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Advancing Patient Safety: Pharmacist-Led Strategies in Vaccination, Antimicrobial Stewardship, and Nutrient Management
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The Evolving Fellowship Application Process
The process provides an opportunity for personal and professional growth.
New Walgreens Program Aims to Enable Pharmacy Technicians to Pursue PharmD Degrees
PharmStart empowers pharmacy technicians to pursue their education with tuition-free prerequisites, addressing barriers to entering pharmacy school.
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Study: Specialized Face Mask Accurately Detects Presence of CKD Using Chemicals in Patient’s Breath
In approximately 84% of cases, the mask was able to detect if patients had chronic kidney disease (CKD).
Global Review Finds Gaps in Pneumococcal Vaccine Policies for High-Risk Children
The study found that only 38% of nations have risk-based pneumococcal vaccine policies.
Specialty Pharmacy at a Crossroads, Say Attendees at Asembia’s AXS25 Summit
Specialty pharmacy experts and key opinion leaders gathered at Asembia’s AXS25 Summit and discussed critical insights in interviews with Pharmacy Times®.
Tyk2 Inhibition Prevents Islet Inflammation and Delays Type 1 Diabetes Development in Mice
New research reveals a promising strategy to slow type 1 diabetes progression by targeting inflammation with an existing psoriasis drug.
AUC 5 vs AUC 6: MUSC Study Highlights the Trade-offs in Neoadjuvant Breast Cancer Treatment
Lacy La Fever, PharmD, MS, discussed outcomes associated with different carboplatin AUC dosing strategies.
FDA Approves Teal Wand, First At-Home Self-Collection Cervical Cancer Screening Device
The new at-home test aims to increase comfort and screening timeliness through a more accessible method.
Live Zoster Vaccine May Reduce Risk of Cardiovascular Events by 23%, Study Finds
The most substantial reduction was achieved 2 to 3 years after vaccination with a sustained protective effect lasting up to 8 years.
Considerations for the Use of Abemaciclib vs Ribociclib in Breast Cancer
Abemaciclib and ribociclib have various risks and benefits in treating early breast cancer, highlighting the importance of patient-provider communication.
Study: RSV Vaccine Response in Lung Transplant Recipients
A recent study highlights the promising immune response and safety of the Arexvy vaccine in lung transplant recipients, crucial for preventing RSV infections.
Study Finds Endometriosis May Be Linked to Traumatic Experiences
These findings demonstrate an association that is independent of the disease’s genetic predisposition.
Plozasiran Shows Promise as Cholesterol-Lowering Treatment for Mixed Hyperlipidemia
Plozasiran shows promise in reducing cholesterol and triglyceride levels in patients with mixed hyperlipidemia and other harmful conditions, addressing significant cardiovascular risks.
Student Advocacy in Pharmacy
Student pharmacists can work toward a better future for patients, themselves, and the profession.
Obicetrapib Plus Ezetimibe Reduced LDL-C in Patients With or at Risk of Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease
The fixed-dose combination yielded a 49% greater reduction in low density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) compared with placebo.
FDA Approves Avutometinib/Defactinib for Adults With KRAS-Mutated Recurrent LGSOC
With the FDA approval, avutometinib/defactinib is now the first and only FDA-approved treatment for patients with recurrent low-grade serous ovarian cancer (LGSOC).
Vitamin B Supplements Could Aid Glaucoma, Slowing Disease Progression
New research reveals that B vitamins and choline may slow glaucoma progression, offering hope for innovative treatments beyond traditional methods.
Coalition of Pharmacy Organizations Urges Congress to Pass ECAPS Legislation
The Ensuring Community Access to Pharmacist Services (ECAPS) Act would enhance Medicare coverage for pharmacist services and ensure seniors can access essential care in underserved areas.
B4DT Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Has Sustained Treatment Effects in Patients With Panic Disorders
These results build off prior studies which demonstrated effectiveness of Bergen 4-day treatment (B4DT) in patients with panic disorders.
The Role of Physical Activity in Breast Cancer Risk Reduction and Survival
Pharmacists can educate patients on nonpharmacologic strategies that help improve survival outcomes.
FDA Grants Fast Track Designation to IBS 2001, An Investigational Trispecific Antibody for Multiple Myeloma
The agent demonstrated promising tolerability and manageable safety.
Neoadjuvant Trastuzumab Deruxtecan Improves Pathologic Complete Response in Patients With HER2+ Early Breast Cancer
Trastuzumab deruxtecan was safe and efficacious prior to treatment with paclitaxel, trastuzumab, and pertuzumab.
INF108 Granted Orphan Drug Designation, Rare Pediatric Drug Designation for Preterm Infants With NEC
Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) is a life-threatening illness that is characterized by the inflammation of the intestinal lining, which can lead to intestinal perforation.
Asembia AXS25: Navigating the Transformative Landscape of GLP-1 Medications
Advancing Screening for Chronic Kidney Disease: The Expanding Role of Pharmacists
Expert: Navigating the Next Decade of Market Growth and Innovation for Biosimilars
Dracey Poore explores the future of biosimilars, emphasizing the need for increased adoption.
Asembia AXS25: Emotional Support Transforms Specialty Pharmacy Patient Care
Specialty pharmacy experts discuss how emotional support, addressing patient loneliness, and peer-to-patient programs can significantly improve medication adherence and patient care.
GLP-1 Drugs Show Promise in Lowering Health Care Costs, Report Says
Adherence to GLP-1 receptor agonists showed a 59% drop in inpatient hospital costs.
Low-Dose Chlorthalidone Granted FDA Approval for Treatment of Adults With Hypertension
The 12.5-mg dose tablet enhances hypertension treatment options and reduces adverse effects for patients.
