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Coughing is a reflex predominantly mediated by control centers in respiratory areas of the brainstem, which is modulated by the cerebral cortex.

Atogepant is an oral calcitonin gene-related peptide receptor antagonist approved in 2021 for patients with episodic migraines.

Tenofovir alafenamide (Vemlidy; Gilead Science) approved for the treatment of chronic hepatitis B virus infection in pediatric patients aged 12 years and older with compensated liver disease.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion programs in pharmacy can lead to better health outcomes for patients.

Benzonatate overdoses were reported in children under 2 years of age after accidentally ingesting as few as 1-2 capsules.

The findings could also help explain why certain comorbidities persist following other viral infections, including COVID-19.

Lipid pathways have been implicated in the pathogenesis of psoriasis and some lipid lowering drugs are believed to have disease-modifying properties.

Data show that despite declines in visit rates to federally qualified health centers, patients with psychological disorder diagnoses during COVID-19 did well when telemedicine was available.

Program provides a virtual assessment and treatment with buprenorphine, a medication for opioid cravings and withdrawal symptoms.

An analysis found an estimated 1.3 million US adults with diabetes rationed their insulin in the past year by delaying prescription refills, skipping doses, or using smaller doses.

Investigators model 2 hypothetical cities as interconnected networks with a combined population of 100,000 bisexual, gay, and other men who have sex with men.

Individuals who had COVID-19 were 55% more likely to develop epilepsy or seizures over the following 6 months than those who had influenza.

Although it has received less attention as flu season begins, public health experts are continuing to urge vaccination against monkeypox.

Can you solve the case?

The 2022 theme is “Putting Ourselves to the Test: Achieving Equity to End HIV.”

Proper accounting systems and mechanisms assist not only in daily decision-making but in operations control and risk management.

This months over-the-counter (OTC) product guide highlights products that contain natural ingredients.

A diverse population and financial obstacles present unique challenges for pharmacists in Hawaii.

Two pharmacy technicians discuss why the technician career path is special to them.

Challenges for uptake of long-acting injectable pre-exposure prophylaxis in populations at risk for HIV include fear of needles, potential adverse effects, and concerns about diminished efficacy.

Adults with attachment anxiety were more likely to misremember facts when they could see the person speaking.

Comedy has taught me several keys that have helped alleviate and manage burnout.

Flu vaccines can protect against severe outcomes and death, but how long does it last? Who should be getting one?

Research into how perivascular spaces contribute to migraine could help better understand the complexities of how these headaches occur.

What's annoying pharmacists this month?

Pharmacists should evaluate medications for potential problems at patient meetings to improve safety.

Prior research has associated early adolescent use of hormonal contraceptives with the risk of depression in adulthood.

Parties and get-togethers often present challenges for patients with allergies, particularly with home-cooked food that may have unclear ingredients.