025
Grace Taylor, MS, MA
A recent study shows rising pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) utilization and declining costs as generic formulations replace branded versions in HIV prevention.
A recent study shows rising pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) utilization and declining costs as generic formulations replace branded versions in HIV prevention.
A recent study shows rising...
04/02/2025
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HIV Cases Rise Among Gay Latinos
07/24/2024
Grace Taylor, MS, MA
As HIV rates continue to rise among Latino gay and bisexual men, health policy advocates stress the need for more federal assistance for HIV treatment and prevention in this community.
As HIV rates continue to rise among Latino gay and bisexual men, health policy advocates stress the need for more federal assistance for HIV treatment and prevention in this community.
As HIV rates continue to rise...
07/24/2024
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Injectable PrEP Overall Acceptable, Preferred for HIV Prevention
07/15/2023
Maria Asimopoulos
“Given overall acceptability, injectable PrEP should be included as part of a menu of prevention options, allowing end-users to select the modality that suits their preferences, needs and lifestyle,” researchers advised.
“Given overall acceptability, injectable PrEP should be included as part of a menu of prevention options, allowing end-users to select the modality that suits their preferences, needs and lifestyle,” researchers advised.
“Given overall acceptability,...
07/15/2023
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Study Estimates Billable Per Patient Costs of Providing PrEP
12/20/2022
Jolynn Tumolo
Researchers used clinic billing records in Washington, DC and Chicago to estimate the annual billable costs associated with the use of preexposure prophylaxis for HIV.
Researchers used clinic billing records in Washington, DC and Chicago to estimate the annual billable costs associated with the use of preexposure prophylaxis for HIV.
Researchers used clinic billing...
12/20/2022
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Women View PrEP Services as a Natural Extension of OB/GYN Care
11/17/2022
Jolynn Tumolo
“Multiple participants suggested that initial counseling on PrEP should be offered universally to patients, regardless of sexual history or personal risk factors,” researchers advised.
“Multiple participants suggested that initial counseling on PrEP should be offered universally to patients, regardless of sexual history or personal risk factors,” researchers advised.
“Multiple participants suggested...
11/17/2022
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Black Sexual Minority Men Report Higher Prevalence of PrEP Use Than White Men
11/14/2022
Jolynn Tumolo
Investigators conducted a survey to determine how prevalent the use of pre- and post-exposure prophylaxis was among over 63,000 participants.
Investigators conducted a survey to determine how prevalent the use of pre- and post-exposure prophylaxis was among over 63,000 participants.
Investigators conducted a survey...
11/14/2022
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PrEP Most Effective for Reducing HIV Incidence in Men Who Have Sex With Men
11/07/2022
Jolynn Tumolo
Among a variety of interventions, pre-exposure prophylaxis was the only method that showed consistent effectiveness in reducing the incidence of HIV, new findings show.
Among a variety of interventions, pre-exposure prophylaxis was the only method that showed consistent effectiveness in reducing the incidence of HIV, new findings show.
Among a variety of...
11/07/2022
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Positive Sources of PrEP Awareness Include Partners, Peers, Health Promotions
09/27/2022
Jolynn Tumolo
"Messages from health campaigns were perceived as most positive, and those from religious institutions as least positive," authors said.
"Messages from health campaigns were perceived as most positive, and those from religious institutions as least positive," authors said.
"Messages from health campaigns...
09/27/2022
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Monitoring HIV Strains to Prevent PrEP Failure, Viral Transmission
09/09/2022
Jolynn Tumolo
Study authors employed a strategy to monitor populations for HIV strains that are resistant to tenofovir and emtricitabine and ensure PrEP failure rates remain rare.
Study authors employed a strategy to monitor populations for HIV strains that are resistant to tenofovir and emtricitabine and ensure PrEP failure rates remain rare.
Study authors employed a...
09/09/2022
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High Distress in Black MSM Lowers Odds of Antiretroviral Therapy Adherence
09/02/2022
Jolynn Tumolo
High rates of psychological distress may represent an important barrier against HIV treatment adherence for Black men who have sex with men living in urban areas, researchers said.
High rates of psychological distress may represent an important barrier against HIV treatment adherence for Black men who have sex with men living in urban areas, researchers said.
High rates of psychological...
09/02/2022
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Social Support Affects PrEP Use in Black Sexual Minority Individuals Experiencing Discrimination
07/29/2022
Jolynn Tumolo
"While our findings showed some unanticipated relationships, they provide insight into how discrimination and stigma may influence PrEP use and disparities," researchers said.
"While our findings showed some unanticipated relationships, they provide insight into how discrimination and stigma may influence PrEP use and disparities," researchers said.
"While our findings showed some...
07/29/2022
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HIV Cases Rise Among Gay Latinos
07/24/2024
Grace Taylor, MS, MA
As HIV rates continue to rise among Latino gay and bisexual men, health policy advocates stress the need for more federal assistance for HIV treatment and prevention in this community.
As HIV rates continue to rise among Latino gay and bisexual men, health policy advocates stress the need for more federal assistance for HIV treatment and prevention in this community.
As HIV rates continue to rise...
07/24/2024
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News
Injectable PrEP Overall Acceptable, Preferred for HIV Prevention
07/15/2023
Maria Asimopoulos
“Given overall acceptability, injectable PrEP should be included as part of a menu of prevention options, allowing end-users to select the modality that suits their preferences, needs and lifestyle,” researchers advised.
“Given overall acceptability, injectable PrEP should be included as part of a menu of prevention options, allowing end-users to select the modality that suits their preferences, needs and lifestyle,” researchers advised.
“Given overall acceptability,...
07/15/2023
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Study Estimates Billable Per Patient Costs of Providing PrEP
12/20/2022
Jolynn Tumolo
Researchers used clinic billing records in Washington, DC and Chicago to estimate the annual billable costs associated with the use of preexposure prophylaxis for HIV.
Researchers used clinic billing records in Washington, DC and Chicago to estimate the annual billable costs associated with the use of preexposure prophylaxis for HIV.
Researchers used clinic billing...
12/20/2022
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Women View PrEP Services as a Natural Extension of OB/GYN Care
11/17/2022
Jolynn Tumolo
“Multiple participants suggested that initial counseling on PrEP should be offered universally to patients, regardless of sexual history or personal risk factors,” researchers advised.
“Multiple participants suggested that initial counseling on PrEP should be offered universally to patients, regardless of sexual history or personal risk factors,” researchers advised.
“Multiple participants suggested...
11/17/2022
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News
Black Sexual Minority Men Report Higher Prevalence of PrEP Use Than White Men
11/14/2022
Jolynn Tumolo
Investigators conducted a survey to determine how prevalent the use of pre- and post-exposure prophylaxis was among over 63,000 participants.
Investigators conducted a survey to determine how prevalent the use of pre- and post-exposure prophylaxis was among over 63,000 participants.
Investigators conducted a survey...
11/14/2022
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News
PrEP Most Effective for Reducing HIV Incidence in Men Who Have Sex With Men
11/07/2022
Jolynn Tumolo
Among a variety of interventions, pre-exposure prophylaxis was the only method that showed consistent effectiveness in reducing the incidence of HIV, new findings show.
Among a variety of interventions, pre-exposure prophylaxis was the only method that showed consistent effectiveness in reducing the incidence of HIV, new findings show.
Among a variety of...
11/07/2022
First Report Managed Care
News
Positive Sources of PrEP Awareness Include Partners, Peers, Health Promotions
09/27/2022
Jolynn Tumolo
"Messages from health campaigns were perceived as most positive, and those from religious institutions as least positive," authors said.
"Messages from health campaigns were perceived as most positive, and those from religious institutions as least positive," authors said.
"Messages from health campaigns...
09/27/2022
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Monitoring HIV Strains to Prevent PrEP Failure, Viral Transmission
09/09/2022
Jolynn Tumolo
Study authors employed a strategy to monitor populations for HIV strains that are resistant to tenofovir and emtricitabine and ensure PrEP failure rates remain rare.
Study authors employed a strategy to monitor populations for HIV strains that are resistant to tenofovir and emtricitabine and ensure PrEP failure rates remain rare.
Study authors employed a...
09/09/2022
First Report Managed Care
News
High Distress in Black MSM Lowers Odds of Antiretroviral Therapy Adherence
09/02/2022
Jolynn Tumolo
High rates of psychological distress may represent an important barrier against HIV treatment adherence for Black men who have sex with men living in urban areas, researchers said.
High rates of psychological distress may represent an important barrier against HIV treatment adherence for Black men who have sex with men living in urban areas, researchers said.
High rates of psychological...
09/02/2022
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News
Social Support Affects PrEP Use in Black Sexual Minority Individuals Experiencing Discrimination
07/29/2022
Jolynn Tumolo
"While our findings showed some unanticipated relationships, they provide insight into how discrimination and stigma may influence PrEP use and disparities," researchers said.
"While our findings showed some unanticipated relationships, they provide insight into how discrimination and stigma may influence PrEP use and disparities," researchers said.
"While our findings showed some...
07/29/2022
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JAK Inhibitors Demonstrate Improved Efficacy Among Various Skin Conditions
08/18/2026
Rebecca Amrick
A systematic review of clinical trials examining the impact of Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitors on skin conditions found that they demonstrated higher efficacy and comparable safety when compared with a placebo.
A systematic review of clinical trials examining the impact of Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitors on skin conditions found that they demonstrated higher efficacy and comparable safety when compared with a placebo.
A systematic review of clinical...
08/18/2026
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US Prescription Drug Prices Post Largest Annual Decline in Decades
08/17/2026
Hannah Musick
US prescription drug prices declined substantially in 2026 as the Trump Administration advanced new pricing initiatives, although independent analyses indicate that the policies’ long-term effects on patient affordability and health plan...
US prescription drug prices declined substantially in 2026 as the Trump Administration advanced new pricing initiatives, although independent analyses indicate that the policies’ long-term effects on patient affordability and health plan...
US prescription drug prices...
08/17/2026
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Behind the Bill
CMS and FDA Propose RAPID Medicare Coverage Pathway for Breakthrough Devices
08/14/2026
Grace Taylor, MS, MA
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and US Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) proposed Regulatory Alignment for Predictable and Immediate Device (RAPID) pathway aims to accelerate Medicare coverage for certain breakthrough...
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and US Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) proposed Regulatory Alignment for Predictable and Immediate Device (RAPID) pathway aims to accelerate Medicare coverage for certain breakthrough...
The Centers for Medicare &...
08/14/2026
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Omalizumab Pretreatment Associated With Increased Dose Tolerance Among Patients With Food Allergies
08/14/2026
Rebecca Amrick
A study found that omalizumab pretreatment was associated with increased dosing tolerance among patients with multiple food allergies, illustrating its potential to streamline oral immunotherapy protocols and reduce treatment burden.
A study found that omalizumab pretreatment was associated with increased dosing tolerance among patients with multiple food allergies, illustrating its potential to streamline oral immunotherapy protocols and reduce treatment burden.
A study found that omalizumab...
08/14/2026
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Emerging Research Supports Nonsteroidal Therapies in Pediatric Dermatology
08/12/2026
Rebecca Amrick
Recent research demonstrates the safety and effectiveness of nonsteroidal topical therapies for a variety of pediatric skin conditions, suggesting a possible shift away from traditional corticosteroid treatments.
Recent research demonstrates the safety and effectiveness of nonsteroidal topical therapies for a variety of pediatric skin conditions, suggesting a possible shift away from traditional corticosteroid treatments.
Recent research demonstrates the...
08/12/2026
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Omalizumab Demonstrates Improved Efficacy and Safety Among Patients With Angioedema
08/10/2026
Rebecca Amrick
Researchers found that omalizumab demonstrated favorable efficacy and safety in treating patients with mast cell–mediated angioedema (AE-MC), indicating that AE-MC can be managed similarly to chronic spontaneous urticaria (CSU).
Researchers found that omalizumab demonstrated favorable efficacy and safety in treating patients with mast cell–mediated angioedema (AE-MC), indicating that AE-MC can be managed similarly to chronic spontaneous urticaria (CSU).
Researchers found that...
08/10/2026
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Tafasitamab Demonstrates Improved Clinical Benefit Among Patients With Relapsed or Refractory FL
08/10/2026
Rebecca Amrick
A study found that adding tafasitamab to lenalidomide plus rituximab was associated with significantly higher progression-free survival and tolerable safety for patients with relapsed or refractory follicular lymphoma (FL).
A study found that adding tafasitamab to lenalidomide plus rituximab was associated with significantly higher progression-free survival and tolerable safety for patients with relapsed or refractory follicular lymphoma (FL).
A study found that adding...
08/10/2026
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Discontinued Coverage for Obesity Medications Associated With Lower Employee Satisfaction
08/05/2026
Rebecca Amrick
Researchers found that removing coverage for obesity medications was associated with worse employee morale, higher rates of burnout, and decreased job satisfaction and productivity.
Researchers found that removing coverage for obesity medications was associated with worse employee morale, higher rates of burnout, and decreased job satisfaction and productivity.
Researchers found that removing...
08/05/2026
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Medicaid Coverage Remains Suboptimal After Medicare Enrollment
08/03/2026
Rebecca Amrick
A study found that waiving the Medicare Savings Program (MSP) asset test could help newly enrolled Medicare beneficiaries retain Medicaid coverage, but variations in state-level coverage and suboptimal rates of enrollment raise concerns about...
A study found that waiving the Medicare Savings Program (MSP) asset test could help newly enrolled Medicare beneficiaries retain Medicaid coverage, but variations in state-level coverage and suboptimal rates of enrollment raise concerns about...
A study found that waiving the...
08/03/2026
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Behind the Bill
Court Challenge Tests CMS' New Medicaid Work Requirement Rule
07/31/2026
Hannah Musick
A federal court has allowed CMS' new Medicaid work requirement rule to move forward while a multistate legal challenge continues, setting the stage for a broader debate over how the landmark eligibility changes will be implemented nationwide.
A federal court has allowed CMS' new Medicaid work requirement rule to move forward while a multistate legal challenge continues, setting the stage for a broader debate over how the landmark eligibility changes will be implemented nationwide.
A federal court has allowed CMS'...
07/31/2026
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Insights

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Interview
Insurance Coverage, Relationship Status, Other Factors Linked to PrEP Reinitiation
04/14/2022
Maria Asimopoulos
Brian Mustanski, PhD, professor of medical social sciences, Northwestern University, shares factors influencing whether patients reinitiate preexposure prophylaxis for HIV after discontinuation.
Brian Mustanski, PhD, professor of medical social sciences, Northwestern University, shares factors influencing whether patients reinitiate preexposure prophylaxis for HIV after discontinuation.
Brian Mustanski, PhD, professor...
04/14/2022
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Chris Beyrer
Podcasts
PrEP in the United States Faces Slow Uptake and Coverage Among Payers
06/30/2021
Julie Gould
Chris Beyrer, MD, infectious disease epidemiologist and professor at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, breaks down current rates of HIV across the United States as well as the challenges linked with controlling this...
Chris Beyrer, MD, infectious disease epidemiologist and professor at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, breaks down current rates of HIV across the United States as well as the challenges linked with controlling this...
Chris Beyrer, MD, infectious...
06/30/2021
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Podcasts
Addressing Barriers to Preventive HIV Care for At-Risk Patient Populations
01/25/2021
Ed Pezalla, MD, CEO, Enlightenment Bioconsult LLC, speaks about the barriers to preventive HIV care, pinpoints how payers can reach at-risk populations, and reviews the US Preventive Services Task Force’s measures requiring health plans to...
Ed Pezalla, MD, CEO, Enlightenment Bioconsult LLC, speaks about the barriers to preventive HIV care, pinpoints how payers can reach at-risk populations, and reviews the US Preventive Services Task Force’s measures requiring health plans to...
Ed Pezalla, MD, CEO,...
01/25/2021
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Videos
Examining a New Class of Antiretroviral Therapy for Patients With Multidrug-Resistant HIV-1 Infection
09/23/2020
Max Lataillade, DO, head of global research strategy, ViiV Healthcare, discusses the findings of the BRIGHTE study that demonstrated a significant decrease in HIV-1 RNA levels among patients treated with fostemsavir, a first-in-class...
Max Lataillade, DO, head of global research strategy, ViiV Healthcare, discusses the findings of the BRIGHTE study that demonstrated a significant decrease in HIV-1 RNA levels among patients treated with fostemsavir, a first-in-class...
Max Lataillade, DO, head of...
09/23/2020
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