Health economics experts

Huntington disease (HD) is a rare, inherited neurodegenerative disorder that progressively affects motor skills, cognition, and behaviour. Currently, there is no cure for HD. Existing treatments can alleviate movement disorders and help manage psychiatric symptoms. However, these treatments do not halt disease progression.

Over the past 30 years, antiretroviral therapy (ART) has transformed HIV into a manageable condition, drastically reducing mortality where access is available. Yet, the disease remains a significant challenge, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. Excitingly, curative therapies (CTx) might be within reach in the next 10-20 years. But addressing challenges related to pricing and financing will be essential for ensuring global access. To address these, we need to understand the economic value of CTx and develop a decision-analytic model to estimate long-term costs, health outcomes, and a value-based price for each country.

SLE can be relentless. An inflammatory autoimmune disease that affects multiple systems within the body. It challenges patients across ethnicities, leaving them grappling with symptoms that disrupt their lives. While SLE predominantly affects black women, it also impacts Asian and Caucasian women. Unfortunately, there’s no magic cure. Instead, treatment focuses on symptom management. But what about the quality of life (QoL) of these patients? How does SLE affect their daily experiences, work, and overall well-being?