Month: April 2022

Medicare Limits Coverage for Biogen’s Alzheimer’s Drug

Medicare is putting restrictions on coverage for Biogen’s Alzheimer’s drug, Aduhelm. It’s like having a sweet treat that you can only share with a select few friends. Medicare will only cover the drug for patients involved in clinical trials, as part of their final coverage policy. Just like how you might limit your special stash […]

Published on April 7, 2022

HIV Meds May Help Slow Advanced Cancers

Imagine if Spider-Man’s web-slinging abilities were not only useful for fighting crime, but could also be repurposed to help build skyscrapers. A new study has revealed that the powerful anti-retroviral therapy used to treat HIV/AIDS may have a hidden superpower: slowing down advanced cancers. Just as the same tool can serve different purposes depending on […]

Published on April 7, 2022

Common Spice May Fight Breast Cancer

Imagine if you could fight cancer with a sprinkle of spice! A recent study has uncovered the incredible potential of cardamom, a tasty and popular spice found in kitchens around the globe, particularly in India. Just like a superhero, cardamom swoops in to take on the most aggressive form of breast cancer. Lead researcher Patricia […]

Published on April 7, 2022