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Some patients treated with prolonged courses of oral nirmatrelvir/ritonavir experienced long COVID symptom improvements, while others reported little to no changes in their symptoms.

Limited access to healthy food in redlined communities contributes to higher rates of chronic disease and reduced life expectancy.

As of January 10, there are 5 major fires across a combined 36,560 acres—Palisades, Eaton, Kenneth, Hurst, and Lidia—and the 2 largest fires are a combined 11% contained.

The pharmacist’s role includes educating and making recommendations, collaborating with health care professionals, and observing early signs of cognitive impairment in patients during interactions.

The observational study shows a positive correlation between smoking and chronic kidney disease (CKD) whereas the analyses imply smoking-related covariates may be a factor.

The rising use of prescription stimulants in the US presents significant safety risks, legal challenges, and supply chain shortages, emphasizing the need for pharmacist involvement in promoting responsible prescribing.

Pharmacists' accessibility and expertise in medication management make them ideal health care providers to discuss prevention strategies, medication adherence, and potential adverse effects.

It is important for pharmacists to understand what RSV is, who is most affected by it, and what options are out there to prevent serious disease.

Depression and cardiovascular disease are often linked, with research showing inflammation is common for the 2 disease states.

As an investigational monoclonal antibody, posdinemab targets the mid-domain of AD-specific phosphorylated tau.

The advisory emphasizes the need for a comprehensive approach to reducing alcohol-related cancer by combining prevention, education, and treatment to improve public health outcomes.

The data from the report show how nutritional choices compliment the use of glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists and how health care providers can educate patients further.

Patients with acute coronary syndrome who were in the high quartile were at significantly higher risk for major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE).

The investigators note that the test can allow health care professionals to more accurately prescribe medication or treatments.

Intranasal epinephrine spray offers a needle-free option for anaphylaxis treatment.

Despite these concerns, experts have emphasized that the benefits of RSV vaccination outweigh potential risks for older adults, who are at heightened risk of severe RSV-related illness.

COVID-19 survivors deemed the most highly impacted and fearful also reported the lowest health-related quality of life scores, indicating an association.

Approximately 61% of individuals said respiratory syncytial virus (RSV vaccination for adults 60 years and older is effective.

Management of acute otitis media in children involves evidence-based antibiotic prescribing.

The tablets are indicated for treatment of adults with chronic idiopathic constipation, with further research needed to assess efficacy and safety in children.

These inequalities, which can include socioeconomic disparities, show neurological changes associated with aging and dementia.

Age, frequent snoring, hypertension, and poor glycemic control are associated with excessive daytime sleepiness.

The patient was hospitalized after exposure to an infected backyard flock.

Two cases of hospitalizations show mutations that may allow H5N1 to more easily target human cells.

The pandemic’s aftermath left lasting tensions in health care.

Examining the clinical applications, effectiveness, safety, and regulation of herbal supplements with a focus on the role of pharmacists.

Pharmacies can strategically invest in AI technologies to streamline operations and improve patient care while addressing cost challenges and maximizing return on investment in 2025.

Fiber-rich foods show improvements in health and reductions in chronic diseases, including obesity, by promoting weight management and enhancing the metabolism.

However, the effects on patient-reported outcomes were inconclusive when compared with self-monitoring blood glucose or the usual care.

The inaccurate claim that these products pose a heavy metal risk is potentially detrimental, as it could discourage pregnant women from using vital prenatal supplements.