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Affordability in drug pricing can be addressed by bringing the manufacturer and plan sponsor to negotiate costs and determine fair compensation for product and service providers in the supply chain.

Experts from the Infectious Diseases Society of America recommend enhanced protection measures against the Omicron COVID-19 variant.

A panel of experts discusses diabetes treatment management and the impact pharmacists can have on an increasingly diverse patient population.

Parathyroid hormone (Natpara) is indicated to control hypocalcemia in patients with hypoparathyroidism.

A guide to promoting effective communication among your pharmacy technicians.

Ten quiz questions to assess your knowledge on common symptoms and treatments for Alzheimer disease.

Sarna Lotion treats itching and pain from certain skin conditions, such as insect bites and rash due to poison oak, poison ivy, or poison sumac.

Marinol is a cannabinoid indicated for anorexia associated with weight loss in patients with AIDS.

Churg-Strauss syndrome causes inflammation that can restrict blood flow to organs and tissues.

Although pharmacists may be busy during seemingly every moment of the day, it is important to realize that there are opportunities where time can be saved.

A few key points differentiate between the symptoms of a cold, flu, or possible COVID-19 infection.

Pharmacy professionals certainly proved their value in 2021, with the pandemic showing that there has never been more of a need for the unique role.

The researchers said these results reinforce the importance of a third booster dose of the vaccine.

Zinc supplementation has existed for years and has been found to help the body fight viral respiratory infections.

Study results also show that the probability of dying from any cause is also 40% higher for individuals who have cardiovascular disease.

Study results show more activity in brain areas affecting sympathy and movement when the women viewed the photos.

The long-term implications of post-COVID-19 myocardial injury detected by cardiac MRI are still unknown.

Tiger Balm is frequently used for the relief of back pain, joint pain, stiffness, sprains, and arthritis pain.

Admelog is indicated to improve glycemic control in type 1 and type 2 diabetes mellitus.

Swimmer’s ear is often brought on by water that remains in the ear, creating a moist environment that aids the growth of bacteria.

Debra Goff, PharmD, FIDSA, FCCP, infectious diseases specialist at the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, discusses Clostridioides difficile awareness and potential future treatments.

Obesity, high blood pressure, and diabetes were the most common comorbidities.

The best protection against all variants of COVID-19 continues to be vaccination, including a booster shot for eligible individuals.

These benefits included increased survival, a lower risk of hospital readmission for heart failure, and an overall improvement in quality of life.

Technicians with specialized skills in prescription billing can help pharmacists focus on clinical services.

The study used affective priming, which is an indirect behavioral measure of implicit attitude, to evaluate feelings toward COVID-19.

The investigators note that this is the largest annual decrease in 2 decades of reporting.

IcyHot contains salicylate, an aspirin-like product.