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The European Medicines Agency: A Modern Robin Hood?Many studies with a stated goal of advancing child health care in administratively-defined minors have no clinical value and may even harm young patients.
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The Psychological Impact of GLP-1 Receptor Agonists: An Ongoing InvestigationCase reports have shown a potential association with adverse psychological effects.
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340B Assists Patients and InstitutionsHow much does this federal program affect the success of the health care parties involved?
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How the Corporate World, Government Worked Together to Deliver a Solution to the COVID-19 PandemicThe alliance between pharmaceutical partners and government organizations signals the possibilities of shared resources in meeting global crises.
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2023 Federal Legislation Is Having an Impact on Oncology Practices and PatientsThe CMS FAQ ruling is resulting in barriers to care for patients.
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A Guide to Administering Influenza Vaccines in Special Populations: Focus on Patients Who Are ImmunocompromisedExpanding pharmacist–patient care services to include vaccine promotion and administration within ambulatory clinics is an example of the expanding role of pharmacists and their contribution to primary care practice.
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A Rare Specialty Pharmacy’s Quick Response to Customized Patient Education Using QR CodesQR codes are currently used in various health care settings, such as in hospitals for patient verification, but more recently for health care-related education.
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Telehealth Proves of Great Value During COVID-19But state-to-state communications and inconsistencies related to licensing present legal issues.
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AI in Biomedical Research Is Revolutionizing Drug Development, Clinical InnovationAI is expected to significantly quicken the pace of drug design and development, while improving the success rate of new medicines.
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Planning for the New Year in Specialty Pharmacy: Tips to Help Patients Get Hassle-Free RefillsIn specialty pharmacy, many patients take steps to manage their prescription benefits before the new year.
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The Impact of USP 797, USP 800 on Compounding PharmaciesUSP 800 was a necessary step to maximize safety, but it also recommended many institutions reevaluate their facilities, equipment, processes, and staffing capacity, potentially costing millions of dollars.
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Equal but Not the Same—2021 Update on Influenza VaccinesAs COVID-19 vaccination efforts continue, it is more important than ever for pharmacists to be equipped with the knowledge and resources to bust the myths surrounding vaccinations, particularly in preparation for the upcoming influenza season, which is expected to occur from October 2021 to May 2022.
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Global Patient Registries Can Advance Opportunities for Rare Disease ResearchCollaboration and knowledge sharing amongst rare disease researchers can be difficult, as these researchers are often spread out throughout the world.
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Research Examines Disparities in Mental Health Care for Some Gender IdentitiesOne significant difference was an increased rate of bupropion prescriptions for transgender females.
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Empower Prospective Pharmacists through Children’s BooksThis short story, illustrated by Roth, portrays pharmacists in a variety of settings and was written with the intent to introduce the career in a fun and understandable way for children and inspire kids to pursue their dreams.
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Fecal Microbiota Transplantation Could Be the Answer to the Global Threat of Antimicrobial ResistanceScientists hypothesize that fecal microbiota transplant restores the recipient’s gut microbiota to an environment that mimics the healthy donor’s microbiota
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Navigating the Changing Tides of PBM Audits: A Forecast and Strategy for Independent PharmaciesBy understanding the nuances of PBM audit strategies, pharmacies can implement proactive measures to mitigate risks of recoupment, payment suspensions, and, in severe cases, network termination.
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Oncology Overview: Idelalisib in Blood CancersApproved indications for idelalisib include relapsed chronic lymphocytic leukemia, small lymphocytic lymphoma, and follicular B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
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Pharmacy Technicians Are Vital to Long-term Vaccination ExpansionAs the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency and PREP Act Expansions end, the ability of technicians to immunize patients in the future remains unclear.
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Study: Guillain-Barré Five Times More Likely in Unvaccinated COVID-19-Positive Patients Than Vaccinated PatientsPatients can sometimes develop Guillain-Barre syndrome after having a recent respiratory illness or digestive tract infection and, in rare cases, after receiving certain vaccines.
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Minnesota Fights Back Against Rising Insulin CostsAlec Smith Insulin Affordability Act provides citizens with a long-term solution to diabetes expenditures.
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Help Optimize Care for Orphan, Rare Lung Diseases Amid COVID-19 PandemicThe value of a patient-first approach and telehealth for addressing the complex health coordination needs of those with these pulmonary conditions has never been more critical.
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Drug Sequestration in the Management of Patients with Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation SupportDosing recommendations for patients requiring ECMO support are unlikely to be supported by high-quality evidence, but are usually extrapolated from the physicochemical characteristics of individual drugs in conjunction with data from pharmacokinetic studies and case reports.
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Tips to Finding Balance: Being a Well-Rounded Student PharmacistFrom countless hours of studying to participating in pharmacy organizations to volunteering in the community, it’s no surprise that student pharmacists often struggle to find balance as a well-rounded student.
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Community Pharmacists Can Help Monitor, Manage Cardiometabolic Parameters in SchizophreniaHealth care professionals providing care to patients using second-generation antipsychotics could benefit from incorporating community pharmacists as members of their team.
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New Curricular Framework Aims to Prepare, Inspire the Next Generation of Community Pharmacy LeadersThe framework includes 6 domains designed to immediately empower students in community pharmacies.
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How Precision Dosing Technology Helps Prevent Adverse EventsPrecision dosing technology uses multiple patient-specific factors to individualize medication doses, helping clinicians reduce medication errors that lead to adverse events.
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The Role of Daridorexant in the Treatment of InsomniaAlthough pharmacotherapy is considered for the treatment of insomnia, medication should not be the sole treatment for individuals diagnosed with insomnia.
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Challenges and Opportunities for Pharmacists in Clinical ResearchAlthough the number of clinical trials has quadrupled, the number of FDA approvals remains stable over a 10-year period, highlighting workforce challenges in clinical research.
