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Research showed that children born via assisted reproductive technology were 36% more likely to develop heart defects.

High cholesterol levels are known risk factors for atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease.

The Inflation Reduction Act's zero cost-sharing policy resulted in significant increases in shingles vaccines dispensed to individuals under Part D, compared with those who are commercially insured.

Poor sleep quality is directly related to mortality risk before adjusting for lifestyle or health-related factors, and dementia was noticeably linked to mortality risk in older White males.

Cholesin, a hormone found in the gut, may enhance the cholesterol-lowering capabilities of statins.

As of now, data suggest minimal risk of drug interactions between oral contraceptives and injectable semaglutide.

In a phase 1 trial, the nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) demonstrated a higher mean maximum plasma concentration was achieved faster than with an existing inhaled NRT.

In May 2024, the first biosimilars for aflibercept were approved, which included aflibercept-jbvf (Yesafili; Biocon Biologics), known as MYL-1701P.

Pharmacists and health care providers can counsel around vitamin D supplements and natural intake to increase a child’s vitamin D consumption.

The findings support current recommendations for pregnant individuals or those who might become pregnant during the influenza season, specifically those with successive pregnancies.

The weight loss drug continues to show promise in treating a variety of other conditions.

RSV vaccination could be cost-effective among adults 60 years and older, with the ability to decrease vaccine costs and sustain efficacy.

The results validate the protective benefits of the sodium–glucose cotransporter-2 inhibitors on renal function for those with type 2 diabetes.

A recent study found that indoor allergen exposure, including mouse and cockroach allergens, led to an increased risk of respiratory viral infections in children with asthma.

The AHA acknowledged that complementary and alternative medicines are widely used by heart failure patients but warned that there is limited scientific evidence to support their efficacy.

Ustekinumab is a human monoclonal antibody targeting the cytokines interleukin (IL)-12 and IL-23, which play a rule in the inflammatory and immune responses.

Approximately 75% of adults trust their physicians, nurses, and pharmacists either a great deal or a lot, highlighting the importance of pharmacists for patient education.

Karen Merrill discusses her experiences in pharmacy with plans to celebrate her niece, a first-year pharmacist.

The guidelines mark a shift in practice by recommending a multimodal approach to opioid prescribing practices.

The survey demonstrated that adolescents and young adults (AYAs) who preferred health care professionals (HCPs) as sources of information had sufficient knowledge of contraception options available.

Although the investigators commonly detected treatment-emergent resistant variants, they were rare and transient in nature.

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.