First Rapid Diagnostic Test for Detecting Ebola Virus Allowed by FDA
October 11th 2019Officials from the FDA have allowed marketing of a rapid diagnostic test (RDT) to help detect Ebola virus antigens in the bloodstream from certain living individuals and samples from recently deceased individuals suspected to have Ebola.
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Fast-Acting Nasal Spray An Option For Treatment-Resistant Depression
October 10th 2019The Pacific Ketamine Institute is now offering esketamine nasal spray (Spravato, Johnson & Johnson) for the treatment of patients who don't respond well to traditional oral antidepressants. It is a prescription medication to be used alongside an oral antidepressant.1
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Courier Service Delivering Health Care to Pharmacy Customers in Texas
October 10th 2019Prescription medications and other health care items, including vitamins and supplements, eyewear, and natural medicine, such as pharmaceutical-grade CBD oil, is being delivered in the Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) area with service to homes and offices.
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HIV Prevention Advocates Applaud New California Law
October 9th 2019California has passed SB 159, becoming the first state allowing pharmacists to dispense HIV prevention pills to patients without a doctor’s prescription. Supporters say the legislation will greatly reduce the spread of infection.1
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Having ‘A Lot of Patience’ is Key as a Woman in Pharmacy
October 9th 2019Nella Brisk, PharmD, knew she wanted to be a pharmacist, since the end of her high school career. Although she was aware of the amount of school and debt that would trail behind her, she was interested in starting her journey in the health care industry.
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Researchers Find Link Between Diabetes in Young Adults and Cardiometabolic Risk Factors
October 8th 2019A study has found that young adults with diabetes have high rates of cardiometabolic risk factors such as adiposity, blood pressure, chronic kidney disease, and history of cardiovascular disease. These risk factors can lead to an increased disease prevalence and mortality rate among these young adults as they age.
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National Alliance on Mental Illness Releases Free Online Class
October 8th 2019NAMI Basics OnDemand is an adaptation of the in-person NAMI Basics, a free, 6-session education program for parents, caregivers, and other family who provide care for adolescents aged 22 years or younger who are experiencing mental health symptoms.
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