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CDC: Vaccinations are 'Vital' to the Health of Children, Adolescents
Despite their effectiveness, vaccinations and influenza antiviral drugs are still underutilized among children and adolescents, a new report states.
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SuperValu Gets Nod to Accept E-scripts for Opioids
Walgreens Teams Up with HHS, CDC, and CMS to Launch Million Hearts Initiative
Study Highlights Emerging Role of Pharmacists in Patient Care
A new study highlights the key role pharmacists play in improving the management of cardiovascular risk factors in outpatients.
Filling in the Gaps in Chronic Pain Management
From the limited time allotted to make to assessment to the varying degree of pain in different patients, chronic pain management presents several challenges.
Guidelines Support Vaccines to Prevent Pneumonia in Children
New guidelines from IDSA and PIDS aim to provide a roadmap to the most scientifically valid diagnosis and treatment recommendations for pneumonia in children.
Increased Body Mass Linked to Back Pain
A new study looks at how back pain is related to more detailed measures of body fat, including specific patterns of fat and lean mass distribution.
CVS/pharmacy Campaign Raises $4.3 Million for ALS Research
Slow Wave Sleep Can Predict Hypertension Risk
Study shows that poor quality sleep puts individuals at significantly increased risk of developing high blood pressure.
Physicians Pledge to Stop Prescribing Opioids
A West Virginia-based oncologist has pledged to stop prescribing addictive compounds, and is urging others to do the same.
For Better Overall Health, Hold the Soda
Two new studies find that cutting down on sugary drinks--and sugar in general--can significantly improve overall health.
Community Pharmacy Leaders Recognized at NACDS Conference
Pharmacist-Led Anticoagulation Service Improves Care Coordination
Use of metrics to assess care coordination in patients taking warfarin yielded promising results that may be applicable to other medication regimens.
Bartell Drugs COO Receives Harold W. Pratt Award at NACDS
Google Agrees to Pay $500M in Online Ad Settlement
NACDS applauds US Department of Justices' decision to fine Google for accepting ads from fradulent Canadian pharmacies.
Study Examines Link between Migraine and Lupus
Contrary to popular belief, headaches--and especially migraines--are not a manifestation of lupus, a new study finds.
Achieving Physical Activity Goals Benefits RA Patients
Findings from a new study show that success in reaching physical goals is associated with reduced arthritis pain and increased quality of life.
FDA Initiative Focuses on Safe Use of Acetaminophen
A new white paper offers suggestions on how to make it easier for patients to safely and effectively use medicines containing acetaminophen.
IOM Report: Vaccines Are Largely Safe
A federal panel has concluded that vaccines cause very few side effects, and found no evidence that they cause autism or type 1 diabetes.
Family Health Network, Kerr Team Up to Improve Medication Adherence
Publix Offers Free Generic Lisinopril
Cutting down on sugary drinks--and sugar in general--can lead to fewer calories consumed and decreased risk factors for heart disease.
CVS/pharmacy Launches Safe Medication Disposal Program
Patients Struggle to Continue Taking Meds after Hospital Discharge
A new study says better communication is needed to ensure that chronic disease patients continue taking meds after hospital discharge.
Curbing Prescription Opioid Abuse Is a Group Effort
An initiative led by Group Health is focused on developing care plans for chronic care patients that involve all members of the care team.
Migraine Treatment Gets Cleared for NDA
Phase 2 study shows that lasmiditan may offer a rapid speed of onset and pain relief for migraine patients without cardiovascular side effects.
Cosby Appointed President of CVS/pharmacy
Nasal Sprays, Injections Both Provide Flu Protection for Toddlers
A new study finds that different types of flu vaccines can provide adequate protection against matching seasonal flu strains in young children.
NCPA Initiative Aims to Improve Medication Adherence
Simplify My Meds features monthly personalized patient consultations that can facilitate improved communication and reduce the potential for gaps in therapy.
New Guidelines Aim to Prevent Heat Illness in Young Athletes
Young athletes and coaches are urged to use common sense and appropriate measures when practicing or playing on hot, humid days.