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New research suggests that acetazolamide and standard loop-diuretic therapy may decrease congestion and prevent future hospitalizations in patients with acute decompensated heart failure.

Prior evidence regarding the safety and efficacy of the combination of apremilast and phototherapy was lacking, prompting researchers to investigate further.

Antioxidants are capable of converting highly destructive free radicals and nonradical molecules, thereby reducing cerebral stress.

High intake of refined grains linked to an increased risk of premature coronary artery disease.

Vaccines reduce the risk of COVID-19 infection and hospitalization, but a recent study suggests that misinformation could make adults hesitant to vaccinate children 5 to 11 years of age.

Women with a history of gestational diabetes had a 45% increased risk of overall cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases.

Aflibercept 8 mg demonstrated non-inferiority in vision gains in both the 12- and 16-week dosing regimens.

Dispensing naloxone provides an example of how small changes can make a significant difference.

Lisa Schwartz, PharmD, RPh, senior director of Professional Affairs at NCPA, discusses the Drug Supply Chain Security Act and why it was updated for the distribution of naloxone.

CDC Director Rochelle Walensky, MD, MPH, announced new preferential flu vaccine recommendations for individuals aged 65 years and older.

Respiratory infections have been associated with onset of type 1 diabetes in previous research, but this risk was notably higher among those with COVID-19 in this study.

As pharmacy moves in the direction of patient-centered care, immunization plays a key role in this shift.

Kurt Proctor, PhD, RPh, senior vice president of strategic initiatives at NCPA, discussed the importance of continue education for pharmacists.

With a trained representative focused on building relationships with prescribers in the community, pharmacies have the opportunity to significantly expand how they do business.

Through gamification and food-focused activities, pharmacists can incentivize patient engagement in these services, even if offered outside the pharmacy.

Carlie Traylor, PharmD, director of Strategic Initiatives and Student Affairs at NCPA discussed the growing roles of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians and how COVID-19 has changed the landscape of services offered in community pharmacies.

Kyle McCormick, PharmD, owner of Blueberry Pharmacy, discusses the differences between a traditional pharmacy model and a cost-plus pharmacy model.

As pharmacy conglomerates race toward controlling patient journey, community pharmacist role remains murky.

October is a time to acknowledge the powerful impact pharmacists and pharmacy technicians make on patients and communities.

Tripp Logan, PharmD, vice president at SEMO Rx Pharmacies and Logan & Seiler Inc discusses how pharmacy staff and community health care workers can work together to address social determinants of health.

Bri Morris, PharmD, senior director of Education and the Long-Term Care Division at the National Community Pharmacists Association, discusses the importance of teamwork in the pharmacy.

The history of targeting neuroinflammation is a good example of the challenges to finding a treatment for Alzheimer disease.

Motivational interviewing is an evidence-based method of communicating with patients who are ambivalent or resistant to change for the sake of their health.

The value proposition for point-of-care testing in the pharmacy is extensive, as pharmacies can provide a convenient, accessible, and cost-saving alternative for patients.

Women Pharmacist Day takes place October 12th, 2022.

Teva Pharmaceutical Industries announced that fremanezumab can successfully reduce 2 common migraine comorbid symptoms—anxiety and depression.

As individuals in a society, all people have implicit, or unconscious, beliefs that they have been socialized to hold; however, health care professionals’ implicit biases can impact patients’ lives.

Pharmacy Times will be spotlighting pharmacists throughout the month of October to recognize their contributions to the health care field.