Kate H. Gamble, Senior Editor

From a mega-pharmacy benefit merger to pharmacy robberies to a blockbuster drug going off patent, 2011 was a landmark year for the field of pharmacy.

Chronic pain suffered by one spouse can affect marital communication and influence the partner's ability to cope with pain, a new study suggests.

Although the number of Americans who have trouble purchasing drugs remained steady during the past 3 years, it is still much higher than it was in 2003.

Findings could represent a significant step in the development of new ways for health care professionals to detect the debilitating disease.

New data suggest that providing oxygen therapy to elderly women with sleep apnea may reduce the chances of cognitively impairment.

New findings indicate that intertwined diseases may both contribute to cognitive decline in Parkinson's disease.

New research indicates that patients with type 2 diabetes who have depression are significantly more like to develop dementia.

Although further study is warranted, new research indicates that OTC pain medications should be avoided during the first trimester of pregnancy.

From taking antihistamines before leaving the house to avoiding fireplaces, experts offer tips to ensure that allergies and asthma don't ruin the holidays.

New data indicate that statins may be able to complement immunization and antiviral drugs in reducing mortality in patients hospitalize with the flu.

The keys to managing anxiety during the holiday season include tempering expectations, simplifying tasks, and setting aside time for self-care.

A new Gallup poll finds that the majority of Americans rate the honesty and ethical standards of pharmacists very highly.

New regimen has the potential to be a game-changer for the treatment of TB by significantly reducing the course of treatment.

The paper looks at how MTM has developed and proposes ideas for future positioning and integrating of programs in the US health care system.

Proposed bill would crack down on market distributors who seek to profit off shortages of cancer and heart medications.

Changes mean pharmacists are no longer are required to enroll in educational programs before dispensing the drugs to patients.

Proposed bill would crack down on market distributors who seek to profit off shortages of cancer and heart medications.

A new study suggests that chronic pain patients may experience greater relief if cannabinoids are added to their treatment regimen.

Kathleen Jaeger talks about how community pharmacy can help improve patient health, and the role pharmacy should play in evolving care paradigms.

New study may shed light on whether there are similarities in the cause of migraine and post-traumatic headache, and how this may impact treatment.

Pharmacy students and recent graduates are having difficulty finding a job or residency and are worried about the job market.

National Influenza Vaccination Week provides a key opportunity to education patients about the benefits of getting vaccinated against influenza.

Data presented at the ASHP midyear meeting demonstrate that opioid-related adverse events place a significant economic burden on hospitals.

Study examining the concomitant use of antipsychotic drugs among youth in foster care calls for better oversight of these medications in youths.

Thirty years after the AIDS virus was first reported, significant advances in therapy have been made. But there are still too many who aren't being treated.

The Obama administration has nominated former nurse and hospital executive Marilyn Tavenner to take over Donald Berwick's CMS post

New recommendations include a booster dose to protect adolescents when they are most vulnerable to the disease.

A new study suggests that migraine sufferers are more likely to experience depression, and individuals with depression are more likely to have migraines.

Although pharmacist interventions didn't reduce hospitalizations or death rates, they did result in more patients getting the recommended medications.

Individuals looking to save a few bucks by purchasing drugs online are putting themselves in serious danger, according to the NABP.