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Health Care Professionals Can Help Prevent Chlamydia Infections
Due to the large number of people affected, chlamydia has become a global health concern.
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Monday Pharmaceutical Mystery: July 8
Why is this healthy young man getting frequent food poisoning?
Hematological Cancers Increase Long-Term Risk of Blood Clots, Bleeding Events
A recent study analyzed the 10-year absolute risks of thromboembolism and bleeding in patients with a history of hematologic cancer.
Trending News Today: Hormone Therapy Linked to Dementia
Top news of the day from across the health care landscape.
Study Finds Inaccuracies in Electronic Health Records for Ophthalmic Medications
A new study of patients treated with ophthalmology medications indicates that electronic health records may not contain accurate, up-to-date information.
Newly-Identified Immune Cells Are Key Drivers of HIV Infection
CDc11+ dendritic cells are the first to interact with HIV and transmit the virus to other cells in the body.
App Offers Retinopathy Screening for Patients with Diabetes
Retina Risk is a new app that patients can use to help screen for their risk of retinopathy.
Patients with Psoriasis Frequently Use Complementary, Alternative Medicine as Treatment
Patients with psoriasis reported frequent use of complementary or alternative medicine, but less than half said they would recommend these therapies to others.
Survey: 2 in 5 Americans Doubt Vaccine Safety
The AOA recommends that prescribers not argue with their patients who may be against vaccinations, but instead, provide information and resources on the benefits and remain as a resource for any potential questions.
Turmeric May Be the Answer to Osteosarcoma Treatment
As young patients with bone cancer are often treated with high doses of chemotherapy before and after surgery, researchers wanted to develop gentler treatment options.
New Treatment for Refractory Multiple Myeloma Granted FDA Approval
Selinexor (Xpovio, Karyopharm) tablets in combination with the corticosteroid dexamethasone was approved under the agency's accelerated approval program.
FDA Grants Accelerated Approval to Selinexor for Heavily Pretreated Multiple Myeloma
Selinexor (Xpovio, Karyopharm) received approval in combination with dexamethasone for heavily-pretreated patients with relapsed or refractory multiple myeloma.
New Research Offers Insight on Potential Therapeutic Targets for Rheumatoid Arthritis, Lupus
Three new studies looked at the mechanisms involved in tissue damage related to rheumatoid arthritis and lupus.
The FOXA1 Gene in Prostate Cancer: Fast, Furious, and Loud
FOXA1 has been previously known to be mutated in prostate cancer; however, its biological functions were not understood well.
Turning to Technology for Managing Drug Shortages
One company, LogicStream Health, creates software that integrates with a hospital EHR system for multiple platform services.
Trending News Today: Study Examines Treatment Patterns in Patients with Psoriatic Arthritis
Targeting HIV Transmission Rates
Health care professionals, including pharmacists and nurse practitioners, play a critical role in attaining goals for reducing HIV transmission.
New Study Shows Drug Shortages Have a Large Impact on Hospitals
Drug shortages can adversely affect patient care in the community and hospital settings.
Aptevo Launches New Ixinity Assay for Patients with Hemophilia B
Aptevo Therapeutics announced the launch of its new vial size for its coagulation factor IX recombinant (Ixinity) treatment for hemophilia B in the US market.
Adherence to Prophylactic Treatment Improves Physical Activity in Hemophilia A
A recent study showed that adherence to prophylaxis for severe hemophilia A can improve a patient’s physical performance.
Trending News Today: No Significant Difference Found in HIV Risk Based on Contraceptive Used
Water Safety Tips for the Silent Killer Among Children: Drowning
Water safety is important, especially with summertime here, but it is crucial for parents to remain vigilant all year round.
Product News: New Label Color for Medication Requiring Special Handling
Medi-Dose® has created bright yellow Lid-Label® Covers for use with our Circular and Oval Medi-Cup® Blisters.
Pharmacy Student with Flair for Science to Compete for Title of Miss America
Camille Schrier, a PharmD student at the VCU School of Pharmacy, used a fun science experiment to showcase her talent during the Miss Virginia pageant.
More than 5 Million Patients with Cancer History in the US Have Chronic Pain
Specific types of cancer—such as bone, kidney, throat, and uterine—also had a higher incidence of chronic and severe pain that restricted daily activity.
Monday Pharmaceutical Mystery: July 1
What is causing excessive bruising in a patient?
Long-Lasting Inhibition of Radiographic Progression Shown with Secukinumab for Psoriatic Arthritis
Treatment with secukinumab (Cosentyx, Novartis) inhibited radiographic progression in most patients with psoriatic arthritis over 2 years in a phase 3 trial.
Trending News Today: Louisiana, Asegua Partner for 5-Year Hepatitis C Treatment Plan
CDC: 2018-2019 Flu Season the Longest in a Decade
The 21-week 2018-2019 influenza season was the longest in 10 years.
Managing Travel Vaccinations at Community Pharmacies
Bruce Kneeland, community pharmacy consultant, discusses how community pharmacists can counsel and manage travel vaccinations at their pharmacies, in an interview with Pharmacy Times.
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