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HHS Names 8 New Carcinogens to Avoid
Ingredients in styrofoam, herbal supplements, and other consumer goods were among the agents added to the US government's list of potential cancer risks.
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Sticking to a Statin Regimen Pays Off
Patients who take statins as prescribed save health care dollars and have fewer life-threatening complications than nonadherent patients.
Preventing Preterm Births with a Flu Shot
Vaccination lowered pregnant women's risk of delivering premature and low-birth weight babies.
Errors Lurk in Switch to E-Prescribing
Transitioning to more advanced e-prescribing systems could lead to a rise in drug errors that threaten patient safety.
"Polypill" Shows Promise for Heart Patients
A combination pill containing 4 different drugs may benefit patients who are at high risk for cardiovascular disease.
3 Steps to Better Medication Management
Information, motivation, and strategy are top priorities for adherence counseling, according to a new study.
Medicare Funds to Run Out by 2024
One of the recession's biggest casualties could be the trust fund supporting inpatient care for Medicare beneficiaries.
The trust fund supporting inpatient care for Medicare beneficiaries could be one of the recession's biggest casualties.
Helping Heart Patients Streamline Drug Routines
Working with patients and prescribers to consolidate prescription routines and centralize pharmacy services may boost adherence to cardiovascular medications.
Top 100 Worst Cities for Spring Allergies
The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America released its annual list of the 100 most challenging cities to live with spring allergies.
Infants at Risk for Opioid Dosing Errors
Pharmacists must be vigilant against dosing errors when filling painkiller prescriptions for very young children.
OTC Status Increased Use of "Morning After" Pill
Plan B's Rx-to-OTC switch more than doubled sales of the emergency contraceptive, but use remains relatively low.
Preventing Drug Interactions Starts With Prescribers
The risk of drug-drug interactions involving clopidogrel may be reduced by warning letters sent to physicians.
Erectile Drugs May Get Flashy Makeover
Unique formulations and packaging could be on the horizon as drug makers compete with top-selling brands and impending generics.
New PharmacyTimes.com Goes Live
Pharmacy Times launched a new site that's both an educational resource and meeting place for busy pharmacists.
FDA Warns Against Repackaging Anticoagulant
Pharmacists should take careful note of handling guidelines for Boehringer Ingelheim's new blood thinner Pradaxa.
Quick Treatment Critical for Kids With Pneumonia
Even minor treatment delays can prolong hospitalization for pediatric patients with bacterial pneumonia.
Drug Shortages Hurt Hospitals, Undermine Care
Faced with unprecedented drug shortages, many providers are paying sky-high prices for substitute drugs
$4 Generics Could Save Billions in Health Spending
FDA Warns of Fake "Anti-Radiation" Pills
Honoring Pharmacy's Patient Care Champions
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Get Connected and Hired: Your Guide to Professional Social Networking
Lean to groom your online presence, build your network, and manage privacy controls with this guide to the dos and don'ts of social media.