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Overactive Bladder Drug Highly Prescribed Regardless of Cognitive Risks
Oxybutynin may speed cognitive decline in elderly patients, but is still prescribed.
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Novel DNA Sequencing Technique Could Diagnose Liver Cancer Before Tumors Develop
New technique determines whether cells have been exposed to a cancer-causing toxin.
Staying Up Late May Contribute to Depression in Diabetes Patients
Patients with diabetes who preferred nighttime were more likely to experience depression symptoms.
Genomic, Proteomic Tumor Analyses May Advance Breast Cancer Treatment
Employing proteogenomics helps identifies therapeutic targets in breast cancer.
Patients Unaware of How to Meet Cholesterol Goals
Forty-seven percent of patients with heart disease did not receive a cholesterol check within the past year.
Counseling on Supplement Use in Patients with HIV
Nearly 70% of patients with HIV take dietary supplements with their antiretroviral therapy.
FDA Approves First Drug to Treat Neurologic Condition
Valbenazine (Ingrezza) is a selective vesicular monamine transporter 2 inhibitor approved for tardive dyskinesia.
Study: Fresh Fruit Consumption Linked to Lower Diabetes Risks?
An epidemiological study of nearly half a million Chinese adults found an association between higher fresh fruit intake and lower risk of diabetes and related complications.
Pediatric Pharmacy Advocacy Group: Promote and Support HPV Vaccination
Now, the Pediatric Pharmacy Advocacy Group (PPAG) has joined ACIP in issuing recommendations for HPV vaccination.
FDA Harnessing Technology in Attempt to Improve Product Safety
Program simulates the physiology of the human body to provide a response model to diseases, medications, and chemicals.
FDA Collaborates with Technology Company to Improve Product Safety
Organs-on-Chips will be used to assess the safety of food, supplements, and cosmetics.
Increased Vitamin D Levels May Help Prevent Cancer Development
Women given vitamin D3 and calcium supplements had a 30% lower risk of cancer.
Trending News Today: FDA Approves First Drug for Tardive Dyskinesia
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Live-Attenuated Zika Vaccine Candidate Successful in Mice
A developmental live-attenuated Zika vaccine showed complete protection from the virus in mice after a single vaccination dose, according to new research published in Nature Medicine.1
Patients with HIV: Counsel About Complementary and Alternative Supplement Use
Many patients who have HIV use complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) to help handle their health issues.
Medicare Advantage, Part D Programs Finalized for Next Year
The final policies are similar to those proposed in February, but underwent changes that were discussed during the public comment period.
FDA Approves First Drug for Tardive Dyskinesia
The FDA has approved valbenazine (Ingrezza, Neurocrine Biosciences Inc.) capsules, the first drug approved to treat adults with tardive dyskinesia.
Continuing Education Opportunities Highlight Asembia Specialty Pharmacy Summit
Attendees at the 2017 Asembia Specialty Pharmacy Summit will feature a robust lineup of sessions to obtain pharmacy CE credits.
Novel Approach May Revolutionize Creation of HIV Vaccine
Determining the composition of HIV’s glycoprotein can help fight the virus.
Bill Introduced in Congress Seeks to Improve Pharmacy Access in Underserved Areas
Legislation would allow community pharmacies to participate in Part D networks if they accept regulations and conditions that other in-network pharmacies operate within.
Lawmakers Continue to Challenge PBMs Through Legislation
Sen Ron Wyden (D-OR) introduced the C-THRU Act to regulate pharmacy benefit managers.
New Legislation Would Increase Access to Community Pharmacies
HR 1939 would allow community pharmacies to participate in Part D plans.
Dietary Supplements May Not Improve Cardiovascular Health
Long-term multivitamin use not found to reduce the risk of cardiovascular events or mortality.
Novel Molecule May Provide Targeted Treatment for Advanced Prostate Cancer
Selective androgen receptor degraders show promise as treatment for castration-resistant prostate cancer.
Researchers Note Tigecycline-Resistant Human Pathogens in Dogs
Spanish researchers have documented the first example of tigecycline-resistant bacteria adapted to living on companion animals through a study that analyzed bacteria isolated from dogs at a veterinary hospital.
Biogen Wins Patent Dispute for Multiple Sclerosis Drug Tecfidera
Under the ruling, Biogen secured Tecfidera exclusivity through 2028.
Trending News Today: Risk From Thyroid Cancer Could be Underestimated
NIH Grants Lead to Overwhelming Number of Private Sector Biomedical Patents
Thirty-one percent of NIH grants have been cited in biomedical patents.
Certain Immune Cells Play Crucial Role in Immunotherapy Response, Study Suggests
Findings may explain why some patients with cancer respond to immunotherapy while others do not.