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Backing Up: Addressing Adherence Barriers in COPD
Patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) often have difficulty adhering to medications, leading to exacerbations, and often hospitalization.
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Novel Stem Cell Therapy Harnesses Herpes Virus to Attack Melanoma
Stem cells carrying oncolytic herpes simplex virus effective against cancer that has metastasized to the brain.
Investigational HIV Vaccine Effective, Well-Tolerated Among Patients
Mosaic vaccines observed to bolster immune response against HIV.
Trending News Today: Jury Convicts Notorious Price-Gouger Martin Shkreli
Top news of the day from across the health care landscape.
HIV-Specific Broadly Neutralizing Antibody Minimally Impacts Time to Viral Rebound Following ART Interruption
The study is the first to evaluate VRC01 antibody in patients who started antiretroviral therapy during acute HIV infection.
Pharmaceutical Care Improves Outcomes in Patients With HIV
Pharmacist intervention on drug-related problems in HIV outpatients can alleviate adherence issues.
Trending News Today: Affordable Care Act Uncertainty Could Raise Premiums
Top news of the day from across the healthcare landscape.
FDA Updates Labeling for OIC Medication
Most patients on opioids experience one if not more adverse events, many gastrointestinal, during the course of therapy.
The Unusual Discovery of Commonly Prescribed Medications: Part 3
This article will describe the unusual discovery of 5 commonly prescribed medications, many of which were through serendipitous events.
4 Things Pharmacists Should Know About Eculizumab and Meningococcal Disease
Eculizumab is an injection that is associated with an increased risk of meningococcal disease.
A Conference for those Looking for a Nontraditional Pharmacy Career
When I first interviewed a pharmacist about her pharmacy position for my column, I found what I was meant to do and what I love to do: tell stories.
PBMs Release 2018 Formulary Lists Tops AJPB Week in Review
Top articles of the week from The American Journal of Pharmacy Benefits.
EU Approves Pan-Genotypic Drug for Chronic Hepatitis C Virus
Maviret is an 8-week treatment that combines 2 distinct antiviral agents.
Judge Issues Injunction Against Pharmacy Company
Isomeric allegedly manufactured and distributed purportedly sterile drug products, including injectable and ophthalmic drugs that were adulterated because the drugs were made under insanitary conditions.
DEA Proposes Reducing Opioid Manufacturing for 2018
Officials with the US Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) have proposed to cut the amount of controlled substances to be manufactured in 2018 by 20%, compared to 2017, according to a press release.
NASP President Discusses How Organization Works to Combat DIR Fees
Rebecca Shanahan, JD, chief executive officer of Avella Specialty and president of the National Association of Specialty Pharmacy speaks about DIR fees in a 3-part interview.
Experimental Drug May Normalize Brain Function in Alzheimer's Disease
BACE inhibitors observed to reduce amyloid production and accumulation in the brain.
Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support Guidelines Released
The American Diabetes Association and the American Association of Diabetes Educators report seeks to improve self-care and management of the chronic condition.
FDA Drug Approvals Highlights SPT Week in Review
Top news of the week from Specialty Pharmacy Times.
FDA Advisory Committee Backs Pending Approval of Xeljanz to Treat Psoriatic Arthritis
If approved, Xeljanz will be the first Janus kinase inhibitor for psoriatic arthritis.
Reported Cases of HIV-Infection Increases 140% in Philippines
Pilot project to bring pre-exposure prophylaxis to the Philippines for the first time.
Pharmacy Week in Review: August 4, 2017
A look at last week's top stories in the world of pharmacy.
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Trending News Today: Telehealth Program Aims to Improve Veteran Care
FDA Grants Durvalumab Breakthrough Therapy Designation for Locally-Advanced Lung Cancer
Durvalumab is indicated to treat patients with locally-advanced, unresectable non-small cell lung cancer.
Exploiting Cancer's Achilles Heel to Improve Treatment Options
Targeting cell mutations could disrupt tumor cell growth without harming non-cancerous cells.
Uptake of Statins Lacking After Stroke
Less than half of patients who experience a stroke receive a statin prescription.
Drug Interaction Concerns Negatively Impact Certain Patients With HIV
HIV-positive patients may not remain adherent to antiretroviral therapy and feminizing hormone therapy due to concerns over drug interactions.
Trending News Today: Department of Veterans Affairs Launches Telehealth Initiative
Program Targets Opioid Fraud and Abuse
To combat the abuse and diversion of opioid medications, Attorney General Jeff Sessions has announced the formation of a new Department of Justice (DOJ) pilot program to crack down on opioid-related health care fraud.
A look at the top stories in pharmacy last week.
