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The @US_FDA lets drugs to market faster, then requires safety studies after approval. @KFFHealthNews found nearly 600 of those studies running late. @Amgen's Tavneos, linked to dozens of liver injury cases, still hasn't finished its study. Read more here: tinyurl.com/5n8tju39

The Drugs and Devices Have Been on the Market for Years. But FDA-Ordered Studies Still Aren’t Done....

To get drugs and devices out faster, the FDA lets companies conduct studies of safety or efficacy after the products are approved. In many cases, such “postmarket” studies are behind schedule or...

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Nearly 25,000 Californians could be moved from a biologic to a cheaper biosimilar next year under SB 1094, signed by @CAgovernor unless their doctor objects. Backers cite savings; rheumatologists and patient groups fear disrupted care. Read more here: tinyurl.com/mrywfxzy

Drugs for autoimmune diseases are pricey. This bill could switch patients to a cheaper one

Nearly 25,000 Californians could get switched to a cheaper drug next year — unless their doctor objects.

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California men die 5+ years before women, and half of male deaths come before 75. @Movember's new report calls for a state plan to reach men where they are. Saturday is #WorldMentalHealthDay, and mental health is men's health too. Read more here: tinyurl.com/2ucsmnr5

The Real Face of Men's Health: California Report | Movember

California men die younger, seek care later, and face the sharpest health gaps by postcode and race. Movember's 2026 report sets out what a coordinated state response could look like.

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We’re thrilled to see the @FDA advisory committee recognize the potential of Galleri and the importance of continued innovation in cancer detection #MCED. tinyurl.com/4semn3b8

FDA panel endorses first-of-a-kind cancer blood test from Grail

The panel voted 7-2 that the test offers more potential benefits than risks, while warning that it’s far from clear how well it works.

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A study of 92 million medical records found 1.1 million Americans taking GLP-1s like Ozempic with no obesity or diabetes diagnosis. Off-label use is up 15x since 2021, and experts warn there's little safety data for these patients. Read more here: tinyurl.com/abzbxjz2

GLP-1 Prescriptions for People With No Medical Need Are Climbing (Gift Article)

A new study identified more than 1 million people taking weight-loss drugs without any apparent medical reason to do so.

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Great news for California patients! #AB2009, by @PhillipChenCA and @AsmSolache, was signed by @CAgovernor. The bill will modernize source plasma donation regulations and support a more reliable supply of plasma-derived medicines for those who depend on them.
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Dr. Wayne Ho sees how GLP-1s improve his patients’ lives, but the reversal of Medi-Cal coverage adds to the hurdles faced by vulnerable patients who now risk losing the progress they have “fought incredibly hard to achieve.” Read more @calhealthreport >> tinyurl.com/hma67c26
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Going to be a great & informative webinar hosted by @Looms4Lupus! Don't forget to register today to hear from experts on the #340Bprogram and how proposed changes may affect patients. When: TOMORROW, September 24 at 9:00am PST Register here: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi…

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@Looms4LupusSep 21
Join @Looms4Lupus for a webinar on proposed changes to the 340B Program and what they could mean for patients, caregivers, and access to care. 📅 Thursday, September 24, 2026 🕘 9:00 AM PT | 12:00 PM ET 💻 Zoom Webinar 🔗 Register today: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi… #Lupus #PatientEducation #HealthcarePolicy #340B #PatientAdvocacy #HealthEquity #Looms4Lupus
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Policymakers reversed #GLP1 coverage due to budget concerns. But there is a greater cost: undoing health equity for the millions of #LGBTQ+ Californians who rely on Medi-Cal to treat and manage #obesity. From Dr. Sera Ramadan, DO via @GlendaleNews_P >> tinyurl.com/4cud45jz
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Behind #AB2009 are real patients, families, and caregivers who rely on plasma-derived medicines every day. We urge @CAgovernor to sign this bill into law and ensure California’s policies keep pace with patient need.
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The menopause journey isn't one-size-fits-all. Join @PFCD and State Senator Dr. Akilah Weber Pierson for a free luncheon seminar focused on the unique experiences of Black women. Register today: tinyurl.com/yeyrjhny
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Tomorrow: Join @LupusColorado for an educational webinar on the #340B program, recent federal actions, and how decisions are impacting state-level issues. Featuring expert insights from @TIICANN and @blkwomenshealth Register here: tinyurl.com/3cmn29hz
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California is one step closer to improving access to life-saving plasma-derived medicines! We now call on the California Assembly & @CAgovernor to support #AB2009, legislation that will modernize outdated source plasma regulations. tinyurl.com/3jx2djzp

California Advances Legislation to Increase Access to Plasma-Derived Medicines

(SACRAMENTO, CA) – Assembly Bill 2009, authored by Assemblymembers Phillip Chen and José Luis Solache, Jr., passed unanimously through the California State Senate and is one step closer to becoming...

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California Partnership for Access to Treatment retweeted
Liver Coalition
@LiverCoalitionAug 13

Innovation in medicine doesn’t always reach the communities who need it most.

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Government price-setting policies based on #QALYs risk reducing patients to formulas rather than recognizing individual needs. People living with rare diseases, disabilities, and chronic conditions deserve equitable access to treatment. Read more: tinyurl.com/4jrdk4s8

How QALYs Threaten Patient-Centered Care in California - California Partnership for Access to...

The federal government continues to tout the need for price controls to improve health care affordability. The latest approach, Most Favored Nation (MFN),

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A new FDA-approved gene therapy is giving hope to patients with sickle cell disease. Patients are experiencing fewer pain episodes after treatment, marking an encouraging advancement in #sicklecell care. Read more here: tinyurl.com/43f7ufxe

Historic Gene Therapy Gives Young Louisiana Man a New Shot at Life

For a disease that disproportionately affects Black Americans, the latest breakthrough offers hope — and unresolved questions.

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A federal investigation found that some of the largest Medicare Advantage insurers denied medically recommended rehabilitative care at higher rates than their peers, often approving coverage only after patients appealed. Read more here: tinyurl.com/5t2s5uzb

Private Medicare plans erect barriers to rehab care in pursuit of profit, federal investigators find

Federal investigation finds Medicare Advantage insurers block rehab care for older adults, only to reverse denials on appeal.

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California Partnership for Access to Treatment retweeted
CA Assoc. of Alcohol & Drug Programs Executives@caadpeJul 20
#AB1970 will prohibit insurers from imposing step therapy as a prerequisite to authorizing coverage of any prescription drug used to treat a serious mental illness or #SUD. Patients shouldn't have to fail first to get the care they need.
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Governor Newsom announced a transformation of #CA's youth behavioral and mental health system, highlighting statewide actions and long-term reforms aimed at improving care for future generations. Read more here: tinyurl.com/mry5pkjb

California’s historic investment in youth behavioral health delivers results across the state |...

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Many undocumented Californians rely on Medi-Cal as both a health and financial lifeline. Maintaining coverage enables them to manage chronic conditions and seek care before health problems escalate. Read more here: tinyurl.com/ycy72nh4

In Their Own Words: How Undocumented Californians Are Navigating Medi-Cal Changes and Immigration...

Based on interviews with 39 undocumented Californians, this report examines how Medi-Cal policy changes and immigration enforcement are shaping health care decisions, coverage stability, trust, and...

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