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U.S. prices for multiple sclerosis drugs are on the rise

Reuters August 27, 2019
Dennis Bourdette, M.D., and Dan Hartung, Pharm.D., discuss new research about the skyrocketing cost of drugs to treat multiple sclerosis; Bourdette says, “Because of the high cost of these medications, insurance carriers seek to control expenses by limiting access.”

Why doctors still offer treatments that may not help

The New York Times August 26, 2019
In an article on the rising U.S. prices for multiple sclerosis drugs, Vinay Prasad, M.D., says of medical reversals, “Only a fraction of unproven medical practice is reassessed."

Bend cancer survivor, 12, to design Nike shoe

The Bulletin August 18, 2019
Profile of a 12-year-old competitive gymnast from Bend, one of six Doernbecher patients chosen to design Nike shoes and apparel to be auctioned to benefit the hospital.

Bend is a ‘perfect storm’ for melanoma

The Bulletin August 16, 2019
Deschutes and Klamath counties are affected by high rates of skin cancer, according to an op-ed written by Sancy Leachman, M.D., and Elizabeth Berry, M.D.
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