Researchers from the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center found that men with localized prostate cancer who reported a baseline dietary pattern that more closely follows the key principles of a Mediterranean-style diet fared better over the course of their disease.
Pharmacists and pharmacy managers would be well served by learning some finer points of negotiation.
The FDA will review a Biologics License Application for V114, Merck’s investigational 15-valent pneumococcal conjugate vaccine, for the prevention of invasive pneumococcal disease.
There is particular interest in monoclonal antibody agents to determine whether their immune suppressive effects can reduce the immediate and long-term impact of COVID-19.
According to research conducted at Rush University Medical Center, opioid use may increase patients’ risk of developing pancreatic cancer.
COVID-19 has been found in the brain post-mortem.
Moderna, Inc has also announced temporary authorization of its COVID-19 vaccine in Switzerland.
The current study provides characterization of a lipid-rich necrotic core, a dangerous type of coronary plaque made up of dead cells and cell debris that is prone to rupture, which can lead to a heart attack or stroke.
Several things are important to maintain a woman’s sexual function including positive sexual experiences, attitudes about sex, body image, and relationship intimacy.
The study authors said their main hypothesis for the higher prevalence of olfactory dysfunction in mild COVID-19 cases was based on differences in the immune response to the infection.
Verdinexor tablets are available only by prescription, and can be administered at home.
Katea Ravega, a partner at Quarles and Brady LLP, discussed the recent Supreme Court ruling in Rutledge v. PCMA and what it could mean for the future of states’ legislation around PBMs.
With approximately 328 million people currently living in the United States, it will take an army of health care professionals to vaccinate the country against COVID-19.
A pilot study published today in Addiction found that a collaborative approach to treating opioid use disorder that relies heavily on community pharmacists is feasible and may increase adherence and participant satisfaction.
New research suggests immunosuppressants do not increase the risk of COVID-19.
When examining the percentage of posts that made the vaccine seem more dangerous, less dangerous, or neither, Luisi found nearly 40% of Facebook posts about the HPV vaccine amplified a perceived risk.
In patients with severe cardiac failure, the extreme emaciation of the body is a potential result and has been termed cardiac cachexia.
In the past week, Moderna and AstraZeneca have collectively announced multiple authorizations for use of their respective vaccines.
Despite the concerns that may come along with mutations of the SARS-CoV-2 virus, experts say the new strains do not call for any new prevention strategies.
Pharmacy Times® interviewed William von Oehsen, JD, principal at Powers Pyles Sutter & Verville, on a letter that was signed by President-elect Biden’s pick for HHS secretary to the outgoing HHS secretary on the enforcement of 340B drug pricing laws.
In a recent study at the National Institutes of Health, researchers consistently observed signs of damage on the brain scans of patients who died after contracting COVID-19.
Pralatrexate, a lymphoma drug, outperformed remdesivir in treating COVID-19 in a lab experiment.
The first article in this 3-part series covered a general overview of the survey and its respondents. In this article, we will explore the questions and answers around compensation.
In the 16th century, it was quite easy to obtain poison, as apothecaries were in the business of making customers happy and the opportunity to poison people was one such source of joy.
In a recent interview with Pharmacy Times, Barbara Giacomelli, BS Pharm, PharmD, discussed the trends she hopes to see in the pharmacy field in 2021 and where she sees the landscape changing.
Patrick Campbell, PharmD, PhD, the senior director of research at the Pharmacy Quality Alliance, discusses why sending a short video to a patient’s phone can improve primary medication adherence and why it’s more effective than text messages.
Pharmacists must juggle the delicate balance of integrating clinical services into traditional dispensing environments, while being forced into performance metrics set forth by corporate entities.
Pharmacy Times® interviewed William von Oehsen, JD, principal at Powers Pyles Sutter & Verville, on how pharmacies and their patients are affected by issues regarding the regulation of the sale of 340B discounted drugs.
Socioeconomic and racial health disparities contribute to worse cancer and COVID-19 outcomes.
A recent study investigated the existence of “pharmacy deserts” in Los Angeles County in relation to the social determinants of health that show which communities have the greatest need for pharmacy access.
