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FDA Approves Fleqsuvy for Spasticity

A new muscle relaxant for the treatment of spasticity, including from spinal cord injuries.

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2022 Workers’ Comp Industry Insights Survey Report

Nearly 500 stakeholders share their thoughts on industry challenges and priorities.

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Opioid Developments
CDC to Update Opioid Guideline

Proposed changes are open to public comment until April 11th.

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Legislation & Policy
First Responder PTSD Bills Return to the Forefront

After a drop in activity due to the pandemic, five states are now considering legislation.

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Healthe Developments
Five Things to Know About Workers’ Compensation Pharmacy Services

Healthe’s VP of Industry and State Affairs, Sandy Shtab, joined an educational webinar from IAIABC.

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Medmonitor
FDA Issues Warning for Dental Problems with Dissolvable Buprenorphine Products

Buprenorphine is an opioid used to treat pain, as well as opioid-use disorder.

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Classification Complications: Will Gig Workers Enter the Workers’ Comp Market?

Legislation could potentially reclassify gig workers as employees entitled to workers’ comp.

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COVID-19 Developments
FDA Fully Approves Moderna Vaccine & Expands Veklury’s Treatment Range

Drug advancements surrounding the prevention and treatment of COVID-19.

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Legislation & Policy
Marijuana: States Move Forward Medically and Recreationally, But Oppose Reimbursement in Comp

Since the start of 2022, at least 10 states are considering some form of marijuana legislation.

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Healthe Developments
Claims Adjusters Are the Future Leaders of Workers’ Comp: How Can We Nurture Their Success?

Healthe’s Director of Product Management talks to Risk & Insurance on how to attract and retain talent in the workers’ comp industry.

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Medmonitor
FDA Approves Yusimry as a Biosimilar to Humira

This autoimmune drug was approved for various arthritic and autoimmune diseases.

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The Top Priorities of the Workers’ Comp Industry for Future Resiliency

The initial results from a collaborative survey between Healthe and Risk & Insurance.®

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COVID-19 Developments
Additional Vaccine Candidate Performs Well in Clinical Trials

Phase 3 trials for NVX-CoV2373 across 30,000 people found this vaccine candidate to be safe and effective for the prevention of COVID-19.

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Clinical Insights
CDC Updates Isolation and Quarantine Period for COVID-19

New five-day rules are recommended, with variation depending upon vaccination status.

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Industry Trends
The Great Resignation Continues to Impact Workforce Dynamics

The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that 4.5 million employees quit their jobs in November 2021.

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Healthe Developments
4 Ways to Manage Medical Supply Chain Disruption in Workers’ Comp

Healthe’s SVP of Product Strategy and Innovation, Kristine Kennedy, discusses this topic with Risk & Insurance magazine.

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Medmonitor
COVID-19 Pill Approval and More Updates

Molnupiravir, Paxlovid, and AZD7442 have shown promise in Phase 3 trials.

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The Long Haul: Chronic Health Complications of COVID-19

Those previously infected by the virus may face long-term health complications.

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Clinical Insights
Can Virtual Reality Help with Pain Management?

A new study found that VR sessions averaged a 40% reduction in pain and decreased opioid use.

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Legislation & Policy
Federal Judges Try to Block Vaccine Mandates

Rulings from U.S. District Courts have impeded vaccine requirements among certain workers.

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COVID-19 Developments
FDA Authorizes COVID-19 Booster Shots for All Adults

All adults may now receive a booster shot of any COVID-19 vaccine.

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Medmonitor
FDA Approves Zimhi and Seglentis

A new naloxone drug and a new opioid-NSAID combination.

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Sickness and Society: The Future of Infectious Disease in the Workplace

Strategies for a safer, healthier workforce amid COVID-19 and beyond.

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COVID-19 Developments
FDA Authorizes Booster Shots for Moderna and J&J Vaccines

All COVID-19 vaccines now have emergency use authorization for a booster dose.

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Marijuana Updates
Cannabis in the Workplace on the Rise

One-third of employees have witnessed cannabis use during work hours.

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Industry Trends
Texas Telemedicine Report

Pre-pandemic, 951 claims received telemedicine, jumping to 21,000 during the pandemic.

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Healthe Developments
Healthesystems at WCI & SAWCA

Visit Healthe at WCI booth #913! Plus, a recap of a SAWCA roundtable, featuring Sandy Shtab.

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Medmonitor
New Drugs, Generics, and a COVID-19 Treatment Update

A new migraine medication, various generics, and more.

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The Long Haul: Chronic Health Complications of COVID-19

Long-term health impacts of COVID-19 can complicate claims

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Clinical Insights
Topical Analgesics See Increase in Utilization

A WCRI study found that in some states 17% of workers receive topical analgesics.

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Industry Trends
Take the 2021 Workers’ Comp Industry Insights Survey

Take our survey and share your thoughts on where the industry is headed.

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Healthe Developments
Healthe Leaders to Speak at Upcoming Virtual Conferences

Take part in our virtual speaking sessions at PRIMA and Comp Laude!

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Medmonitor
FDA Approves Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine, Booster Shots on the Way

The Pfizer vaccine receives full FDA approval, while a new EUA authorizes booster shots for certain populations.

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Applying AI to Leverage the Value of Unstructured Claims Data

Healthe’s Director of Enterprise Analytics discusses in WorkCompWire how natural language processing can assist with claim review, population management, and more.

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Clinical Insights
WCRI Publishes Report on Off-Label Gabapentinoid Use

Less than 1% of gabapentin prescriptions were prescribed for an FDA-approved diagnosis.

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Legislation & Policy
White House Issues Vaccine Mandate

All federal employees are impacted, as are companies with 100 or more employees.

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Healthe Developments
Connect with Healthe at the 2021 National Comp Conference

Join our educational session on infectious disease safety in the workplace, and don’t miss a chance to take part in our industry survey!

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Medmonitor
New Generic Approvals

The FDA approved first-time generics for Xeljanz, two COPD medications, and more.

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In Claims Management, Centralized Data Means Empowered Decisions

Healthe’s Director of Product Management explains how centralized data helps claims professionals.

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Clinical Insights
How Opioid Policy Impacts Opioid Utilization and Disability

A new WCRI report explores the impact recent opioid legislation has had on injured worker care.

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COVID-19 Developments
The Early Impact of COVID-19 on Workers’ Comp Claims

Another WCRI report looks at non-COVID-19 claims with injuries in the first two quarters of 2019 and 2020.

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Healthe Developments
Clinical Minute Video Series

Not enough time for white papers or industry reports? Check out our Clinical Minute videos!

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Medmonitor
FDA and CDC: Vaccinated Adults Will Not Need COVID-19 Booster Shots

A joint statement announces that at this time, vaccinated adults are protected from the Delta variant.

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Home Alone: The Mental Health Impact of Working from Home

Extensive isolation and unique stressors may impact the mental health of remote workers.

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Clinical Insights
AMA Updates Impairment Rating Guidelines for the First Time Since 2008

Changes center around improving the assessment of mental and behavioral impairment.

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Legislation & Policy
More Recreational Marijuana Legalization, More Positive Workplace Drug Tests

Connecticut legalizes recreational use, and NCCI expects even more states to follow suit.

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Healthe Developments
Silvia Sacalis to Join Panel Presentation at Florida RIMS Conference

Join our VP of Clinical Services on July 29th for a discussion on care and program considerations for underrepresented populations.

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Medmonitor
FDA Approves First New Weight Loss Drug Since 2014, Issues EUA for COVID-19 Antibody

Wegovy (semaglutide) and sotrovimab will soon be available.

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Empowering the Patient as a Mitigator of Claims Complexity

How to leverage the patient’s influence over care outcomes.

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Clinical Insights
Interstate Variation and Trends in Workers’ Comp Drug Payments

A new flash report from the WCRI highlights trends in drug utilization.

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Legislation & Policy
Mental Health Injuries Gain Momentum in Workers’ Comp

Corrections officers in Nebraska benefit from a new law; will healthcare workers in Connecticut join them?

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Healthe Developments
5 Ways We’re Innovating the Digital Experience for Claims Professionals

Check out Healthe’s latest featured article with WorkCompWire

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Healthe Developments
Silvia Sacalis to Join Panel Presentation at FERMA 2021

Join our VP of Clinical Services on July 15th for a discussion on underrepresented populations in workers' comp.

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Medmonitor
FDA Approves Kloxxado for Opioid Overdose

A new 8 mg naloxone nasal spray will soon be available, which is the largest naloxone dose approved by the FDA to date.

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This Month's Must Read
RxInformer Summer 2021 Edition Now Available

The latest issue of Healthesystems’ biannual clinical journal covers trending and influential topics in workers’ comp.

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Healthe Developments
Healthe Leaders in the Media

Our VP of Clinical Services comments on opioid alternatives, and our AVP of Advocacy & Compliance discusses social media in the workplace.

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COVID-19 Developments
FDA Revokes Emergency Use Authorization for Bamlanivimab for COVID-19

Due to mutating viral strains, the potential benefits of this COVID-19 drug no longer outweigh the risks.

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Legislation & Policy
Department of Labor Hints at Changes to Worker Classification

While many states are making decisions regarding gig workers, federal action could soon change things.

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Medmonitor
FDA and CDC Recommend Resuming Use of Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 Vaccine

After reviewing six rare cases of blood clots after 7 million doses, current data indicates the vaccine is safe.

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This Month's Must Read
Making Telemedicine Work for Workers’ Comp

Applications, benefits and tips for success.

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