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A recent study suggests that homologous and heterologous vaccines protect against the Omicron variant of COVID-19, but the heterologous appears more durable.

Tuberculosis affects millions of people worldwide, but the only known vaccine may only protect children who are 5 years of age or younger.

Approximately 6000 participants aged 5 years and older at 50 sites in different countries are set to received 3 doses of VLA 15 µg or the saline placebo, followed by a booster.

Organizational culture is determined by how the organizational leadership responds to a crisis, how they adapt to new demands and how they correct an employee when mistakes happen.

Study will analyze whether cognitive behavioral therapy telehealth can lower headache days and disability as effectively as cognitive behavioral therapy plus a preventive medication for migraine.

Mucinex DM is an expectorant and cough suppressant.

Meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials adds to growing evidence around certain antihypertensive drug classes showing promise for primary or secondary prevention of diabetes.

Although the guidance has created some confusion around pharmacists’ responsibilities on the federal and state levels, Lanton said it will take time to find cohesive solutions.

Health care professionals need to work closely with patients in understanding polypharmacy and the risk/benefit of pharmacotherapy.

Analysis supports positive lifestyle habits, such as exercising and quitting smoking, investigators say.

Investigators from NYU’s Grossman School of Medicine sound alarm on treatment gap and suggest ways to remove barriers, as opioid overdoses soar to historic levels.

A new study predicts significant increases in cardiovascular issues in the United States, highlighting racial and ethnic inequality of future patients.

Pharmacists can play an important role in helping ensure compliance with prescribed medications, which can help seniors maintain their health and quality of life while aging at home.

Survey finds that 91% of health care providers and 67% of people with migraines feel that individuals who are able to successfully manage stress and mental health conditions can also better manage the symptoms of migraine.

Cangrelor (Kengreal) is indicated as an adjunct to percutaneous coronary intervention for reducing the risk of periprocedural myocardial infarction, repeat coronary revascularization, and stent thrombosis.

Aftera is an emergency contraceptive that reduces the chance of pregnancy after unprotected sex.

Tardive dyskinesia is often caused by the use of dopamine receptor blocking agents, most commonly antipsychotics, for at least a few months.

The ability of an anti-interleukin-23 antibody to bind to key immune system components may help neutralize a key driver of inflammation right at its cellular source.

A systemic review found that recombinant zoster vaccination is more cost effective than no vaccine or the previously available zoster vaccine live.

Study suggests that health care providers should discuss with patients whether they are using any integrative medicine strategies, which ones, and why.

Last year, the majority of new drug approvals were for small molecules, including treatments for HIV, cancer, infections, heart and kidney disease, and neurological disorders.

On this week's episode, Joanna continues her conversation with Allyson Brennan, Founder of Emogene & Co, PharmD, about skincare, the importance of a healthy skin barrier, Vitamin C, and work-life balance.

Kayexalate is a potassium binder indicated for the treatment of hyperkalemia.

Senokot-S is indicated for constipation relief.

Health care workers who got 4 total doses against COVID-19, 2 doses of which are boosters, experienced more than 10% lower breakthrough infection rate than those with only 3 total doses.

A new neutralizing monoclonal antibody could become an inhaled cocktail for long-term COVID-19 prevention.

The CDC published a new study, which found that a second mRNA booster shot would be effective against the Omicron variants of COVID-19.

Calazime is indicated for the treatment and prevention of diaper rash and minor skin irritations.

In addition to expanding patient access to Paxlovid, the recent authorization of pharmacists to prescribe the drug marks a step toward provider status.

Unlike prior recommendations for prevention, which focus on dietary factors associated with first-time stone formulation, the new analysis looks at recurrences.