20 citations
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March 2017 in “Arthritis research & therapy”
In this study, researchers analyzed social media data to assess the comparative safety of arthritis medications, finding increased odds of herpes zoster and perforated bowel with certain therapies. Social media posts expressed more safety concerns than favorable opinions about drug safety.
108 citations
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November 2006 in “The Milbank Quarterly”
This article reviews the history and impacts of direct-to-consumeradvertising of prescription drugs in the U.S. and reports no new research findings; it discusses implications for health policy debates.
244 citations
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September 2008 in “Annual Review of Genomics and Human Genetics”
This review examines the direct-to-consumer genetic testing market, highlighting the available tests, regulatory issues, and calls for increased oversight, and reports no new results.
37 citations
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May 2003 in “Journal of Consumer Marketing”
This review discusses consumers' positive attitudes towards direct-to-consumer pharmaceutical advertising, highlighting its impact on patient engagement despite physicians' mixed opinions on its influence on the doctor-patient relationship.
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