But people banking on the freebies need to think again, according to a new study that shows patients who get samples end up with significantly higher out-of-pocket costs than those who don’t. On average, patients who got free prescription samples spent nearly 40 percent more for medication during the six months they received samples, and nearly 20 percent more in the six months afterward, than those who didn’t, according to University of Chicago researchers....
The Ducks want that reputation as much as they want the Cup. In Game 7 of their second-round series Friday night, they're on the perfect stage to supplant their rivals and to demonstrate they're a title contender, not just a regular-season power. "We knew what kind of team they were," Ducks forward Andrew Cogliano said. "We knew things weren't going to be easy, and they weren't going to be quick....
Freshman Justise Winslow was the hero of the night for Duke, scoring 21 points and grabbing 10 rebounds. Playing at home one day after his 19th birthday, Winslow became the third Duke freshman with a 20-point, 10-rebound NCAA Tournament game in the program’s history, joining Elton and Gene Brand. MORE: Gonzaga advances | Big man powers Zags | PHOTOS: Sweet 16 gallery “Points are important, but points at critical times are worth a lot more,” Duke coach Mike Krzyzewski told CBS after the game....
It was. Winger Pascal Dupuis has a blood clot in his lung and will miss at least six months. Dupuis, 35, missed most of last season with a torn ACL. He was a favored linemate of Sidney Crosby and had 11 points in 16 games before leaving practice earlier this week with chest pains. The clot started in Dupuis’ lung, said Dr. Dharmesh Vyas, the Penguins’ team physician. Dupuis also dealt with a clot during his knee rehab....
Diamond, best known for his role as Samuel “Screech” Powers on the 1990s sitcom Saved By the Bell, was battling stage 4 small cell carcinoma—a type of lung cancer. In a statement to Newsweek, Diamond’s rep confirmed that the actor had only learned about his diagnosis three weeks before his death. “We are saddened to confirm of Dustin Diamond’s passing on Monday, February 1st, 2021 due to carcinoma. He was diagnosed with this brutal, relentless form of malignant cancer only three weeks ago....
But if your favorite player is among the dozen leaders after 18 holes at St. Andrews, find a way to sneak a peek at work. Leader Dustin Johnson and leading challenger Jordan Spieth will arrive at the first tee at a more reasonable time. MORE: First-round images from St. Andrews | Watson, Woods and spirit of 76 | Johnson’s lead With five hours’ difference between the east coast of Scotland and the Eastern time zone in the United States, play begins at 1:32 a....
It started with violations of the NFL’s COVID-19 protocols resulting in a $40,000 fine. After that, the Washington Football Team stripped the second-year quarterback of his team captaincy. To cap it all off, Haskins was brutal in Week 16 against the Panthers before being benched for Taylor Heinicke. MORE: Dwayne Haskins stripped of captaincy after supposed strip club visit Haskins reportedly attended a strip club without a mask on early in the week....
The Rock is bringing the conflicted DC comic book character to the big screen for the first time. During an appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Johnson spoke at length about the movie, the character, the cameos and the post-credit scene. Post-credit scenes have taken on increased significance over the years, mainly thanks to the Marvel movies, and Johnson confirmed Black Adam would feature a game-changing one....
The Rockets center is helping organize a blood drive through his charity, the D12 Foundation, in honor of Sager, who is battling acute myeloid leukemia. MORE: Other coaches and athletes battling cancer “I know a lot of people deal with a lot of different types of cancers and leukemia,” Howard said, via the Houston Chronicle. “Craig is a close friend of mine, my family. He’s part of the NBA family....
“That’s a big step,” Howard said after being informed of the injury report change, per the Houston Chronicle. “I haven’t circled a day, but hopefully the next couple games I’ll be back.” MORE: Doc Rivers uncertain on Crawford return | Blazers’ Aldridge aggravates hand injury | Curry’s circus shot Howard was expected to miss six to eight weeks after receiving a bone marrow aspirate injection in his right knee in February....
The photographer captured his wholesome reaction, and the NBA star even posed for a picture with the newly engaged couple. “When @dwyanewade happens to be taking a sunset stroll on the beach and walks by mid-proposal,” Ryan Basch captioned the Instagram post, which received over 48,000 Likes. A post shared by Ryan Basch (@ryanbasch) on Oct 14, 2020 at 4:48pm PDT Wade also shared the pictures on his Instagram story, writing that “It was so dope to witness you guys love!...
The 12-time All-Star remains an unrestricted free agent, but he has made it clear he will only wear a Heat uniform if he does choose to play this season. As Wade floats in this middle ground, rumors and speculation about his status continue to emerge. The latest reports on Tuesday and Wednesday put Wade both back on the Heat and closer to retirement. Oh, and then there was the member of the Heat organization who had no idea if Wade had actually re-signed with the team....
After playoff heartbreak at the hands of San Lorenzo, a new challenge beckoned for the diminutive teenager. Sicilian side Palermo came knocking, and he crossed the Atlantic Ocean to play in Serie A with just one year of professional football under his belt. Bauza ready for Messi-less challenge But once again he did not falter, even under the pressure of being tagged the “new Sergio Aguero” by the ever-exuberant Maurizio Zamperini....
The 46-year-old has reportedly been one of the Merseyside club’s top candidates to take over from Ronald Koeman, who was sacked last month. Toffees 21/10 to win at Palace It has been claimed in recent days that Everton have been knocked back in their pursuit of Watford boss Marco Silva, prompting renewed suggestions they could make an offer to Dyche. However, the former defender insists his focus is entirely on Burnley and not the prospect of a move to Goodison Park....
According to NPD Bookscan, James’ first book in the eponymous trilogy sold 15.2 million copies between 2010 and 2019. Her follow up novels, Fifty Shades Darker and 50 Shades Freed trail closely behind, rounding out the top three bestselling books of the decade. Collectively, nearly 35 million of the books have been sold in the U.S. (Fifty Shades Darker and Fifty Shades Freed sold 10.4 million and 9.3 million copies respectively), reported Publishers Weekly–while NBC News noted that they appeared to have gained a substantial boost in popularity with each movie adaptation....
In the Chicago Bulls’ loss to the Washington Wizards, Rose poured in a game-high 32 points and knocked down six 3-pointers. The bulk of his scoring came in the opening quarter, punctuated by a half-court shot before the buzzer. MORE: MJ vs. Kobe | Hairston has flop for the ages | Lopez to Miami? Not only did Rose shoot it like a regular jump shot, he used a nifty step-back to create space from John Wall....
That was a talking point coming into the year, but with Derrick Rose's injury that became even more of an issue, according to K.C. Johnson of the Chicago Tribune. Rose, who had just started the comeback from a left ACL injury, suffered a torn medial meniscus in his right knee. If Rose misses the remainder of the season, his absence could serve as incentive for the Bulls to trade Deng sooner, Johnson reports....
Hernandez, one of several officers assigned to the Rose case, according to L.A. police, died Wednesday from a single gunshot wound to the chest at her Whittier, Calif., home, Whittier police said. The 19-year LAPD veteran was 44. MORE: When dirty incidents, jerks give sports a bad name “At this point there is no indication that her case work had any connection to her death,” the LAPD said in a statement (via the Los Angeles Times)....
