by Sarah Martin | May 5, 2015 | Health Risk Solutions, Pharmacy
According to a recent story in the New York Times (Speedy Drug Approvals Have Become the Rule, Not the Exception), FDA approval timeframes for new specialty drugs are being shortened and the pipeline is filling up with new medications. That’s why it’s more important...
by Todd Hlasney | March 12, 2015 | Health Risk Solutions, Workplace Wellness
Senator Lamar Alexander (R-Tenn.) is following through on his warning that if the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) didn’t issue regulations, he would introduce his own legislation to clarify requirements for employee wellness programs as they relate to...
by | February 26, 2015 | Health Risk Solutions, Health Risk Solutions General
Over the decades, the guidelines for proper nutrition have continued to evolve, much to the confusion of the general public. After all, it sometimes can appear that new guidelines completely contradict previous guidelines, which makes people trust them less. However,...
by Sarah Martin | February 20, 2015 | Health Risk Solutions, Pharmacy
A new class of injectable medications will soon be available for use in treating high cholesterol. These drugs are called PCSK9 inhibitors, and they’re currently still in development by a variety of pharmaceutical companies. Approvals are expected midyear. While news...
by | February 13, 2015 | Health Risk Solutions, Preventive Care
February is a month that’s all about the heart. No, not just Valentine’s Day. I’m talking about American Heart Month. Not too long ago it was thought that heart disease was a problem for men. Warnings for men to recognize chest pain and left arm pain helped educate us...
by | February 9, 2015 | Health Risk Solutions, Preventive Care, Workplace Wellness
What if there was a way to prevent certain cancers? Good news! There is, if you make some straightforward decisions about certain aspects of your life. Specifically, I’m talking about good nutrition, regular exercise, and maintaining a healthy weight. While most...
