Ask Our Experts August 7, 2024 FDA approves first blood test to detect colorectal cancer On July 29, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Guardant Health’s Shield™ test, the first colorectal cancer screening test that analyzes a blood sample to identify molecular signs of cancer. The latest research shows that early detection of cancer improves treatment outcomes and survival rates and experts predict that having a non-invasive option will help to screen more patients and catch colorectal cancer at treatable stages. Read More
News July 30, 2024 Innovative Captive Strategies Partners with Private Health Management to Support Members with Serious and Complex Medical Conditions Private Health Management ("PHM"), a clinically sophisticated complex care management firm, is excited to announce it has been selected by Innovative Captive Strategies ("ICS"), a leading provider of captive insurance solutions, to deliver comprehensive care support to ICS's clients and their plan members. Read More
News July 11, 2024 Private Health Management Advocates for Better Use of Clinical Trials Private Health Management ("PHM"), a clinically sophisticated complex care management firm, announces the release of its whitepaper, "The Importance of Clinical Trials in Cancer Care." This report highlights the critical role of clinical trials in advancing cancer treatment, improving patient outcomes, and lowering costs for employers. Read More
Published Research July 11, 2024 The Importance of Clinical Trials in Cancer Care Clinical trials are pivotal in advancing cancer treatment and improving patient outcomes. They offer patients access to cutting-edge treatments while contributing valuable insights that drive the evolution of cancer care. This whitepaper examines clinical trials as a potential value lever within employer-sponsored health plans, highlighting their dual impact on enhancing cancer care and managing healthcare costs. Read More
Ask Our Experts June 12, 2024 Protecting yourself from tick-borne illnesses During the warm months of spring and summer, the looming threat of ticks becomes more palpable. While most people are aware of Lyme disease as the primary concern, ticks carry a staggering array of 13 other diseases. Read More
Ask Our Experts June 12, 2024 Exploring a rare form of Alzheimer’s disease affecting younger individuals Alzheimer’s disease, the most common form of dementia in the United States, affects millions of Americans, predominately striking after the age of 60. However, there is a lesser-known rare variant of Alzheimer’s called Posterior Cortical Atrophy (PCA) that makes up about 5% of cases. Read More
