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HLTH 2023 HLTH 2024, scheduled for October 20-23 at the Venetian Expo Center in Las Vegas, will highlight the evolving roles of AI, the shifting landscapes of telemedicine, retail health, women’s health, mental health, innovative care models, and how employers can manage healthcare costs with preventive health. Here are some of the compelling agenda highlights. You can view the full agenda and check for updates using this link. Note: All times provided are Pacific Time Nurses@HLTH: Nurse-Led Care Models Transforming Healthcare Delivery The increased demand for more individualized and convenient care is leading to a shift away from traditional provider-driven healthcare models. An aging population, a higher incidence of chronic diseases, resource constraints, and staffing shortages are driving the move towards value-based healthcare with a greater emphasis on coordinated care. Nursing care delivery models outline the assignment of responsibilities, delegation of authority, and management of patient care, focusing on preventive care, care coordination, and patient engagement. Nurse leaders are redesigning workflows and implementing solutions and innovations to support these efforts, defining what the new care team looks like. Unconventional care delivery models led and transformed by nurses are paving a new path forward. Where: Venetian Ballroom CD When: 9:30 am to 10:10 am, Sunday, October 20 Speakers include: Dr. Stephen Ferrara, President, American Association of Nurse Practitioners Sarah Price, Director, Public Health Integration, National Association of Community Health Centers Jing Wang, Dean and Professor, Florida State University College of Nursing Sherene Schlegel, Chief Operating Officer/Chief Nursing Officer, Virtual Care and Digital Health, Providence To register for HLTH 2024, click here. The Link Between Reimbursement and Preventive Care The Payer Insights program returns with a new set of discussions around reimbursement. This panel discussion will review the crucial role healthcare professionals play in advancing preventive care and how that can be influenced by incentives related to reimbursement and payment for these services. The panel will review opportunities for reimbursement through preventive care delivery approaches and methodologies, which will reduce barriers and encourage patients to prioritize preventive care. Where: Venetian Ballroom CD When: 1:00 pm to 1:40 pm, Sunday October 20 Speakers include: Arundhati Parmar, Editor in Chief, MedCity News (moderator) Dr. Russell Robbins, Chief Medical Information Officer, PurpleLab Pankhuri Sharma, Strategy & Operations Leader, Humana Dr. Darren E. Wethers, Strategic Advisor, Managed Care Resource Alliance (MCRA) Gen AI, Meet Pharma The intersection of tech and pharma is a prominent trend in the Pharma Insights program. Generative AI (GenAI) is harnessed to identify targets for drug development, such as protein therapeutics, and bring them to the clinical stage faster and more effectively. In addition to identifying targets for drug development, GenAI is also used to predict drug side effects, support everything from personalized medicine to supply chain management, and even assist in regulatory compliance. Where: Murano 3201 AB When: 1:50 pm to 2:30 pm, Sunday, October 20 Speakers include: Jo Peddhinti, Director, Insights and Advisory with HLTH Community (moderator) Mike DeVoy, CMO, Bayer Ramesh Durvasula, senior vice president, R&D IT, Eli Lilly and Co Marisa Cruz, VP, Head of Global Digital Medicine, Amgen Equitable Access to Medicine The Pharma Insights panel will highlight community initiatives aimed at reducing health disparities such as cultural barriers and promoting health equity, which requires enhancing access to essential programs. The need for the programs to measure outcomes and assess their effectiveness is critical. These pharma health equity champions are ready to change the paradigm of care, one patient at a time. Where: Murano 3201 AB When: 2:40 pm to 3:20 pm, Sunday, October 20 Speakers include: Dr. Michael Penn, Director, Equity and Innovation with the American Medical Association (moderator) Shaun Noorian, CEO & Founder, Empower Pharmacy Nwando Anyaoku MD, MPH, MBA, GVP, Chief Health Equity and Clinical Innovation Officer, Providence Vida Henderson, Behavioral Scientist, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center Aging’s Price Tag This panel will explore healthcare financing models. Healthy habits, better diagnostics, and drugs have led to longer lives but that’s also sparking tough conversations about the sustainability of Medicare and other healthcare financing models, the role of value-based care, and whether reforms will be needed for programs like Medicare Advantage to ensure equitable, affordable care for all seniors now and for future generations. Where: Everest Stage When: 3:20 pm to 4:00 pm, Sunday, October 20 Speakers include: Mara McDermott, CEO, Accountable for Health (moderator) Jenn Kerfoot, Chief Strategy & Growth Officer, DUOS Ceci Connolly, President and CEO, Alliance of Community Health Plans Kevin Mahoney, Chief Executive Officer, University of Pennsylvania Health System (Penn Medicine) Kortney Cruz, SVP, Government Markets, Independence Blue Cross The Kids are Not Alright Nearly one in six U.S. adolescents have one or more mental health and addiction conditions. The number of adolescents who reported a major depressive episode increased by more than 150% in the last decade alone. Suicide is now the second leading cause of death for ages 10-14. Visits to the ER related to suicide among children and young adults increased fivefold over the last decade. Younger generations have felt the lasting impacts of social isolation from the pandemic, uncertainty about the future, and the addictive pull of social media, which fosters unhealthy body images and comparison culture. As highlighted in a special report from the U.S. Surgeon General, adolescents in our country face a perfect storm for mental and behavioral health challenges, with little access to solutions to help them cope and thrive. Hear from those working with and advocating for youth about positive ways forward. Where: Evergreen Stage When: 3:20 pm to 4:00 pm, Sunday, October 20 Speakers include: Dr. Don Mordecai, National Leader for Mental Health and Addiction Care, Kaiser Permanente Dr. Shairi Turner, Chief Health Officer, Crisis Text Line Akiera Gilbert, CEO, Project HEAL Drew Robinson, Mental Health Advocate, San Francisco Giants Dr. Christine Crawford, Associate Medical Director, National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Say Ahh! This session explores the health risks posed by losing focus on teeth cleaning. It highlights the correlation between oral health and overall health, including the prevalence of chronic conditions such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and even complications during pregnancy. Despite this link, there remains a substantial gap in access to dental care, particularly in underserved populations and rural areas facing dentist shortages. The addition of dental care to Medicare benefits could dramatically improve access for older adults. The panelists will also discuss the broader need for policy changes to prioritize oral health across all age groups. Implementing preventive oral health strategies not only promises better disease management, but also offers positive economic benefits by reducing the long-term costs associated with chronic health issues stemming from poor oral health. Where: Bold Stage When: 10:40 am to 11:20 am, Monday, October 21 Speakers include: Dr. Myechia Minter-Jordan, Senior Adviser, CareQuest Institute for Oral Health Maria Ryan, DDS, Chief Clinical Officer, Colgate-Palmolive Company Stephen E. Thorne IV, Founder and CEO, PDS Health Sarah Chavarria, Chief Executive Officer and President, Delta Dental of California and affiliates Dr. Miles Varn, Chief Medical Officer, Sun Life GLP-1s Going Under-Covered U.S. healthcare expenditure on GLP-1 medications was more than $50 billion in 2023. So far, only 25% of employers cover GLP-1s for weight management, making these employers at the forefront of a challenging healthcare decision of whether to cover these impactful drugs. It amounts to a balancing act by employers – evaluating the positive developments of having happy and healthier employees with comprehensive health benefits and maintaining financial viability. In response to this dilemma, employers are exploring new approaches to cost management, including value-based pricing negotiations, implementing targeted patient assistance programs, and integration of comprehensive wraparound services to maintain treatment efficacy. Employers have to go deep into long-term safety assessments and coverage decisions through risk analytics and simultaneously shift towards proactive, preventive weight management approaches. Where: Disco Stage When: 11:30 am to 12:10 pm, Monday, October 21 Speakers include: Shelby Livingston, Senior health tech reporter, Endpoints News Dr. Shantanu Nundy, Executive Vice President and Chief Health Officer, Accolade Julia Hu, CEO and co-founder, Lark Patrice Johnson, Director Wellbeing Benefits, MGM Resorts International Scott Honken, Chief Commercial Officer, WeightWatchers To register for HLTH 2024, click here. Reproductive Health Disaster Planning In a world where healthcare policies can shift as swiftly as the political winds, disaster planning takes on a whole new meaning. With abortion access and basic reproductive rights being snatched away one state at a time, how can the health industry get ahead of what’s to come this presidential election cycle? Bold health leaders are using innovative approaches to maintain and expand healthcare services in an uncertain and sometimes risky environment. By leveraging technology, fostering partnerships, advocating for policy changes and putting patients above all else, they are creating resilient systems that can withstand rapid changes. Developing telehealth solutions to ensure continued access to care, implementing mobile health units to reach underserved populations, and establishing contingency plans that account for a wide range of potential legal and regulatory scenarios are all on their docket. Remember, in healthcare, we can’t always predict the future, but we can certainly pack an umbrella. Where: Rocket Stage When: 1:30 pm to 2:10 pm, Monday, October 21 Speakers include: Natalie Davis, Co-Founder and CEO, United States of Care (moderator) Tom Subak, Co-Founder, Charley Mark Edwards, CEO and Co-founder, Upstream USA Janna Meyrowitz Turner, President, Synastry Capital Christina Chang, Executive Director, Reproductive Freedom Alliance Employers’ Caregiving Era It may have taken a global pandemic to get there, but caregiving support has emerged as a major component of an employee’s benefits package. Big tech led the way with comprehensive offerings for caregivers, and now other sectors are following suit. The scope of caregiving support has also expanded, pushing the boundaries of what ‘care’ means in the workplace. It encompasses family planning to healthcare support for spouses, teenagers, pets, and aging parents. This holistic approach to benefits recognizes that care needs don’t exist in isolation, but are intertwined in the everyday life of employees. There are now cost-effective caregiver support platforms being utilized by companies big and small to ensure they see a return on this investment through the retention and productivity of their workforce. By addressing the full spectrum of caregiving needs – from childcare to elder care – employers can create a more supportive workforce all while contributing to the company’s bottom line. After all, sometimes it takes a village – or at least a really good HR department. Where: Disco Stage When: 10:40 am to 11:20 am, Tuesday, October 22 Speakers include: Brittney Gavini, Investor, Pivotal Ventures (moderator) Lindsay Jurist-Rosner, CEO and co-founder, Wellthy Amanta Mazumdar, Vice President, Total Rewards, Hilton Evan Falchuk, CEO, Family First Melinda Izbicki, Senior Principal, Mercer Medicinal Meals From farm to pharmacy, the food-as-medicine movement has continued to grow. Nearly half of Americans struggle with diet-related diseases. From medically-tailored meals and condition-specific foods delivered to people’s doors, and even prescriptions for produce, innovative programs have emerged to fill the gap between food insecurity and healthcare. The White House’s $9.7 billion pledge to food-as-medicine programs and major retailers’ launch of tech-driven delivery services signal a shift towards scaling these initiatives for widespread impact. The focus now is on ensuring that these programs are adequately subsidized, widely accessible and able to be integrated seamlessly into existing healthcare structures. There is also a tremendous opportunity for regulators to further these initiatives and use technology to improve personalization and supply-chain challenges to reduce healthcare costs. Where: Bold Stage When: 11:30 am to 12:10 pm, Tuesday, October 22 Speakers include: Brett Matthews, Chairman and CEO, Kate Farms, Inc. Michelle Kuppich, Executive Director, California Food is Medicine Coalition (moderator) Irene Liu, Co-founder and CEO, Chiyo Meghan David, Chief Commercial Officer / Chief Operations Officer, FarmboxRx Vanessa Rissetto, Co-founder and CEO, Culina Health The More You Know: Prevention Tech Bold innovators are quickly developing groundbreaking preventive diagnostic solutions such as whole body scans to detect brain aneurysms, blood tests to detect cancer, CAT scans to detect cardiovascular disease and retinal scans to detect dementia. These technologies, often leveraging AI for improved accuracy and efficiency, are emerging on the fringes of the traditional healthcare system due to the slow pace of reimbursement adoption for preventive measures. The home-testing market, currently valued at $5 billion annually and projected to nearly double by 2032, proves consumer interest in proactive health management is on the rise. These tests often blur the line between medicine and wellness, stirring debate about their efficacy and interpretation. As whole body MRI companies achieve economies of scale and data-driven prevention technologies advance, there’s potential for these innovations to become more accessible to the general population, potentially transforming the landscape of preventative healthcare for future generations. Where: Evergreen Stage When: 11:30 am to 12:10 pm, Tuesday October 22 Speakers include: Jody Tropeano Greene, Head of Content, HLTH (moderator) Emi Gal, CEO and Founder, Ezra Lindsay Hanson, CMO and Global Head of Behavioral Insurance, John Hancock Pelu Tran, Co-founder and CEO, Ferrum Health Monique Gary DO, Breast Surgical Oncologist, Chief Medical Officer, Bexa To register for HLTH 2024, click here.

LAS VEGAS--( BUSINESS WIRE )--Showcasing the growing importance of the connection between oral health and overall health, four industry-leading companies are premiering a first-of-its-kind Oral Health Pavilion at HLTH 2024. CareQuest Innovation Partners , Colgate-Palmolive Company , Henry Schein , and PDS Health are partnering to create an experience that spotlights innovation in clinical practice and the importance of preventive self-care. HLTH attendees will experience the dental practice of the future that includes critical components of medical-dental integration, illustrating how medical and dental professionals can collaborate to improve patient care. “Introducing the first Oral Health Pavilion at HLTH is a significant step toward integrating dental and medical care, which can enhance both health equity and patient outcomes,” said Denise Marks, chief financial officer and executive vice president at CareQuest Institute for Oral Health. “Addressing the gap in oral health innovation presents a crucial opportunity for health innovators to develop comprehensive solutions, making them more attractive to investors. We can drive meaningful progress in the health care industry by recognizing the proven link between oral health and overall health.” Research increasingly highlights the benefits of integrated care , showing that it can help reduce costs and improve patient outcomes. Ensuring oral health is part of that care is critical, as 90% of all systemic diseases have oral manifestations. The Oral Health Pavilion will take attendees through various stages of a patient’s oral health journey, which can include minimally invasive treatment options and simple at-home solutions. Health care professionals from multiple specialties can discover new ways to integrate oral health into general health care practices, improving overall patient wellness and care efficiency. Leaders from all organizations are looking forward to showcasing unique solutions that drive medical-dental integration and show the connection between oral health and overall health: “At Colgate-Palmolive, we are committed to our purpose as a caring, innovative growth company that is reimagining a healthier future for all,” said Dr. Maria E. Ryan, executive vice president and chief clinical officer, Colgate-Palmolive. “And with the Colgate brand in more homes than any other, we continue to inform consumers through educational programs about the importance of oral health to overall health and well-being. Improvements in oral health literacy can change knowledge, attitudes and oral health practices. We are thrilled to be part of HLTH’s first-ever Oral Health Pavilion, along with our partners, to lead the way in advancing oral health education, self-care, medical-dental integration and innovation.” “Henry Schein has long believed that integrated care models focusing on prevention and wellness are essential to improving population health, making care more accessible, and reducing health care expenses,” said Stanley M. Bergman, Chairman and CEO of Henry Schein. “To advance this vision, our existing oral health workforce is fully capable of performing regular screenings within the existing standard hygiene workflow — including blood pressure monitoring, basic point of care diagnostics, and vaccinations — and then helping patients to coordinate care with other members of the primary health care community. By reimagining the patient services offered during a dental visit, we can relieve access barriers and create a more efficient health care system.” “Integrating dental and medical care is essential to improving patient outcomes and reducing overall health care costs,” said Stephen E. Thorne IV, founder and CEO of PDS Health. “Too many people still lack access to essential dental services, despite the proven link between oral health and overall health. By bringing dentistry to the forefront of the health care conversation, we not only recognize oral health care providers as key members of the primary care team but also emphasize the importance of early detection of systemic diseases through regular dental visits. This approach helps break down barriers to access and makes comprehensive, integrated care a reality for everyone.” CareQuest Innovation Partners will also showcase innovative startups that participated in its SMILE Health accelerator , including the 2024 cohort: DentKits , DifferentKind , OraLiva , ThriveLink , Umayana , and Yumlish . Each company will provide an inside look at its innovation — from novel oral wound healing therapies and salivary diagnostics to AI-enabled bots for health service enrollment and at-home dentures — during a “Demo Day” event on Tuesday, October 22 at 1:30 p.m. on the startup stage. Representatives from the Oral Health Pavilion will also speak on industry panels, including: Say Ahh! Panel, Monday, October 21, 10:40 – 11:20 a.m., Bold Stage: Moderated by Dr. Myechia Minter-Jordan, senior advisor of the CareQuest Institute for Oral Health, industry partners Stephen Thorne, founder and CEO of PDS Health, and Dr. Maria E. Ryan, EVP and chief clinical officer of Colgate-Palmolive will join Sarah Chavarria, chief executive officer and president of Delta Dental of California to discuss the importance of a holistic approach to health care that includes oral health as a fundamental component. Here, There, Primary Care, Monday, October 21, 2:20 – 3 p.m., Rocket Stage: David Kochman, chief corporate affairs officer for Henry Schein, will join Colleen Lindholz, president, Kroger Health, Misha Palecek, chief transformation officer, DaVita, and Kameron Leigh Matthews, chief health officer at Cityblock Health to discuss current primary care concerns and potential solutions including AI, expanded roles for PAs and nurse practitioners, and integrated and innovative care models. Live demonstrations of the solutions that enhance the oral-medical integration will be held throughout HLTH in the Oral Health Pavilion . About CareQuest Innovation Partners CareQuest Innovation Partners® validates and scales transformative solutions to improve overall health through oral health. Together, with our ecosystem of leading industry partners, startups, and investors we make health care more accessible, equitable, and integrated. Joined by the shared mission to improve the oral health of all, CareQuest Innovation Partners is the for-profit subsidiary of CareQuest Institute. To learn more, visit carequestinnovation.com and follow us on Twitter and LinkedIn . About Colgate-Palmolive Company Colgate-Palmolive Company is a caring, innovative growth company that is reimagining a healthier future for all people, their pets and our planet. Focused on Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care and Pet Nutrition, we sell our products in more than 200 countries and territories under brands such as Colgate, Palmolive, elmex, hello, meridol, Sorriso, Tom’s of Maine, EltaMD, Filorga, Irish Spring, Lady Speed Stick, PCA SKIN, Protex, Sanex, Softsoap, Speed Stick, Ajax, Axion, Fabuloso, Murphy, Soupline and Suavitel, as well as Hill’s Science Diet and Hill’s Prescription Diet. We are recognized for our leadership and innovation in promoting sustainability and community wellbeing, including our achievements in decreasing plastic waste and promoting recyclability, saving water, conserving natural resources and improving children’s oral health through the Colgate Bright Smiles, Bright Futures program, which has reached approximately 1.7 billion children and their families since 1991. For more information about Colgate’s global business and how we are building a future to smile about, visit www.colgatepalmolive.com . About Henry Schein, Inc. Henry Schein, Inc. (Nasdaq: HSIC) is a solutions company for health care professionals powered by a network of people and technology. With more than 25,000 Team Schein Members worldwide, the Company's network of trusted advisors provides more than 1 million customers globally with more than 300 valued solutions that help improve operational success and clinical outcomes. Our Business, Clinical, Technology, and Supply Chain solutions help office-based dental and medical practitioners work more efficiently so they can provide quality care more effectively. These solutions also support dental laboratories , government and institutional health care clinics , as well as other alternate care sites. Henry Schein operates through a centralized and automated distribution network, with a selection of more than 300,000 branded products and Henry Schein corporate brand products in our distribution centers. A FORTUNE 500 Company and a member of the S&P 500® index, Henry Schein is headquartered in Melville, N.Y., and has operations or affiliates in 33 countries and territories. The Company's sales reached $12.3 billion in 2023, and have grown at a compound annual rate of approximately 11.5 percent since Henry Schein became a public company in 1995. For more information, visit Henry Schein at www.henryschein.com , Facebook.com/HenrySchein , Instagram.com/HenrySchein , and @HenrySchein on X . About PDS Health PDS Health TM continues the journey started by Pacific Dental Services® in 1994, with a vision to redefine health care through the integration of dental and medical services. Its approach, centered on the connection between oral health and overall health, aims to create healthier, happier patients and set new benchmarks in the healthcare industry. As a leading provider of integrated healthcare support, the company delivers a broad spectrum of services to dental, dental specialties, and medical providers, enhancing operations and care delivery for clinicians across the U.S. For more information about PDS Health and its vision, visit pdshealth.com .

The video series was created during SOCS’ annual Media Day earlier this year and expands SOCS’ existing library of expert-starring educational videos. Even more clips will be added to the series throughout this year, according to the organization, and all are designed to help educate doctors, patients and the general public. The Skin of Color Society (SOCS) has begun rolling out a new series of videos tackling misconceptions around and nuances in how skin diseases and conditions affect people with darker skin tones. The educational clips released so far are grouped under two headings: “Ask the Expert” and “MelanatED,” the latter of which was first introduced last year, according to the organization’s announcement unveiling the initiative Monday. All feature board-certified dermatologists from the SOCS leadership team breaking down the impacts of conditions like psoriasis, seborrheic dermatitis and acne on skin of color. Additional videos offer information about hairstyles that can protect the scalp, as well as sunscreen use, skincare routines and “a fresh look at aging,” plus a segment warning against the misinformation about skincare that abounds on social media. The video series was created during SOCS’ annual Media Day earlier this year and expands SOCS’ existing library of expert-starring educational videos. Even more clips will be added to the series throughout this year, according to the organization, and all are designed to help educate doctors, patients and the general public. As with last year’s batch of educational clips, the newest videos are sponsored by a handful of skincare developers spanning both the pharmaceutical and consumer product spaces. This year’s sponsors include Johnson & Johnson and Arcutis Biotherapeutics, both of which also backed the 2023 series, in the former category, joined by Clinique, EltaMD and Procter & Gamble in the latter. The sponsorship re-up comes as J&J continues to ramp up its health equity efforts and shortly after the Big Pharma unveiled study data showing that its psoriasis drug Tremfya is safe and effective across all skin tones. Meanwhile, Arcutis recently launched a new educational campaign of its own around seborrheic dermatitis, the materials for which include information specifically about how the disease can present in darker skin tones and testimonials from patients of color.