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The measures will also affect workers across all areas of the hospital, including dietitians, information technology, nurses, and physicians. 

New CMS Rules Underscore Pharmacists’ Role in Improving Glycemic Management

Study results also show a 50% increase in the precancerous condition, Barrett esophagus, between 2012 and 2019, in the same population.

Esophageal Cancer Rates Nearly Double in Adults 45 to 64 Over 7 Years

Be aware of products containing gluten, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, and olmesartan.

Medications Can Exacerbate Symptoms of Celiac Disease

Specialty pharmacy is deeply engaged in providing treatment for conditions that are at high risk for mental health challenges.

Exploring the Links Between Specialty Pharmacy and Mental Health

Trametinib (Mekinist) is a kinase inhibitor indicated as a single agent for the treatment of patients with unresectable or metastatic melanoma with BRAF V600E or V600K mutations as detected by an FDA-approved test.

Daily Medication Pearl: Trametinib (Mekinist) 

Latest results of the phase 3 IKEMA trial demonstrate the longest median progression-free survival on a proteasome inhibitor backbone in this population, Sanofi says.

Sarclisa Combination Shows Positive Results in Patients With Relapsed Multiple Myeloma

The study marks the first time an albuterol/budesonide fixed-dose combination rescue medication has reduced severe exacerbations, the company said.

AstraZeneca’s PT027 for Asthma Shows Positive Results in Phase 3 Trial

Independent committee recommends the phase 3 clinical trial continues to assess other primary and secondary endpoints for the treatment of unresectable or metastatic urothelial carcinoma.

Bristol Myers Squibb’s Check Mate -901 Fails to Meet Primary Endpoint of Overall Survival

Simplifying processes reduces errors in compounding, IV pump programming, and physician order entry.

Develop Standardized Concentrations and Overcome Barriers

Nakia Eldridge, PharmD, MBA, director of health care quality, safety, and information at US Pharmacopeia (USP), discusses points of note regarding USP’s work in setting and supporting public quality standards.

Expert: This World Standards Week, Remember USP Addresses Gaps Through Standards That Keep Pharmacy the Most Trusted Health Care Profession

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