A recent case report detailing multiple procedures and inconclusive biopsies underwent by a patient with unusual presentation of immunoglobulin G4-related disease before conclusive diagnosis emphasizes the importance of follow-up with patients with suspicion of systemic disease.
Dutch biopharmaceutical company Byondis submitted the BLA for [vic-]trastuzumab duocarmazine (SYD985) in the treatment of patients with HER2-positive metastatic breast cancer with the goal of improving patient outcomes.
A pharmacist’s role in the ambulatory care setting has traditionally included a review of medications for potential drug-drug interactions and adverse events, medication reconciliation, and the provision of counseling services.
This year's events are intended to invite members of Congress to visit the pharmacy to help solidify conversations surrounding pharmacy issues.
NVX-CoV2373, a protein-based COVID-19 vaccine, may increase the country's vaccination rate for those hesitant to receive other vaccines.
Liraglutide (Saxenda) is a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist indicated as an adjunct to a reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity for chronic weight management in adult patients with type 2 diabetes.
Calmoseptine is used to treat irritation caused by skin rashes.
CS Family Pharmacy has migrated to a combo-type pharmacy, integrating long term care.
Bunch Pharmacy has been in business for 24 years in the rural area of Alabama.
Some anti-abortion laws may lead to legal action against health care providers who prescribe or provide medications that can be used to induce abortions.
Each technology should be evaluated on its own merit and, importantly, in appropriate context for your organization given other resources.
With a coordinated, interprofessional team supporting them, patients are empowered with information at the point-of-care to help manage medication therapy problems as they arise.
Moderna is completing regulatory submissions for mRNA-1273.214 in preparation for the fall booster season, based on clinical data showing that the booster candidate has a significantly higher neutralizing antibody response against all tested variants including Omicron BA.4/5.
From the first approved CAR T therapy for multiple myeloma, to the recently-approved ciltacabtagene autoleucel, significant steps have been taken.
The FDA has approved fam-trastuzumab deruxtecan-nxki (Enhertu) for previously treated HER2-positive breast cancer and gastric or gastroesophageal junction adenocarcinoma.
The FDA's current way of inspecting facilities for quality control is badly outdated and is politically unworkable, unreliable, and unsafe.
A booster dose of both Omicron-adapted vaccine candidates elicited a substantially higher immune response against Omicron BA.1.
Community pharmacists are vulnerable to security threats, resulting in bad outcomes for both patients and pharmacies. Here’s how to evaluate risk and find the right technology partner to help protect and defend you from cybercriminals.
Saxagliptin (Onglyza) is indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
ThermaCare is intended to provide relief from menstrual pain.
Methotrexate is an immunosuppressive agent used to treat cancer, dermatology-, and rheumatology-related issues.
Vibhuti Arya Amirfar, PharmD, MPH, discusses building individual and systems resilience to dismantle structural racism in the pharmacy field.
Though most primary care physicians indicate a willingness to accept expanded recommendations from the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practice suggesting administration of recombinant zoster vaccine for adult patients who are immunocompromised, cost concerns and knowledge gaps limit vaccine delivery.
Experts discuss tools and trainings that health care institutions have established during the pandemic to support hematology-oncology pharmacists who are struggling with wellness and mental health challenges.
Screening participation increased over time, but the increase was smallest among individuals aged 50 to 54.
Study results show that there is a link between leaving the television on, night lights, and smart phones and higher disease rates.
An intelligence-based system could help improve the timeliness of referrals to palliative care and hospice services in a community oncology environment.
The American Diabetes Association guidelines have self-care and lifestyle recommendations for patients and health care professionals.
On this week's episode, Joanna speaks with Carlene Link, PharmD, a clinical pharmacist and integrative life coach, about burnout, managing mental health, and the state of pharmacy.
