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Questions and Answers About Biosimilars for Cancer Treatment

Clinically Speaking: Questions and Answers About Biosimilars for Cancer Treatment

Oncologist Gury Doshi, M.D., explains how a type of medicine called biosimilars is changing the way we treat cancer

Conversación clínica: Preguntas y respuestas relacionadas con biosimilares para el tratamiento del cáncer

Conversación clínica: Preguntas y respuestas relacionadas con biosimilares para el tratamiento del cáncer

La oncóloga Gury Doshi, M.D., explica como unos medicamentos denominados biosimilares están cambiando la forma en que tratamos el cáncer

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Testosterone 101: A Guide for Women in Menopause

There’s no FDA‑approved testosterone for women yet. Here’s how care works now.

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Antimicrobial Resistance and Women: The Time to Act Is Now

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) describes infections that don’t respond to antimicrobial medication. Biological and social forces make a dangerous situation even worse for women.

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What You Need to Know: Compounded Medications

Get the facts about compounded drugs and learn how to make sure your medications are safe

How Biosimilars Help with Chronic Conditions

How Biosimilars Help with Chronic Conditions

By blocking harmful signals, biosimilars help reduce pain and damage

En qué forma los biosimilares son útiles para trastornos crónicos

En qué forma los biosimilares son útiles para trastornos crónicos

Al bloquear señales dañinas, los biosimilares pueden ser útiles para reducir el dolor y las lesiones

Biosimilars, Explained

Biosimilars, Explained

What they are, how they work and why they matter

Explicación de los biosimilares

Explicación de los biosimilares

Qué son, cómo funcionan y por qué son importantes

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Understanding Biosimilars: Better Access to Advanced Medicines

From cancer therapies to autoimmune disease treatments, biosimilars open up treatment options for serious diseases

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Qué son los biosimilares: Un mejor acceso a medicamentos avanzados

Desde terapias contra el cáncer a tratamientos para trastornos autoinmunitarios, los biosimilares ofrecen opciones terapéuticas para trastornos graves

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6 Medications You Should Never Stop Abruptly

Learn some medications that are potentially dangerous to stop taking suddenly

Vitamin D keeps you healthy

10 Things You Need to Know About Vitamin D

As vitamin D makes headlines (again), it’s time to learn more about why you need vitamin D, how to get it — and how much vitamin D is too much

Biosimilars 101

Biosimilars 101

Biosimilars are a less expensive but equally effective alternative to some drugs

Biosimilars Basics

Biosimilars Basics

Biosimilars work the same as biologics, but cost a lot less. Here are some basic facts about these drugs.

How Are Biosimilars Made?

How Are Biosimilars Made?

Biosimilars are a safe, effective and affordable alternative to biologic drugs. Find out how they’re made.

¿Cómo se preparan biosimilares?

¿Cómo se preparan biosimilares?

Los biosimilares son alternativas seguras, efectivas y asequibles que pueden reemplazar a medicamentos biológicos. Descubre cómo se preparan.

Biologics, Biosimilars and Generics: What’s the Difference?

Biologics, Biosimilars and Generics: What’s the Difference?

Understanding biologics vs. biosimilars vs. generic drugs

Biofármacos, biosimilares y genéricos: ¿Cuál es la diferencia?

Biofármacos, biosimilares y genéricos: ¿Cuál es la diferencia?

Entender las diferencias entre biofármacos, biosimilares y medicamentos genéricos

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Questions to Ask Your Healthcare Provider About Biosimilars

Biosimilars are often a lower-cost treatment option for certain conditions. But are biosimilars an option for you? Here are some questions to ask your provider about these drugs.

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Barriers to Biosimilars in the US

Wait, what are biosimilars? Read more about these medicines that can be a more affordable way to get the treatment you need.

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Preguntas para tu proveedor de atención médica sobre biosimilares

Los biosimilares son frecuentemente una opción de tratamiento más barata para ciertos trastornos. Pero, ¿son los biosimilares una opción para ti? Aquí encontrarás algunas preguntas que puedes hacer a tu proveedor médico sobre estos medicamentos.

Conceptual Illustration of Biosimilar Medicines

Obstáculos de los biosimilares en EE.UU.

Espera, ¿qué son los biosimilares? Lee más acerca de estos medicamentos que pueden ser una forma más asequible para obtener el tratamiento que necesitas.

Melissa Jordan, R.N.

Anti-Obesity Medication Stopped My Obsessive Thoughts About Food and Helped Me Become a Stronger Woman

For me, the mental benefits of taking an anti-obesity medication are just as important as the physical benefits