The American Diabetes Association® (ADA) and Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) today celebrated the progress made in the Texas House of Representatives this session in advancing understanding about the need to address obesity and its impact on the long-term health of the state. House Bill 2677, sponsored by Rep. Senfronia Thompson and co-sponsored by Rep. John Bucy III, would have provided Medicaid coverage for comprehensive treatment for people with obesity. Though HB 2677 cleared the House Public Health Committee with bipartisan support and no registered opposition and was scheduled for a vote
The American Diabetes Association ® applauds the Washington governor and legislature for passing SB 6087 Recently, Washington Governor Jay Inslee signed into law American Diabetes Association (ADA)-supported legislation capping monthly copayments for insulin at $100 for a 30-day supply. Senate Bill 6087 (SB 6087) requires insulin to be covered by state regulated commercial health insurance plans and state employee plans without being subject to a deductible. In addition, any cost sharing the individual is required to pay by their policy will be applied toward their deductible. The bill also
Exploratory Analysis from the SURPASS-4 Trial Data for Kidney Function with Tirzepatide Compared to Insulin Glargine A pre-specified exploratory analysis from the SURPASS-4 trial showed tirzepatide, a novel once-weekly medication for the treatment of diabetes, improved kidney outcomes for adults with type 2 diabetes who have increased cardiovascular risk. SURPASS-4 was part of the SURPASS global clinical development program for Eli Lilly and Company’s tirzepatide. Findings were presented at the 82nd Scientific Sessions of the American Diabetes Association ® (ADA). Chronic kidney disease (CKD)
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