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Driving distance is not a predictor of accessibility for those who do not have a car or access to public transportation, investigators say.

The suggested wave 4 of the opioid crisis saw high opioid-involved overdose death rates in urban counties and high acceleration of overdose deaths in rural counties, indicating that the opioid crisis worsened during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Pharmacists need to focus on taking care of themselves while they continue to take care of others in even bigger ways post-COVID-19 pandemic.

Brinzolamide/brimonidine tartrate (Simbrinza) is indicated for the reduction of elevated intraocular pressure in patients with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension.

SilverSeal provides topical management of minor superficial wounds, lacerations, and abrasions, as well as minor first-degree burns.

As leaders, we should ask ourselves if any of our people might feel imposter syndrome and what can we do to calm their anxiety and boost their confidence.

Pharmacist interventions can provide patient-specific guidance to identify and solve problems with medication regimens to ensure optimal outcomes.

Effective pharmacy managers help everyone to see the proverbial forest through the trees.

Increasing population immunity decreased transmission of COVID-19 and allowed for reductions in quarantine and testing, encouraging 2-dose vaccine and booster uptake.

Ranibizumab-eqrn is the only biosimilar approved for all 5 Lucentis indications.

Ezetimibe (Zetia) is an inhibitor of intestinal cholesterol and related phytosterol absorption indicated as an adjunct to diet to reduce elevated total cholesterol.

Dermala helps support hormonal balance, which may help in the treatment of acne.

Using computational methods, the development of an HIV therapy cocktail based on the virus’ genetics was found to increase the efficacy of treatment.

A new case study found that depictions of diverse female scientists on social media inspired other women in STEM, but stereotypes of how women in STEM should look and dress persist in comments section.

Health care facilities in counties with higher Black populations and in rural areas were less likely to serve as COVID-19 vaccination facilities during May 2021, indicating disparities in vaccine distribution.

Submissions are based on 3 phase 3 clinical trials showing that the drug achieved the co-primary endpoints of clinical remission and endoscopic response as induction and maintenance treatment.

Pharmacists have a key role in monitoring patients on statin therapy and identifying statin intolerance.

Abbott will work with the FDA to expedite the review of their deep brain stimulation system to treat the life-threatening disease of treatment-resistant depression.

For every 10% increase in daily intake of ultra-processed foods, people had a 25% higher risk of dementia, though the association is not proven to be causal.

Electroacupuncture was effective for pain control and other symptoms in patients with herpetic neuralgia, though research is limited.

Our health care system flunks every available test of public health and population management readiness and response; it is time to call in the cavalry.

Young age was associated with vaccine-related fears that lowered vaccine uptake and increased symptoms of dizziness and lightheadedness during vaccination.

Transgender children were more susceptible to depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues than their cisgender counterparts.

NauseaCalm relieves nausea and vomiting to treat the symptoms of upset stomach and the stomach flu.

Ustekinumab is the first and only biologic that targets both cytokines interleukin (IL)-12 and IL-23.

Expanded indication for Rebinyn could allow patients with hemophilia B to participate in physical and social activities.

Compared to atorvastatin, rosuvastatin was associated with higher risks of blood in the urine and kidney failure that requires replacement therapy.

Many companies overlook the power that workplace culture can have on employee wellness and instead, focus relentlessly on financial metrics.