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Hep C and HIV Meds Still Rank No. 1 in Outpatient Medicaid Spending

Think your medications are really expensive? They are. Antiviral drugs used to treat HIV and hepatitis C virus (HCV) remain the most expensive medications vis-a-vis Medicaid spending, according to a new analysis by the Kaiser Family Foundation. The study, which examined Medicaid outpatient prescription drug spending between 2014 and 2017 found that, overall, rebates are… Read More »

Our children rank amongst the most obese in Europe – so should we have more PE in school?

PE can encourage a healthy lifestyle and promote well-being Our children rank amongst the most obese in Europe – so should we have more PE in school? Independent.ie According to the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment, physical education (PE) in schools contributes to children’s overall development by helping them to lead full, active and… Read More »