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An expert panel discussed the outreach of social determinants of health in community pharmacy care and how pharmacists can help patients find and access resources.

If finalized, the regulation would potentially reduce prescription nonadherence and accidental misuse.

Adalimumab-adaz HCF in the 100 mg/mL strength is approved for indications that are no longer covered exclusively for the reference Humira after July 2023.

By empathizing with patients and creating an environment where patients feel comfortable and open to sharing, pharmacists can increase compliance and adherence.

Having good nutrition is especially important for older adults who have increased disease and medication risks.

All individuals with type 1 diabetes on the therapy had restored insulin secretion, improved glycemic control, improved time-in-range reduction, or elimination of exogenous insulin usage.

The prevalence of undiagnosed diabetes in earlier years in racial and ethnic minorities and lower education groups, leading to a decline in incidence over time.

The study also found significant evidence of outcomes disparities between minority populations and White populations.

The collaboration will focus on engaging with health experts and opinion leaders to examine data to gain a better understanding of the role continuous glucose monitoring systems have in personalized therapeutic nutrition.

Without intervention, this may be the tipping point that causes mass closures of pharmacies.

Preliminary estimates from the 2022 to 2023 season suggest that the burden of influenza is returning to a pre-pandemic level.

The new RSV vaccines are expected to be available in fall 2023.

Showing up for oneself is showing up for one's community and patients, according to a female independent pharmacy business owner.

Findings suggest that psychometric tests used for The Respiratory Infection Intensity and Impact Questionnaire provide reliable, construct validity, and responsive evidence to detect onset symptoms of RSV.

As one of the most trusted health care professionals, pharmacists play a vital role in debunking medication myths by providing patients with accurate information to make positive decisions regarding their health.

Independent pharmacies can provide more personalized care to individuals with behavioral health conditions or intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Plant-based insulin contains all 3 peptides that are found in insulin naturally produced by the body.

Galcanezumab-gnlm (Emgality; Eli Lilly and Company) did not demonstrate superiority to rimegepant orally disintegrating tablet (Nurtec ODT) on the percentage of individuals achieving a 50% or greater reduction in monthly migraine headache days.

McKesson ideaShare 2023 recognized pharmacy technicians with a technician-focused continuing education (CE) session, roundtable, and honorary reception.

Somatrogon-ghla (Ngenla; Pfizer Inc, OPKO Health Inc) is a subcutaneous injection that is administered once weekly via a device allowing for titration based on patients’ needs.

The recommended addition is based on a uniform consensus that the therapy is an appropriate treatment for this difficult-to-treat disease.

Cases highlight patients who have attention-deficity/hyperactivity disorder and diabetic peripheral nephropathy.

As the battle over abortion rages, mifepristone has become the new center of the legal fight between anti-abortion advocates and the FDA.

Includes hair growth supplements and nicotine lozenges.

OTC cases focus on recommendations for vaccination boosters and managing fever.

The growing volume of drugs sold through illegal online pharmacies are estimated to generate 10 times higher adverse event rates than drugs sold through legal pharmacies.

Evidence shows vitamin D deficiency is linked to abnormal dopamine signaling disorders in neurodevelopment, including schizophrenia.