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Implementing screening and testing services by pharmacists will expand access to care for patients.

Networking and being prepared and educated are keys to succeeding as women in the pharmacy field.

Not only are pharmacists easily accessible to the public, they are also highly visible as a source for travel immunization services.

Individuals who are rituximab-naïve remained stable after 2 years of follow-up, the analysis shows.

Part 1 of this 2-part series examines USP <797> and <795> revisions for sterile and nonsterile compounding, veterinary compounding, FDA inspections of 503A pharmacies, and the interstate distribution of compounded prescriptions post Wellness Pharmacy v. FDA.

Eye drops come in many forms and for many indications, such as redness, itchiness, dryness, allergies, dilating drops, glaucoma drops, lubricants, numbing agents, antibiotics, and to lower pressure.

The patient had no significant past medical complications and was fully immunized for the age-based recommendation from the Advisory Council and Immunization Practices, study shows.

Women who are pregnant should continue or start treatment with alternative or preferred antiretroviral therapies for viral suppression, investigators suggest.

Fellows tap into a network of experts, their practice sites, and countless tools they can apply immediately.

The disease is the continuation of new symptoms 3 months after the initial SARS-CoV-2 infection and at least lasting 2 months after infection, according to the health organization.

Jeffrey Bratberg, PharmD, FAPhA, a clinical professor for the college of pharmacy at the University of Rhode Island, discusses harm reduction and substance use disorder treatment.

In the treatment of heart failure with reduced ejection fraction, combination therapy is the most effective in reducing all-cause death.

As more drugs gain coverage, decision-makers will need to more accurately diagnose Alzheimer disease, especially in the community setting.

Pharmacists are cited as one of the most stressed professions and a creative habit can help to improve focus, enhance productivity, and reduce stress.

Investigators analyze to see if there was an association of expected benefits and risk of vaccination.

Health benefits last for at least 5 years if shedding pounds occur via a lifestyle change program, the results of a research review show.

Data show that dose-response relationships and long-term safety of ICS in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease are unclear and require further investigation.

Implementing PrEP in retail community pharmacies increases patient accessibility but may be difficult to incorporate without modifying workflow.

Pharmacies need to differentiate themselves through faster and cheaper care, while delivering health outcomes across the patient journey.

Thought-provoking economic, ethical conundrums accompany recent explosion in growth of glucagon-like peptide-1 products for medically assisted weight loss

On March 1, 2023, Eli Lilly and Company said it would take steps to cap insulin prices, and Novo Nordisk and Sanofi followed suit 2 weeks later.

Fomepizole, an FDA-approved drug to treat methanol poisoning, and erythromycin could offer a novel therapeutic option to fight drug-resistant S. pneumoniae.

Investigators suggest that sleep interventions may help to reduce the risk of self-harm in female adolescents with depression and anxiety.

Pharmacists respond to questions about supplementation and and smoking cessation for heart health.

Pharmacists respond to questions about birth control.

Asian Americans often develop the disease at a normal weight, which would be overlooked by current screening guidelines, investigators say.

CGM devices can also help individuals with diabetes make more informed decisions about their diet, exercise, and medication management, leading to improved overall health outcomes.

Legal expert breaks down the history of power between federal v. state law and why Dobbs v. Jackson has caused such a stir for the pharmaceutical community.