Ask Our Experts January 26, 2023 FDA Approves New Alzheimer’s Treatment: What to know About Leqembi® (lecanemab) Leqembi® (lecanemab) was approved to treat Alzheimer’s disease in January, 2023 under the FDA’s Accelerated Approval process for diseases with an unmet need for treatment.1 The manufacturers, Eisai pharmaceuticals, plan to submit data for full FDA approval by the end of March 2023. Here, we answer some common questions about Leqembi and summarize what is known about its safety and effectiveness. Patients and their families should speak with their physician and weigh the potential benefits and risks before deciding whether to seek treatment with Leqembi. Read More
Ask Our Experts January 26, 2023 Testing for respiratory illness Many people have experienced colds or flu-like illnesses already this winter. Experts are monitoring the levels and continued spread of these viruses, including flu, COVID-19, and RSV. This article will answer common … Read More
Ask Our Experts January 26, 2023 What to know about taking Tamiflu® for the flu As expected in the winter months, the flu virus spreads throughout our communities. Small children, the elderly, and immune compromised people are at higher risk for complications or serious illness from the … Read More
post January 26, 2023 PHM has your back The ability to live a normal life versus one that is defined by pain can change in an instant. Amanda was enjoying a weekend with friends in California’s wine country. As she took in a spectacular view, she suddenly began to experience unimaginable pain that began in her lower back and radiated down her legs. Amanda couldn’t turn, she couldn’t walk, she couldn’t even move. Amanda spent the next few days making agonizing trips to emergency rooms where she was given the same prescription for pain medication and told that her pain wasn’t severe enough for her to be admitted or receive an MRI. Read More
post November 7, 2022 Saving lives through early detection Background Our health is intensely personal. While no diagnosis or experience with cancer is the same, Larry’s case was especially unique. As an active PHM Health Membership client, his Personal Care Team … Read More
Ask Our Experts November 7, 2022 The silver lining of an incidental cancer diagnosis It’s a frightening thought. You’ve fallen off a bike and injured yourself, but the scan that was supposed to assess for damage to the ribcage discovered a mass in your right lung. … Read More
