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Midwest Pharmacists Brave the Cold to Serve Patients
The 'polar vortex' that gripped much of the country this week has not stopped pharmacists from helping patients.
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Michigan Pharmacist Jumps on Snowmobile to Deliver Medications in Treacherous Weather
Andrea Cusack, RPh, has made national headlines braving treacherous conditions delivering prescriptions in a very creative way.
FDA Expands Alimta Label With Keytruda, Chemo Combo for Frontline NSCLC Treatment
The approval is based on data demonstrating improved progression-free survival and overall survival in patients with metastatic nonsquamous non-small cell lung cancer.
Should Pharmacists Refill a Prescription if the Prescriber's License is Inactive?
Most state pharmacy regulations do not specifically require verification of the prescriber’s license prior to dispensing.
Can Aspirin Use Improve Survival in Certain Patients With Head and Neck Cancer?
Study evaluates whether patients with head and neck cancer who have PIK3A gene mutations could benefit from regular aspirin use.
Opinion: Pharmacy Profession Needs to Invest in Digital Health This Year
With new products coming to the pharmacy market, such as smart devices and digital medicines, the profession will need to develop quickly to keep up pace.
Trending News Today: Almost Half of US Adults Have Heart Disease
Top news of the day across the health care landscape.
Trending News Today: Experimental App May Help Manage Type 1 Diabetes
Cannabis Ointment Shows Promise in Early Trial for Skin Disease
Topical medical grade cannabis ointment found to be safe and tolerable in early trial for skin disease.
Macy's, CVS Partner With American Heart Association to Go Red for Women
The 2 companies are joining the women’s heart health initiative to promote awareness for cardiovascular disease prevention.
FDA Approves Generic Inhalation Treatment for Asthma, COPD
Mylan's drug is approved for 100 mcg/50 mcg, 250 mcg/50 mcg, and 500 mcg/50 mcg doses.
Genetically-Modified Injectable Therapy Viable in Treating Metastatic Melanoma
An FDA-approved genetically modified herpes virus can effectively treat metastatic melanoma when injected into the tumor.
Trending News Today: UPMC Health Plan, AstraZeneca Enter Value-based Contract for Heart Drug
Trending News Today: American Lung Association Criticizes FDA on E-cigarette Regulation
Management Styles: What Type of Pharmacy Leader Are You?
As pharmacists, we manage and supervise people on a daily basis. It is important to distinguish what type of leader you are and which styles are more effective when dealing with different people in the pharmacy.
Targeted Approach Shows Promise in Treating Deadly Pediatric Brain Cancer
A targeted therapeutic approach shrank tumors caused by medulloblastoma, a deadly form a pediatric brain cancer.
Task Force Recommends Ocular Prophylaxis for Gonococcal Ophthalmia Neonatorum
Screening for and treatment of gonorrhea in pregnant women are also important strategies for preventing gonococcal ophthalmia neonatorum in babies, according to the Task Force.
FDA OKs First Generic Version of Advair Diskus
The generic drug (Wixela Inhub, Mylan) is indicated to treat patients with asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, including bronchitis and emphysema.
Recall Expanded for Oral Suspension Drops
The affected lots have been found to contain levels of ibuprofen concentration that are higher than the specified limit.
Perceived HIV Risk Affects PrEP Uptake Among Individuals With Access
Individuals who perceive themselves to be at a high risk of HIV are more likely to accept pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) than their peers.
FDA Approves Nasal Spray Treatment for Migraine
The FDA has approved sumatriptan nasal spray (Tosymra, Promius Pharma) for the acute treatment of migraine with or without aura in adults.
Rising Insulin Costs Addressed at Senate Hearing on Drug Prices
Senate Finance Committee Chairman Senator Charles Grassley pledged to “get to the bottom of the insulin price problem.”
Senate Hearing on Drug Prices Addresses Skyrocketing Insulin Costs
Senate Finance Committee Chairman Senator Charles Grassley pledged to “get to the bottom of the insulin price problem.â€
Congress Addresses High Drug Costs in Hearing
In a congressional hearing held on Capitol Hill today, the damaging impact of rising insulin prices was the centerpiece of a larger discussion on rising drug costs in the United States.
Trending News Today: Aetna, Apple App to Use Personal Data to Customize Health Goals
Driven by Surging Prices, Patient Spend on Insulin Nearly Doubles Over 5 Years
Analysis shows prices among all insulin types and products increased steadily between 2012 and 2016.
Trending News Today: Vizient Report Projects Increase in Health System Pharmacy Spending
What Factors Influence Response to Multiple Myeloma Treatment?
Two recent studies analyzed factors that impacted response to therapy in patients with multiple myeloma.
Truvada Commercial During 'Rent: Live' Sparks Dialogue About PrEP Accessibility
A prescription drug ad broadcast during the musical on television has set the stage for a larger conversation about patient access to preexposure prophylaxis medication.
Study Shows Syphilis Is Increasing Among Pregnant Women
Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection that has increased significantly among pregnant women and newborns.