The Pharmacy Times® Flu Resource Center is a comprehensive resource for clinical news and expert insights on the treatment of influenza, a contagious viral infection that can cause mild to severe symptoms and life-threatening complications.
January 31st 2024
The FDA revisited the use of phenylephrine in OTC medications and called for more substantial evidence supporting its efficacy when taken orally.
Reducing Barriers Associated With Pneumococcal Vaccine Uptake
1.5 Credits / Immunization, Infectious Diseases
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Reducing the Incidence and Severity of RSV in Older Adults: Opportunities for Patient Identification and Vaccination Counseling
1.0 Credit / Infectious Diseases, Pulmonology/Respiratory
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Background and Key Concepts in Biosimilars: Improving Awareness and Addressing Common Concerns
1.0 Credit / Law
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Clinical Conversations With the Cancer Care Team: Striving for Equitable Access to Oral Anticancer Medications
1.5 Credits / Law, Oncology
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Examining the Evidence for Emerging Vaccines to Prevent RSV-Related Complications in Older Adults
2.0 Credits / Infectious Diseases, Respiratory, Immunization
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Maximizing Patient Safety and Efficacy With Oxymetazoline OTC Products and the Management of Nasal Congestion: A Pharmacist's Guide to Optimal Use (Pharmacy Technician Credit)
2.0 Credits / OTC
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Maximizing Patient Safety and Efficacy With Oxymetazoline OTC Products and the Management of Nasal Congestion: A Pharmacist's Guide to Optimal Use
2.0 Credits / OTC
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Influenza Prevention in the At-Risk Adult Population and the Pharmacist's Role in an Evolving Influenza Vaccine Landscape
1.25 Credits / Immunization, Infectious Disease
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Child Abuse: Responsibilities and Protection of the Reporter
1.0 Credit / Law
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The Role of Daily Photoprotection and Antioxidants in Sun Protection: A Guide for Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians (Pharmacy Technician)
1.0 Credit / Dermatology, OTC
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The Role of Daily Photoprotection and Antioxidants in Sun Protection: A Guide for Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians
1.0 Credit / Dermatology, OTC
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Skin-Related Changes in Persons With Diabetes: Using Ceramides to Address Skin Barrier Dysfunction
1.0 Credit / Dermatology, OTC
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Adjunctive Therapies in Atopic Dermatitis: Understanding the Role of the Skin Barrier and Microbiome in Disease Management
1.0 Credit / Dermatology, OTC
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Skin-Related Changes in Persons With Diabetes: Using Ceramides to Address Skin Barrier Dysfunction (Pharmacy Technician Credit)
1.0 Credit / Dermatology, OTC
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Adjunctive Therapies in Atopic Dermatitis: Understanding the Role of the Skin Barrier and Microbiome in Disease Management (Pharmacy Technician Credit)
1.0 Credit / Dermatology, OTC
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Understanding the Role of Ceramides in Acne Management: Opportunities to Improve Clinical Outcomes
1.0 Credit / Dermatology, OTC
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Examining Patient Burden in Atopic Dermatitis: Understanding Treatment Barriers and Optimal Use of OTC Skin Care Products, featuring a Caregiver Perspective (Pharmacy Technici...
0.5 Credit / Dermatology, OTC
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Examining Patient Burden in Atopic Dermatitis: Understanding Treatment Barriers and Optimal Use of OTC Skin Care Products, featuring a Caregiver Perspective
0.5 Credit / Dermatology, OTC
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Pharmacy Students Lead Drive-Through Influenza Vaccination Event
Idaho State University partners with the Idaho Immunization Coalition to effectively and safely vaccinate patients against influenza.
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Flu Vaccination Associated With Fewer COVID-19 Cases, Less Severe Symptoms
April 2nd 2021Patients who received a flu shot during the last flu season were significantly less likely to test positive for a COVID-19 infection at the start of the pandemic, according to a study published in the American Journal of Infection Control.
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Study Estimates Financial Impact of COVID-19 as Insurers End Grace Period for Hospital Costs
February 24th 2021The estimate is based on a new analysis of out-of-pocket costs for influenza-related hospitalizations in 2018 that were paid by people with Medicare Advantage plans, which are Medicare plans run by private insurance companies.
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Resources to Help Pharmacists Develop Alternative Flu Vaccination Sites
January 5th 2021Pharmacy Times® interviewed Alan Green, the US head of sales, infectious disease at AstraZeneca, on the Flu+Force campaign and the resources it provides to help pharmacists develop alternative flu vaccination sites.
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Survey Finds Younger Generations Have Least Amount of Trust in COVID-19 Vaccine
December 23rd 2020Emphasizing the importance of the COVID-19 vaccine to younger generations and those with no underlying health conditions could significantly increase the overall rate of vaccination in the United States.
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Vaccine Billing Coverage Options: Seasonal Influenza and Future COVID-19 Vaccines
December 16th 2020A thorough understanding of immunization billing processes for Medicare, Medicaid, and other third-party payers will be critical to ensure pharmacy staff can efficiently serve their communities and facilitate a smooth reimbursement process.
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