ACR urges the FTC to thoroughly examine the impact of pharmacy benefit managers on prescription drug costs and access for people living with rheumatic disease

In comments submitted to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), the American College of Rheumatology (ACR) urged the agency to address Pharmacy Benefit Manager (PBM) business practices that drive up costs and reduce access for the 54 million Americans living with rheumatic disease. “The FTC’s decision to study PBM business practices is an important step toward enacting meaningful reforms that reduce costs and […]

Manchester United owners in Talks to buy ISL club East Bengal

According to former cricketer Sourav Ganguly, Manchester United’s owners are in talks to buy Indian Super League (ISL) side East Bengal. The team are currently without investment after its association with Shree Cement Limited came to an end in April 2022. The company handed over sporting rights, leaving the Kolkata-based team in a perilous position. Sourav Ganguly has now said […]

New research may explain unexpected effects of common painkillers

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen and aspirin are widely used to treat pain and inflammation. But even at similar doses, different NSAIDs can have unexpected and unexplained effects on many diseases, including heart disease and cancer. Now, a new Yale-led study has uncovered a previously unknown process by which some NSAIDs affect the body. The finding may explain […]

Janhvi Kapoor flaunts her Fit Physique at the Gym

Whether making an appearance in a film, displaying her sartorial prowess on the red carpet or hitting the gym, Janhvi Kapoor surely knows how to leave an indelible mark on her fans. The actor’s gym routine especially inspires many of her followers. She credits Pilates and yoga for her healthy lifestyle and often posts snippets from her gym routine on […]

Reducing screen time increases physical activity in children

Many young people spend much of their time using digital screens which may reduce their engagement in physical activity. But children have always been sedentary during most of their awake time. This has been shown every time researchers have measured physical activity among different groups of children regardless of their cultural background and geography (also before the introduction of smartphones […]