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Transition Programs Beneficial for Youth with Diabetes Moving to Adult Care
Transition care may improve diabetes outcomes, according to a study presented at the American Diabetes Association’s 77th Scientific Sessions.
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EMA Releases Guide on Biosimilars in the EU
The guide seeks to provide health care professionals with reference information on the science and regulation underpinning biosimilar use.
Trending News Today: Senate Continues Push to Pass AHCA
Top news of the day from across the healthcare landscape.
Antibody-Based Biosensor Can Monitor Drug Levels
New biosensor can detect methotrexate, theophylline, and quinine in the blood.
Trending News Today: Supreme Court Ruling Paves the Way for Biosimilar Growth
Top news of the day from across the health care landscape.
Continuous Glucose Monitoring Beneficial for Patients with Diabetes
American Diabetes Association’s 77th Scientific Sessions highlight benefits of glucose monitoring.
NCPA Highlights Role of PBMs in Rising Prescription Drug Prices to U.S. Senate HELP Committee
5 Smoking Cessation Studies Every Pharmacist Should Know
Over the years, a number of landmark clinical studies on smoking cessation pharmacotherapy have been published, shaping how we treat people today. Here are 5 of those that every pharmacist should know:
Pharmacists: Attend a Non-Pharmacy Conference
Taking advantage of all the value that nonpharmacy organizations have to offer.
Metformin Observed to Reduce Heart Disease Risk in Type 1 Diabetes
REMOVAL trial results presented at the American Diabetes Association’s 77th Scientific Sessions.
Personalized Dosing in Firstline Advanced Lung Cancer Would Save US Millions
The FDA recommends a 200-mg dose of pembrolizumab every 3 weeks, but researchers disagree.
State Biosimilar Bill Signed into Law
Another state passes legislation to increase uptake of biosimilars.
Physician Satisfaction May Influence Oncology Prescribing
Taking steps to improve customer satisfaction may increase oncology revenue for manufacturers.
Guardians of the Galaxy Star Calls Attention to HIV Awareness in Sia Music Video
HIV/AIDS is the number 1 killer among women of reproductive age.
Healthy Obesity Still Leads to Cardiovascular Events
Patients with metabolically healthy obesity have a 50% increased risk of coronary heart disease.
HDAC Inhibitors May Have Potential to Treat Psoriasis
Agents fight cancer by temporarily loosening DNA, increasing the expression of tumor suppressors, and making the tumor more vulnerable.
FDA Approves Oral Powder for Pediatric HIV Treatment
Powder formulation of HIV drug receives FDA approval.
Pharmacy Week in Review: June 9, 2017
A look at the top stories in pharmacy last week.
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Oral Pediatric HIV Treatment Gets FDA Approval
Ritonavir is indicated in combination with other antiretroviral agents for the treatment of pediatric patients with HIV-1.
Illicit Drug Use Significantly Underreported
Survey methods may lead to varying responses to questions related to drug use.
Oral Add-On Drug to Methotrexate Shows Promise in Rheumatoid Arthritis
Filgotinib may offer new option for patients with rheumatoid arthritis who have an inadequate response to methotrexate.
PCSK9 Inhibitors Reduce Cardiovascular Risks in Type 2 Diabetes
Results of the ODYSSEY study presented at the American Diabetes Association’s 77th Scientific Sessions.
Trending News Today: AHCA Could Make Maintaining Healthcare While Switching Jobs More Difficult
Findings from inTandem1 and inTandem2 Featured at ADA Scientific Sessions
Sotagliflozin effective in treating patients with type 1 diabetes.
Soliqua Shows Promise Lowering Hemoglobin A1C Levels in Type 2 Diabetes
Findings presented at ADA conference highlight effiacy of insulin glargine/lixisenatide combination.
Trending News Today: Knowledge Gap Found in Patients With Advanced Cancer
The Pharmacist's Role in Evaluating Complementary, Alternative Medicine
Use of natural, herbal, vitamin, and traditional cures available in grocery stores, gas stations, drugstores, health food stores, and from the Internet continues to grow.
Study Shows Switching to Toujeo Lowers Risk of Hypoglycemia in Seniors With Diabetes
Patients who switched to insulin glargine were 57% less likely to experience hypoglycemia.
Texting System Helps Teens With Diabetes Improve Glycemic Control
Two-way text messaging system either maintained or improved A1C levels for teens with type 1 diabetes.
Medicare Drug Rebate Debate Highlights AJPB Week in Review
Top articles of the week from The American Journal of Pharmacy Benefits.