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Pembrolizumab (Keytruda) gains its sixth approval in non–small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), with the latest indication in combination with platinum-containing chemotherapy as neoadjuvant treatment, and then continued as a monotherapy for the post-surgical adjuvant treatment of patients with resectable NSCLC.

The committee will help the FDA address issues related to digital health technologies, including artificial intelligence, virtual reality, cyber security, and patient-generated health data.

Pharmacy Technician Day celebrates the myriad contributions of the unsung heroes of health care.

Treatment-emergent adverse events associated with Rebyota for Clostridioides difficile infection were more prevalent in those with renal comorbidities than in those without and were moderate in severity as well as related to pre-existing conditions.

A subcutaneous injection of ocrelizumab was markedly effective at suppressing brain lesions in patients with multiple sclerosis, according to data from a phase 3 trial.

Investigators created a model to predict asthma exacerbations that can be integrated in WhatsApp chatbot and relies on self-reported data.

In clinical trials, nivolumab (Opdivo) demonstrated a statistically significant improvement in recurrence-free survival compared to placebo in eligible patients with stages IIB, IIC, III, and stage IV completely resected melanoma.

AI systems can detect minute anomalies often missed by the human eye, reducing false negatives.

Margaret Ryman, BS, PharmD, BCPS, vice president of Health Systems at McKesson, discussed how she has seen the pharmacy field change and how she is celebrating this American Pharmacists Month.

The study results also indicate no significant difference of venous thromboembolism risk between individuals with immune-mediated inflammatory diseases and individuals without.

A study shows a significant increase in left ventricular ejection fraction when using pink noise stimulation with deep sleep.

Although increased knowledge and understanding could increase uptake and acceptability of pre-exposure prophylaxis for HIV, action is needed to remove barriers and improve accessibility.

Adolescents with mental health conditions must be monitored as they are at a higher demand for the need of mental health care.

Trial data bolster the role of nivolumab and nivolumab-based combinations in both early and metastatic stages of multiple cancer types, especially in patient groups with high unmet needs.

TRPV1 inhibition overcomes cisplatin resistance by blocking autophagy-mediated hyperactivation of the EGFR signaling pathway.

Karline Peal, MBA of Vanderbilt Ingram Cancer Center discusses the positive impact technology has had in health care and how it can be implemented in the future.

Larger institutions have continued to treat patients who needed carboplatin or cisplatin; however, the survey results don’t include smaller cancer centers that may face access challenges.

Jacinda Abdul-Mutakabbir, PharmD, MPH, AAHIVP, discusses being the second pharmacist in IDSA history to receive a society award and what this means not only for her, but for the field.

SYNCHRONIZE-1, SYCHRONIZE-2, SYNCHRONIZE-CVOT will evaluate survodutide for overweight and obesity.

Investigators suggest that the Bacille Calmette–Guérin vaccine, which prevented tuberculosis in nonhuman primates infected with SIV, can also protect against HIV.

The president of HOPA discusses the importance of mentorship in oncology pharmacy as well as the value of HOPA’s mentorship initiatives.

Although education and training have historically been considered the primary factors influencing pay, the survey results challenge this notion.

Encorafenib (Braftovi; Pfizer Inc) and binimetinib (Mektovi; Pfizer Inc) approved for the treatment of patients with metastatic non-small cell lung cancer who harbor a BRAF V600E mutation.

Collaboration between AI-based platforms and health care organizations offers promising results.

Aducanumab, lecanemab, and donanemab are novel monoclonal antibodies designed to slow disease progression and hopefully have a positive impact in the field of Alzheimer disease management.

Black men had 27% lower odds of an ideal cardiovascular health score compared to White men, whereas Black women had 55% lower odds compared to White women.

The study authors note that it is important for expectant mothers to use antibiotics appropriately and when necessary, as well as monitor their child after birth.