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Bipartisan Push for Medicare Coverage of Alzheimer's Blood Tests Gains Momentum

Bipartisan lawmakers introduced the ASAP Act to mandate Medicare coverage for FDA-cleared blood tests that detect Alzheimer's disease early. The legislation aims to bridge a gap between new diagnostic technology and outdated coverage rules, potentially saving billions in long-term care costs. Recent research confirms these blood tests, combined with genetic markers, can predict cognitive decline years before symptoms appear, though current treatments remain expensive and limited.

via The Washington Post|

#alzheimers-disease #asap-act #biomarker-testing

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Early screening and genomic profiling reshape lung cancer care

Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths, with NSCLC making up 80–85% of cases. Annual low-dose CT screening is recommended for adults 50–80 with a 20-pack-year history to detect cancer early. Comprehensive genomic profiling (biomarker testing) identifies actionable targets in many NSCLC cases, guiding personalized treatment and helping choose the best options—often after CGP results are available. Patients and families should advocate for CGP and awareness of screening, as early detection and precision medicine drive better outcomes.

via theSkimm|

#biomarker-testing #comprehensive-genomic-profiling #health

health3 years ago•5 min saved

Advancements in Cancer Research and Treatment: A Game-Changer

Readers respond to an opinion essay discussing breakthroughs in cancer research and treatment. One reader shares her personal experience with immunotherapy, which saved her life and put her in full remission from stage IV metastatic colon cancer. Another reader emphasizes the importance of biomarker testing in precision medicine for lung cancer patients, allowing for targeted therapies and improved outcomes. A bereaved parent calls for increased research and focus on pediatric oncology, highlighting the unique needs of children with cancer. A Black woman with metastatic breast cancer advocates for greater accessibility to biomarker testing for women of color. Lastly, a radiation oncologist highlights the potential of curative intent radiation therapy in achieving deep or complete remissions for patients with limited metastatic disease when combined with other cancer therapies.

via The New York Times|

#biomarker-testing #cancer-research #health