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The savings range from 79 percent for Januvia, a drug to treat diabetes, to 38 percent for Imbruvica, which is used to treat blood cancers.

Here's a list of drugs affected by Biden's latest Medicare pharmaceutical price cuts

The Associated Press

Taxpayers are expected to save billions after the Biden administration inked deals with pharmaceuticals to lower the lists prices for 10 of Medicare’s costliest drugs; however, how much older Americans can expect to save when they fill a prescription remains unclear. The Biden administration says Medicare recipients will save about $1.5 billion on out-of-pocket costs for medications to treat diabetes, heart disease, types of arthritis and other ailments under new prices negotiated with drug companies that will take effect in 2026. The savings range from 79% for Januvia, used to manage diabetes, to 38% for Imbruvica, which is used to treat blood cancers. That is the medication’s cost before any discounts or rebates are applied, but not what the price people actually pay when filling their prescriptions.  A look at the drugs and the negotiated prices.

Drugs to treat diabetes, heart disease and blood cancers among those affected by price negotiations

Healthline

New research highlights which types of health insurance plans are paying for the majority of prescriptions for GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy in the United States.

Ozempic Coverage May be Less Likely If You Have This Type of Insurance

Seniors Guide

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What to Know About New Medicare Prescription Costs

Expanding Medicare coverage of anti-obesity medicines could increase annual spending by $3.1 to $6.1 billion, according to a new Health Affairs study. The introduction of highly effective anti-obesity drugs, such as Wegovy, has prompted debate over Medicare Part D's current prohibition of such products, the report said. Medicare Part D...

Weight loss drug coverage would cost Medicare at least $3.1 billion annually

According to a study by the Social Security Administration, over one in four of today’s 20-year-olds will become disabled before they retire. It is important to learn about disability benefits, as you never know when disaster strikes. This is particularly true for those working in jobs that involve a certain amount of danger.

5 Conditions That Qualify for Long-Term Disability Benefits

You may be able to tell a lot about your health from how often you poop. “In the scientific literature, we see strong associations between bowel movement frequency abnormalities (constipation, in particular) and chronic diseases, like neurodegeneration and chronic kidney disease,” Dr. Sean Gibbons, associate professor at the Institute for Systems Biology in Seattle, tells TODAY.com in an email.

How many times a day you poop can tell you a lot about your long-term health, study finds

Healthcare professionals recommend taking Jardiance in the morning. However, scientists have investigated what happens if you take Jardiance at night and whether or not it may still be effective. Jardiance (empagliflozin) is a prescription medication. It helps control your blood sugar levels if you have type 2 diabetes. It also...

What happens if you take Jardiance at night?

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Atlanta, GA

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A 40-year-old man has been sentenced to over 28 years in prison for distributing significant amounts of fentanyl and other controlled substances to dealers in the Middle Georgia region. Authorities revealed that investigators uncovered evidence linking the drugs provided by the defendant, 40-year-old Lagary Williams, also known as "Frog," from Atlanta, to a fatal overdose.

Atlanta Man Sentenced to 28 Years for Supplying Deadly Fentanyl Linked to Fatal Overdose

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The Lantern

On Tuesday, licensed Ohio dispensaries began legally selling non-medical marijuana to consumers; however, the drug’s possession, growth and/or usage are still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus. Credit: Jefferee Woo/Tampa Bay Times/TNS [Original caption: Four citizen-led petitions with proposals to update Dallas’ charter hit the 20,000 valid signature threshold to make it on the Nov. 5 election ballot, including one that would ban police officers from arresting or citing people carrying less than four ounces of marijuana.] As of Tuesday, students 21 and older can now legally purchase marijuana in Ohio.

Dispensary sales of recreational marijuana began Tuesday; possession and usage still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus

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David Heitz

A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

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Red Lobster, the popular seafood chain, has confirmed additional closures in Florida, adding to its recent wave of shutdowns following the company’s bankruptcy filing in May. The latest round of closures includes two more Florida locations, highlighting the ongoing struggles of the iconic restaurant chain.

Popular seafood chain announces more closures in Florida

Everyday Health

Learn the differences between COPD and emphysema, as well as their symptoms, diagnosis methods, and treatments to improve breathing and quality of life.

Confused About COPD and Emphysema? Here's What You Need to Know

SurvivorNet

With the help of advancements in genetic testing, many of those suffering from rare diseases have finally been getting the answers they need.

Crucial Genetic Testing Under Fire — What Does This Mean for Millions of Americans Living With Rare Diseases?

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Colleton County, SC

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Some beachgoers were in for a surprise this week when a bizarre looking prehistoric fish washed ashore in Colleton County along Edisto Beach at Edisto Beach State Park. It turned out to be an atlantic sturgeon.

Rare Atlantic sturgeon washes ashore on South Carolina beach

Overdoses related to compounded forms of semaglutide (Ozempic) and other GLP-1 drugs are on the rise. The FDA warns that incorrect dosing is common when patients use unapproved formulations. Signs of a GLP-1 overdose include extreme diarrhea and vomiting and may require hospitalization. More people are overdosing on “do-it-yourself” Ozempic...

Why More People Overdosing on Weight Loss Drugs Like Ozempic and Wegovy

Medical News Today

According to the most recent analysis, more and more people without diabetes are using GLP-1 agonist drugs solely for weight loss, which may contribute to shortages.

Who uses GLP-1 drugs, and for what? Is it worsening diabetes drug shortages?

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

A permanent marker will be erected to honor the victims of the racist mass shooting nearly a year ago at a Dollar General store in the New Town community. City Council approved the marker 17-0 on Tuesday night.

Marker will honor victims of racist Dollar General shooting

Inhalers and nebulizers are vital in treating COPD. But how do you know which one is right for you? Here's a rundown to keep you informed.

How to Make Sense of Inhaled Medications for COPD

Denver, CO

In addition to collecting more than 8,000 used needles in the past year from Denver drug users, the Harm Reduction Action Center passed out 10,000 meth pipes and “snort kits,” according to a newsletter sent to its supporters Thursday. They also connected about 1,700 people to medical, mental health and substance abuse treatment.

Denver group hands out 10K meth pipes, ‘snort kits,’ connects 1,700 to treatment annually

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Ten costly drugs to see big price drops for millions of people who rely on Medicare

CINCINNATI — A fierce player on the Sawyer Point pickleball courts, Rob Ryan, is also a 70-year-old cancer survivor who uses Medicare to help pay his...

Ten costly drugs to see big price drops for millions of people who rely on Medicare

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