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A study determined that lifestyle factors and comorbidities were more likely to be associated with the onset of diabetes.

FDA grants priority review for gedatolisib, a promising treatment for advanced HR+/HER2– breast cancer, showcasing significant efficacy in recent trials.

Jeffery Goad, PharmD, MPH, outlines how recent changes to the childhood immunization schedule may affect vaccine confidence, uptake, and public health, while highlighting the essential role pharmacists play in patient education.

Heidi De Souza discusses strategies to enhance RSV vaccine uptake among older adults, emphasizing awareness, coadministration patterns, and public health efforts.

Pharmacists enhance community health by offering test-and-treat services for COVID-19, influenza, strep, and RSV, improving access to care.

Discover how hydroxyapatite toothpaste tablets revolutionize oral care with eco-friendly, effective, and gentle alternatives to traditional fluoride toothpaste.

Discover how ENAMEL revolutionizes oral care with eco-friendly, waterless toothpaste tablets made from clean, natural ingredients.

Improving Health Equity Through Pharmacist-Led Care Is a Collective Necessity Requiring a Multifaceted, Collaborative Approach

Recent research reveals no significant link between prenatal acetaminophen use and increased risks of autism or ADHD in children, challenging FDA claims.

Dipeptidyl peptidase-4 inhibitors and glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists were found to offer neuroprotective effects to patients who were administered the medications.

Ali Dehghani, DO, highlights that shingles vaccination not only prevents rash but is also associated with lower risks of major cardiovascular events, dementia, and mortality, underscoring pharmacists’ role in patient counseling and preventive care.

The FDA approved oral semaglutide to reduce the risk of major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE) in patients with type 2 diabetes (T2D).

Innovative digital twin technology revolutionizes brain cancer treatment by predicting tumor metabolism and personalizing therapies for better patient outcomes.

High out-of-pocket costs lead patients to skip medications. Financial assistance programs improve adherence, but complex insurance strategies may hinder access.

The glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist medications evaluated included semaglutide, tirzepatide, and liraglutide.

Nina Masters, PhD, MPH, explains how early adherence to pediatric vaccines strongly predicts timely measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccination.

Food insecurity and social instability significantly increase long COVID risk in children, highlighting the need for targeted public health interventions.

Hawaii has secured a $700 million settlement with the manufacturers of Plavix following a lawsuit alleging they concealed for years the drug's ineffectiveness and potential danger for individuals of East Asian or Pacific Islander descent, a risk that the FDA later required to be disclosed with a boxed warning.

A tour through GLP-1’s unexpected biology.

Polypharmacy poses significant risks for patients, highlighting the need for comprehensive medication reviews and patient involvement.

According to the news release, the manufacturers have 30 days to respond.

Jeffery A. Goad, PharmD, MPH, stresses that consistent, evidence-based communication from pharmacists and other health care professionals is essential to maintaining public trust and preventing declines in childhood vaccination.

Explore the differences between oral and injectable semaglutide for weight management, focusing on adherence, adverse effects, and patient preferences.

AbbVie partners with the Trump administration to enhance drug affordability and access, committing to significant investments in US pharmaceutical innovation.

Recombinant zoster vaccination against shingles significantly reduced the risk of heart disease and dementia, even after a prior case of shingles.

New research reveals a gut bacteria-derived molecule that enhances lung cancer immunotherapy, potentially improving outcomes for patients with limited treatment options.

Pharmacists enhancing patient care through medication optimization, screenings, and interprofessional collaboration.

Research reveals how eczema's timing and severity influence children's chances of outgrowing food allergies, highlighting the connection between skin health and allergy tolerance.