The Need for Antimicrobial Stewardship, HAI Infection Prevention During the COVID-19 Pandemic
March 3rd 2021Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, patients hospitalized with the disease have had more to face than just the fight against COVID-19, as co-infection with drug-resistant pathogens has been shown to also contribute to rates of mortality and readmission.
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Study: Low-Quality Diet During Pregnancy May Be Associated With Late-Childhood Obesity
March 2nd 2021Eating a low-quality diet high in foods and food components associated with chronic inflammation during pregnancy may be associated with an increased risk of obesity and excess body fat in children, especially during late childhood.
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NDA Submitted to FDA for Ivosidenib for Previously Treated IDH1-Mutated Cholangiocarcinoma
March 2nd 2021A supplemental new drug application has been submitted to the FDA for ivosidenib tablets (Tibsovo) as a potential therapeutic option for patients with previously treated, IDH1-mutated cholangiocarcinoma.
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American Pharmacists Association Commends Executive Order to Support Pharmaceutical Supply Chains
March 2nd 2021APhA commended President Biden’s signing of the executive order in a press release, noting that adequate drug supply would be critical to ensuring pharmacists’ ability to provide care to patients during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Expert: Communities of Color Want to Be Vaccinated, the Problem is Vaccine Supply
March 1st 2021It has taken both time and effort to address the equitable allocation of COVID-19 vaccinations, and in communities such as Prince George’s County in Maryland, significant effort has been made to address barriers to access.
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Perspectives From Pharmacists, Educators on the Frontlines of COVID-19 Immunizations
March 1st 2021As a majority of advanced pharmacy practice experiences need to include direct patient care, immunizing provides students an opportunity to provide this care along with consultation around the COVID-19 vaccine and adverse effects.
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