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Jeffrey Fudin, PharmD, DAIPM, FASHP, FFSMB, discusses the role pharmacists play in the opioid crisis and pain management. This video was filmed at the 2019 ASHP Midyear Clinical Meeting & Exhibition in Las Vegas.

Researchers say several key questions remain in the treatment of breast cancer: whether CDK4/6i therapy should be continued beyond progression, what the mechanisms of resistance are, and how agents should be selected.

"I think immunotherapy has certainly arrived for breast cancer," said Rita Nanda, MD.

Research presented at the ASHP (American Society of Health-System Pharmacists) 54th Midyear Clinical Meeting & Exhibition in Las Vegas showed that patients who received focused attention from pharmacists during hospital stays expressed higher satisfaction.

The award is in recognition of members David F. Chen, senior director of the Section of Pharmacy Practice Leaders, and Verna L. Reed, director of Customer Relations and Materials Management for their exemplary work within the organization.

Emmy-award winning actress Julia Louis-Dreyfus brought the huge crowd to its feet Wednesday at the ASHP (American Society of Health-System Pharmacists) 54th Midyear Clinical Meeting & Exhibition in Las Vegas, Nevada, during a conversation with Caleb McEwen, artistic director of the Brave New Workshop comedy theater in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Krutika Mediwala, PharmD, BCPS, explains current best practices for health systems in antimicrobial stewardship. This video was filmed at the 2019 ASHP 54th Midyear Clinical Meeting & Exhibition in Las Vegas.

Patricia Spears discusses what clinical trials can offer and when to start discussing them with patients. This video was filmed December 11 at the 2019 San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium.

Tom Kraus, vice president, government affairs for the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) discusses legislators' top concerns with drug pricing and what they're doing to solve the problem. This video was filmed at the ASHP 54th Midyear Clinical Meeting & Exhibition in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Volunteer leaders recognized for advancing mission of sections, new practitioners forum.

Danny Sanchez, VP and general manager of population health services for Omnicell, discusses how technology is bringing pharmacists closer to their patients. This video was filmed at the 2019 ASHP Midyear Clinical Meeting & Exhibition in Las Vegas.

Immunotherapy drug blinatumomab showed benefit in pediatric patients with relapsed acute lymphoblastic leukemia who have minimal residual disease following chemotherapy.

A combination therapy of carfilzomib, dexamethasone, and daratumumab extended progression-free survival when compared with carfilzomib and dexamethasone in patients with relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma.

An oral formulation of azacitidine improved overall survival in patients with acute myeloid leukemia in first remission.

In addition to handling issues such as depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, suicide screenings, and anxiety, many mental health pharmacists deal with typical metabolic conditions, such as hypertension and diabetes.

Lisa Dumkow, PharmD, BCIDP, a clinical pharmacist of antimicrobial stewardship, discusses outpatient stewardship and why it's vital for health system pharmacists. This video was filmed at the 2019 ASHP Midyear Meeting Clinical Meeting & Exhibition in Las Vegas.

Tim Ulbrich, PharmD and CEO of Your Financial Pharmacist, discusses his top tips for pharmacists with student loans. This video was filmed at the 2019 ASHP Midyear Clinical Meeting & Exhibition in Las Vegas, Nevada.

The current observational, longitudinal study focused on patient-reported outcomes on functioning, symptoms, and quality of life in patients with chronic lymphocytic leukemia.

Four healthcare practitioners have been recognized by the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) with different leadership awards. The honorees were presented with the awards during specific ceremonies at the ASHP Midyear Clinical Meeting and Exhibition in Las Vegas.

A pharmacy-driven assessment found more than half of patients with reported penicillin allergies were able to take antibiotics from the same drug class, rather than resorting to substitutes that may have downsides.

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A poster presented at the American Society of Hematology Annual Meeting and Exposition assessed disease-related health care utilization and costs among patients with multiple myeloma.

The award recognizes pharmacists who demonstrate leadership and innovation in enhancing patient care and other areas of pharmacy practice.

Formulary management tools can seem daunting or frustrating, but are ultimately effective ways to control costs without compromising clinical outcomes.

In a session at the American Society of Hematology Annual Meeting and Exposition, held December 7-10 in Orlando, Florida, experts presented on the evolution of CLL therapy, how to make treatment decisions, and what’s to come in the future based on ongoing studies.

Population migration to more urban locales, and rural hospital closures are some factors increasing the challenges of health care access to patients and pharmacists in remote areas of the country. Innovation advocated by the National Rural Health Association (NRHA) may provide keys to improving access to health care services.

Jennifer Woyach, MD, associate professor at The Ohio State University, gives an overview of the new data in chronic lymphocytic leukemia being presented at the 2019 American Society of Hematology Annual Meeting and Exposition.

Jennifer Woyach, MD, associate professor at The Ohio State University, discusses current clinical trials going on in the chronic lymphocytic leukemia space that are most likely to impact the treatment landscape.