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Currently, the CDC recommends the recombinant zoster vaccine (Shingrix, RZV; GSK) for the prevention of herpes zoster and related complications.

Adults with underlying medical conditions, resulting in an increased risk of respiratory syncytial virus disease are more likely to be cost-effective than general age-based strategies.

The estimated vaccine efficacy was approximately 58%, with only 21 patients in the vaccinated group being diagnosed with mpox.

Vitamin D supplementation improved total cholesterol levels, systolic blood pressure, diastolic blood pressure, and all glycemic parameters.

Pharmacists should be aware of workplace hazards involving sharps and, if necessary, initiate oPEP.

Dupilumab is the first biologic medicine for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease to be approved in the US.

Xanomeline and trospium chloride is the first in a new class, offering a new approach with selectively targeting M1 and M4 receptors.

The work of Obstetrician Ignaz Semmelweis lives on in medical protocols today.

Investigators found a significant association for febrile seizures, but not with epilepsy.

In adolescents, a comprehensive model using behavioral and MRI data had a prediction accuracy of 0.83, which was higher than single data type models.

Holistic and compassionate counseling by a pharmacist and pharmacy-interns on-duty over weekends could positively impact patient lives, especially for older adults and economically disadvantaged patients.

The authors found that asthma severity was associated with a higher risk of type 2 diabetes, with the risk increasing in line with severity, but not asthma duration.

Issues around patient safety, proper administration, and monitoring need careful consideration from pharmacists and other health care providers for vaccination efforts.

The study findings signal the need for improved equality in PrEP prescribing across various institutions and settings.

Owner Arun Tandon, RPh, embraces independent pharmacy with a passion for service in Portage, Michigan.

The authors note that changes in the adolescent guidelines for meningococcal and human papillomavirus vaccines may cause inconsistencies and nonadherence.

Long-term shedding of mutated variants could pose a concern for spread among the public.

Additional education can address ambivalence for patients and providers, which can start at the pharmacist level, as they are essential sources of information for patients.

Although psychotherapy is the cornerstone, nutritional education and pharmacotherapies can also help patients recover

Influenza, COVID-19, and RSV vaccines are a critical part of MTM services

As the end of the DSCSA stabilization period approaches, Josh Bolin from the NABP provides an overview of what to expect.

Investigators reported that more than half of individuals had great knowledge about protecting themselves from COVID-19.

The FDA assigned a Prescription Drug User Fee Act action date of May 22, 2025.

Each stage of the CGM battery lifecycle contains the potential for detrimental environmental impact.

Pharmacy students discuss a non-traditional learning assignment that used the social media platform, TikTok.

As technicians are increasingly involved in decision-making, they must exude confidence and advocate for themselves

Childhood immunization according to schedule can prevent serious illness.