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August 27th 2025
Increasing dietary potassium, such as from bananas, may lower blood pressure more effectively than reducing sodium alone.
Data Show Simvastatin Does Not Enhance Escitalopram Response in Comorbid Depression and Obesity
July 16th 2025Statins such as simvastatin do not have additional antidepressive effects in combination with standard escitalopram treatment in patients with comorbid major depressive disorder (MDD) and obesity.
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Pharmacists Address Thimerosal's Role, Safety, and ACIP's Updated Flu Vaccine Recommendation
July 15th 2025Adam James, PharmD, and Chris Altman, PharmD, discuss renewed public scrutiny of thimerosal, its limited use in vaccines today, and how new guidance may affect pharmacists and patient confidence moving forward.
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Finerenone and the Future of Diabetes-Related Kidney Care
Finerenone emerges as a promising treatment for patients with diabetes and chronic kidney disease, significantly reducing cardiovascular and renal risks.
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Independent Pharmacies Embrace AI to Solve Staffing Challenges and Boost Efficiency
July 14th 2025Independent pharmacy owners Raj Chhadua and Marc Ost are turning to AI-powered tools to streamline operations, improve efficiency, and enhance patient engagement—without sacrificing the personal touch.
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Finerenone Approved by FDA for Treatment of Adults With Heart Failure
July 14th 2025Previously indicated to reduce the risk of end-stage kidney disease, cardiovascular death, and hospitalization for heart failure (HF) in chronic kidney disease, finerenone is now approved for patients with HF directly, offering a new treatment option.
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APhA Foundation Drives Innovative Clinical Models at McKesson ideaShare 2025
July 12th 2025Innovative pharmacist-led care models—from tech-enabled Afib screenings and HPV immunizations to Medicare-supported diabetes prevention—demonstrate how pharmacies are redefining their role in team-based clinical care.
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