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Ten pharmacists and pharmaceutical scientists from seven countries were recognised for their services to pharmacy at the opening ceremony of the 76th World Congress of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences in Buenos Aires, Argentina, today.

At least 940 million people live in countries where over 193,000 community pharmacies can potentially offer access to vaccination services, according to new research commissioned by the International Pharmaceutical Federation (FIP). Based on a global population of 7.4 billion, this represents at least one in eight people.

The line-up of the International Pharmaceutical Federation's board (known as the Bureau) is to change on 2 September following the election of three new officers today.

The transgender community includes a plethora of patients who can benefit from HIV/AIDS research. However, clinical trials rarely include transgender participants.

The FDA is stopping all drugs produced by India-based Laxachem Organics from legally entering the United States after the company refused to allow FDA officials to inspect its facility.

The Generic Pharmaceutical Association (GPhA) supports policies that foster robust pharmaceutical competition in order to make sure that patients and the entire health system can realize the full value of safe, effective and more affordable generic and biosimilar medicines.

PAD patients have consistently been undertreated with antiplatelets, despite an overwhelming majority having pre-existing cardiovascular disease.

I expect every pharmacist agrees they should be helpful" when dealing with patients, but what does that really mean?

Whether you're about to start your first year of pharmacy school, or wrap up your last rotation, there's a lot to digest.

Apixaban (Eliquis) is the only NOAC approved for use with creatinine clearance

A few years ago, celiac disease was the popular gastrointestinal disorder. In the last year or so, though, irritable bowel syndrome has seemingly taken over.

The Rite Aid Foundation has announced an additional $50,000 donation to the American Red Cross Louisiana Capital Area to help with ongoing flood relief efforts across the greater Baton Rouge area.

Some transdermal patches containing aluminum or other metal in their nonadhesive backing shouldn't be worn during MRI.

For the second time this week, a pharmacist in Ohio was reportedly threatened by a knife-wielding pharmacy robber.

As the last beach trips of the summer are made, some may cross paths with the brown, helmet-shaped marine arthropod known as the horseshoe crab.

The Specialty Pharmacy Podcast Show will cover the vast business topics about the complex business of the specialty pharmacy sector of the pharmacy industry.

Ton Shen Health is recalling its DHZC-2 tablets because they may be contaminated with elevated levels of lead.

Each new option offers advantages in infection management, but also comes with barriers to therapy.

Patients should consult with their physician or pharmacist before taking any vitamins.

If you don't take time to sharpen your blade, you'll become ineffective.

Student pharmacists pay a premium in their last professional year to complete their Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiences.

Few pharmacy schools offer technician training, but one unique program is helping licensed techs enter advanced-practice roles.

SNOMED-CT codes are considered a core component of obtaining interoperability between electronic health records.

The FDA has granted approval for Teva's cyclobenzaprine hydrochloride (Amrix) extended-release capsules to be administered by sprinkling the drug's contents onto a tablespoon of applesauce and swallowing immediately without chewing.

6630507 isn't a phone number. It's the federal government's patent application registration for cannabis sativa to be used as an antioxidant and neuroprotectant.

Several weeks back, CMS caused quite a stir when its controversial star ratings for hospitals were released to the public.

Photosensitivity reactions are well-known adverse effects of many drugs.

A new pack of pharmacy interns has flooded the field to perfect their knowledge prior to graduation in May.

Meijer has announced that it will donate $5 to its signature hunger relief program, Simply Give, for each flu shot administered at its 230 stores.

Recent study results suggest gabapentin is safe and effective for this indication.