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Patient Safety and the Role of a Specialty Pharmacist in a Health SystemDue to the high-touch, high-risk nature of specialty medications, specialty pharmacies must incorporate robust programs to ensure proper medication usage and minimize the potential for error or adverse events.
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Molnupiravir: What We Know So Far About Oral Antiviral COVID-19 TreatmentMolnupiravir (Lagevrio) is a potent ribonucleoside analog that blocks SARS-CoV-2 replication by acting as a competitive substrate of virally-encoded RNA-dependent RNA polymerase.
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Bringing a Culture of Belonging to PharmacyLeaders must fully understand the benefits of diversity and create an environment in which it thrives to cultivate and inspire the next generation of inclusive leaders.
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Replacing Brand-Name Cardiovascular Drugs Could Save Patients MoneyNew analysis shows the substitution would cut costs by $600 million in the United States annually.
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Managing AEs With BTK Inhibitors in CLLLisa Nodzon, PhD, ARNP, AOCNP; Katie Tobon, PharmD, BCOP; and Javier Pinilla-Ibarz, MD, PhD, share insight on strategies for the monitoring and management of BTK inhibitor–associated toxicities in CLL and review the importance of a multidisciplinary approach to treatment.
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Breaking the Bank: Financial Toxicity in Cancer CareThe increasing economic burden of treatment may impact patient outcomes.
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Professional Liability Insurance Offers Peace of MindAs job duties continue to change, having coverage protects against alleged errors or omissions.
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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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Review of the 2022 ACCE Guidelines for Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver DiseaseThe most common cause of death for patients with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease is cardiovascular disease, but it also increases the risk of hepatocellular carcinoma and may surpass hepatitis B and C as the leading cause of this cancer.
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The Role of Behavioral Economics in Addressing COVID-19 Vaccine HesitancyWell-designed incentives and education can help address COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy and bolster vaccination rates.
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The Rise of Health System Specialty Pharmacy Remote Call Centers: Out of Office…For Good?Remote work has been a growing trend across many different areas of pharmacy.
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Management of Diabetes During RamadanIt is imperative for health care professionals, especially pharmacists, to be well-informed regarding the physiological impact of Ramadan on diabetes.
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Tramadol: A Missed Opportunity for the Treatment of DepressionEvidence indicates that low-dose tramadol is a generally safe, effective, and fast-acting antidepressant for a substantial number of individuals suffering from depression.
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Treating COVID-19 in the Pediatric PopulationAn overview of current theses and research surrounding the pathogenesis, presentation, and treatment of COVID-19 in children.
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What Is the Point of Point-of-Care Testing?These diagnostic tests play critical role in chronic disease management, early interventions, and emergency situations.
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Hindsight Is 20/20: Two Final-Year Student Pharmacists Reflect on Their ExperiencesPharmacy school is about more than academics—it's also a time to build relationships and explore opportunities.
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Pharmacists Play Role in Pharmacogenomics Clinical ServicesThey should consider many factors and use clear guidance on predicting phenotypes from genotypes to intervene optimally based on specific drug-gene interactions.
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February Marks American Heart MonthPharmacists can heighten awareness about cardiovascular health and promote heart-healthy lifestyles.
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How Pharmacy Curricula Should Adjust to Abortion LegislatureCurricula should require comprehensive training for providing contraceptive care, helping students perform duties confidently and competently.
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Evaluate 503B Facilities for Outsourced CompoundsComplete due diligence before selecting a compounding pharmacy and establishing an outsourcing relationship.
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Why Choose a Career in Community Pharmacy?It’s imperative to redefine the future of pharmacy to help ensure a robust pipeline of future pharmacists and create a culture that helps ensure pharmacists live their purpose and passion.
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Can We Do More for Topical Therapy in Pediatric Atopic Dermatitis?It's key for clinicians to optimize therapy prior to systemic agents.
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Clinical Outcomes of Oral Anticancer Regimens in NSCLC Patients Managed in an Integrated Health-System Specialty Pharmacy ProgramPharmacist interactions provide significant benefits for patients with non-small cell lung cancer treated with oral oncolytics.
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Experiential Education Paves the Way for the Future of Pharmacy CurriculaInnovative experiential learning can provide students with skills necessary to launch successful careers, keeping the pharmacy profession trusted by patients.
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A Review of Treatment Options, Guidelines for Heart Failure With Preserved Ejection FractionWith the release of the 2022 AHA/ACC Guidelines for the Management of Heart Failure, patients with HFpEF now have a wider range of treatment options.
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Wellness is the Future of Pharmacy But is the Profession Prepared?Currently, no national pharmacy organization has defined wellness in the pharmacy profession, which is needed so that others have a sense of guidance around wellness within the profession.
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Clinical Overview: Steps to Implementation of Rebyota for Recurrent C difficile InfectionRebyota is a live biotherapeutic product that is unfamiliar to many pharmacists and other health care providers with different steps in the eventual administration process.
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Tip of the Week: An Implementation Framework Is Key to Launching MTM ServiceEvidence suggests that there are many barriers to the proper implementation of MTM services, including time constraints and lack of staff support.
