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Approximately one-third of children with COVID-19 are asymptomatic, according to a study conducted by researchers at the University of Alberta.

As patients with HIV are living longer, they are also being diagnosed with chronic conditions that have become increasingly common in recent decades, putting them at higher risk of COVID-19 hospitalization and death.

Study finds the COVID-19 pandemic has drastically improved the quality and convenience of virtual cancer care.

Researchers from the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center found that men with localized prostate cancer who reported a baseline dietary pattern that more closely follows the key principles of a Mediterranean-style diet fared better over the course of their disease.

Pharmacists and pharmacy managers would be well served by learning some finer points of negotiation.

The FDA will review a Biologics License Application for V114, Merck’s investigational 15-valent pneumococcal conjugate vaccine, for the prevention of invasive pneumococcal disease.

There is particular interest in monoclonal antibody agents to determine whether their immune suppressive effects can reduce the immediate and long-term impact of COVID-19.

According to research conducted at Rush University Medical Center, opioid use may increase patients’ risk of developing pancreatic cancer.

COVID-19 has been found in the brain post-mortem.

Moderna, Inc has also announced temporary authorization of its COVID-19 vaccine in Switzerland.

The current study provides characterization of a lipid-rich necrotic core, a dangerous type of coronary plaque made up of dead cells and cell debris that is prone to rupture, which can lead to a heart attack or stroke.

Several things are important to maintain a woman’s sexual function including positive sexual experiences, attitudes about sex, body image, and relationship intimacy.

The study authors said their main hypothesis for the higher prevalence of olfactory dysfunction in mild COVID-19 cases was based on differences in the immune response to the infection.

Verdinexor tablets are available only by prescription, and can be administered at home.

The FDA has granted fast track designations to cavrotolimod (AST-008) for use in combination with a PD-1 therapy in patients with locally advanced or metastatic Merkel cell carcinoma.

Amneal Pharmaceuticals, Inc announced that it has received approval of an additional strength of 500 mg to its Abbreviated New Drug Application from the FDA for Abiraterone Acetate tablets.

Katea Ravega, a partner at Quarles and Brady LLP, discussed the recent Supreme Court ruling in Rutledge v. PCMA and what it could mean for the future of states’ legislation around PBMs.

Pvsripo is a novel immunotherapy that activates patients’ innate and adaptive immune system to enable anti-tumor response and establish immunologic memory to prevent the recurrence of cancer.

With approximately 328 million people currently living in the United States, it will take an army of health care professionals to vaccinate the country against COVID-19.

A pilot study published today in Addiction found that a collaborative approach to treating opioid use disorder that relies heavily on community pharmacists is feasible and may increase adherence and participant satisfaction.

New research suggests immunosuppressants do not increase the risk of COVID-19.

Annual awards program recognizes pharmacists, technicians, students and industry advocates who are defining the future of pharmacy.

This week on Pharmacy Times, there are a number of important topics that will be covered and posted throughout the week.

When examining the percentage of posts that made the vaccine seem more dangerous, less dangerous, or neither, Luisi found nearly 40% of Facebook posts about the HPV vaccine amplified a perceived risk.

In patients with severe cardiac failure, the extreme emaciation of the body is a potential result and has been termed cardiac cachexia.

A significantly greater proportion of patients with Crohn disease achieved both primary endpoints with overall safety results generally consistent with the known safety profile of risankizumab.

Darolutamide led to a 31% reduction in the risk of death, extending survival for patients with non-metastatic prostate cancer.

The online guide places a special emphasis on security, storage, and handling.

In the past week, Moderna and AstraZeneca have collectively announced multiple authorizations for use of their respective vaccines.

Despite the concerns that may come along with mutations of the SARS-CoV-2 virus, experts say the new strains do not call for any new prevention strategies.