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Unique barriers can lead to psychiatric medication adherence rates as low as 26%.

Pharmacists play a vital role in translating global health news into actionable knowledge for their communities.

Once-weekly efsitora alfa shows promising hemoglobin A1C reduction in type 2 diabetes (T2D), simplifying insulin therapy and reducing injection frequency significantly.

A large retrospective study funded by the CDC indicates broad additional protection against COVID-19, especially for older adults and immunocompromised patients.

The FDA approves a prefilled syringe for the zoster vaccine recombinant, enhancing shingles vaccination convenience and effectiveness for adults 50 years and older.

New research links gabapentin use for back pain to increased dementia risk, especially in middle-aged adults.

Micronutrient deficiencies, particularly in vitamins D, B12, and folate, significantly impact chronic pain intensity, suggesting dietary interventions may alleviate symptoms.

Maridebart cafraglutide showed promising results for weight management in obesity and type 2 diabetes (T2D), achieving significant weight loss without plateau.

Since the most recent guidelines were published, more evidence has emerged regarding intravenous corticosteroids for severely ill patients.

New research shows effective interventions can reduce prescriptions across all ages.

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.

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

Researchers unveil compounds that enhance cell death and boost antiviral responses, offering hope against RSV and other viral infections.

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

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.