Individual doctors can prescribe Aduhelm, but patients would have to go elsewhere to receive the drug via infusion

Gupta was the former health commissioner of West Virginia and is chief medical and health officer for the March of Dimes

Taking up reading, puzzles, and games even in one's 80s may provide cognitive protection

Increases seen in overdose deaths from opioids, as well as cocaine and psychostimulants

There are still considerable gaps in medication care, with Black enrollees having lower use than Whites

CMS says a final decision on coverage is not likely until next spring

Timely anticipatory planning in early dementia is crucial to preserve autonomy over future decisions and to reduce caregiver strain

Request follows reports that Biogen and the FDA held off-the-books meetings before the drug's approval that may have violated FDA protocol

Authors say patients with androgenetic alopecia may need psychological, psychosocial support

The American Diabetes Association 81st Scientific Sessions