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Influenza Vaccination Preparation Should Be on the Docket for Any Pharmacy After a Much-Anticipated ACIP Meeting

Statins such as simvastatin do not have additional antidepressive effects in combination with standard escitalopram treatment in patients with comorbid major depressive disorder (MDD) and obesity.

The biosimilar showed similar efficacy, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, safety, quality of life, and immunogenicity in patients with chronic spontaneous urticaria (CSU).

New research highlights the benefits of early oseltamivir treatment for hospitalized patients with influenza, reducing mortality and readmission rates while optimizing care.

Obesity and type 2 diabetes in youth significantly increase the risk of osteoporosis and fractures, highlighting the need for early intervention and healthy habits.

Receiving a COVID-19 vaccination vastly reduced the risk of long-term hospitalization, necessitating dialysis, and morbidity in patients hospitalized with acute kidney injury related to SARS-CoV-2 infection.

The agent, Kirsty, represents a more affordable alternative to Novolog.

Adam James, PharmD, and Chris Altman, PharmD, discuss renewed public scrutiny of thimerosal, its limited use in vaccines today, and how new guidance may affect pharmacists and patient confidence moving forward.

Patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) were more likely to get vaccinated for influenza and pneumococcal following a health care provider’s recommendation.

Finerenone emerges as a promising treatment for patients with diabetes and chronic kidney disease, significantly reducing cardiovascular and renal risks.

Millions of seniors and Medicare beneficiaries managing chronic conditions have new options for medication delivery and adherence support.

Dave’s Pharmacy in Alliance, Nebraska, was named the Pharmacy of the Year for cutting-edge patient care.

Independent pharmacy owners Raj Chhadua and Marc Ost are turning to AI-powered tools to streamline operations, improve efficiency, and enhance patient engagement—without sacrificing the personal touch.

From vaccine drives and prescriber dinners to YouTube education and automated workflows, these pharmacy owners are finding innovative, hands-on ways to expand services, boost revenue, and stay connected to the communities they serve.

The expanded instructions for use labeling expand on the Farawave and Farawave Nav Pulsed Field Ablation (PFA) catheters.

Arkansas' "shot heard round the pharmacy world": Preventing pharmacy benefit managers from owning pharmacies raises an interesting question for the field.

Pharmacy deserts challenge access to essential medications, but innovative solutions like telepharmacy and mobile units empower pharmacists to bridge the gap.

Patients with inflammatory rheumatic diseases may have a protective effect against serious COVID-19 outcomes once they receive a pneumococcal vaccination.

Previously indicated to reduce the risk of end-stage kidney disease, cardiovascular death, and hospitalization for heart failure (HF) in chronic kidney disease, finerenone is now approved for patients with HF directly, offering a new treatment option.

Keri Bates, PharmD, shares how the nomination validates years of hard work, highlights the deep relationships built with the community, and inspires continued growth and innovation.

Pharmacy-based clinical services demonstrate both public health impact and financial sustainability.

Innovative pharmacist-led care models—from tech-enabled Afib screenings and HPV immunizations to Medicare-supported diabetes prevention—demonstrate how pharmacies are redefining their role in team-based clinical care.

Empowering pharmacy technicians enhances team efficiency, improves patient care, and fosters a positive work culture, driving pharmacy success in a competitive landscape.

States have expanded access to over-the-counter ivermectin, raising concerns among health experts about safety, misinformation, and self-medication risks.