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Virtual Cardiovascular Rehabilitation Just as Effective as In Person
The COVID-19 pandemic has forced many cardiovascular rehabilitation programs to go virtual.
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How New Graduates Can Break Into Specialty Pharmacy
A discussion at the NASP 2020 meeting looks at how pharmacy graduates can get a start in the specialty field.
New Behavioral Therapy Can Help Improve Insomnia
Not only did cognitive behavioral therapy help insomnia, it also improved symptoms of depression and anxiety.
Study: Statins May Cause Myalgia in Some Patients
Statin use in certain patients may lead to increased muscle pain so severe it can affect adherence.
COVID-19 Antibodies Last Longer Than Previously Thought
A new study suggests that COVID-19 antibodies remain in the body for up to 5 months.
Ultrapotent COVID-19 Vaccine in Clinical Development
Novel COVID-19 vaccine uses nanoparticles instead of targeting the spike protein.
Study Suggests Coronavirus Disease is Mutating
While most COVID-19 mutations do not affect disease severity, some may have made it more contagious.
New Radiation Therapy May Bypass Adverse Effects of Cancer Treatment
A new device that delivers doses in tenths of a second rather than minutes may bypass adverse effects associated with traditional cancer radiation therapy.
Nearly 17% of Recovered COVID-19 Patients Still Test Positive for The Virus
Questions remain whether recovered COVID-19 patients who test positive are still contagious.
Older Adults Frequently Prescribed Inappropriate Medication
Inappropriately prescribed medications can increase the risk of serious adverse effects and increase the cost of care.
New Blood Test Detects Pancreatic Cancer
A new blood test can help determine cancer type and whether it will respond to chemotherapy.
Pharmacy Technician Jobs Expected to Increase 7% Over Next Decade
Boost in jobs is likely to outpace average job growth nationally.
Trial to Determine Efficacy of Paclitaxel Combo in Breast Cancer Treatment
Study to evaluate paclitaxel plus encequidar with dostarlimab +/- carboplatin in patients with breast cancer.
Study: Poverty Affects Stem Cell Transplant Survival Rate in Children With Cancer
Data show that children with cancer who are experiencing neighborhood poverty and rely on public health insurance have an increased risk of death with stem cell treatment.
N-acetylglucosamine May Promote Myelin Repair in Multiple Sclerosis
Simple sugar found in breast milk and dietary supplements may promote myelin repair in patients with multiple sclerosis.
New Molecules Have Potential to Fight Vancomycin-Resistant Enterococcus
The new molecules are repurposed form a drug that’s been used for over 80 years.
Nursing Home Residents With Cognitive Impairment More Likely to be Hospitalized
Nursing home residents who are transferred to the emergency department potentially face long-term health consequences.
Students Use Telehealth Technology to Improve Medication Adherence
The University of Tennessee College of Pharmacy has partnered with AdhereHealth to help low-income and other at-risk groups properly take their medications for chronic illness during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Study: Vitamin D Deficiency Common in COVID-19 Patients
A new study suggests that more than 80% of COVID-19 patients could be vitamin D deficient.
T-Cells May Protect Vulnerable Patients From COVID-19
T-cells may offer immunity from COVID-19 and may be a more effective prevention option than a vaccine for patients with certain underlying conditions.
How a Pharmacist is Keeping Halloween, Fun, Safe, and Delicious
This $15 hack can help keep make trick-or-treating safe during Halloween.
COVID-19 Death Rates are Falling
A new study found that the COVID-19 death rate in New York has dropped significantly since March.
Gut Bacteria Linked to Weight Gain Following Chemotherapy
Approximately 30% of women gain weight following chemotherapy for breast cancer, gut bacteria may be why.
FDA Approves Invermectin Lotion for Head Lice
Invermectin 0.5% is a topical lotion available OTC to treat head lice.
New Drug That Selectively Targets Blood Cancer Cells is Set for Human Trials
The drug, PCLX-001, is expected to have minimal adverse effects in treatment of patients with blood cancers.
Immunoglobulin Effective in Treating Myasthenia Gravis
Both intravenous immunoglobulin and subcutaneous immunoglobulin are effective in treating myasthenia gravis.
Study: Lipid-Lowering Medication Improves Cancer Mortality
Lipid-lowering medication may be an effective adjuvant cancer therapy.
Study: Sitting Isn’t All Bad for Older Adults
A new study found a combination of physical activity and cognition-boosting tasks, such as reading a book, is the best way to preserve brain health.
National Drug Take Back Day Offers Safe Collection of Unused Medications
Last year’s Take Back Day collected 441.5 tons of prescription drugs.
Intranasal Anti-Inflammatory Drug Can Help Slow Multiple Sclerosis Disease Progression
VX-765, a novel multiple sclerosis drug, works by inhibiting a component of inflammasomes that promotes harmful inflammation.