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Defective Proviruses Hinder Search For HIV Cure
Defective HIV proviruses cause more harm than previously believed, a recent study found.
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Family History of Hypertension Leads to Early Diabetes Onset
High blood pressure can cause insulin resistance, which is associated with an increased diabetes risk.
Trending News Today: Legislators Renew Push to Repeal ACA
Top news of the day from across the healthcare landscape.
Hurdles to Specialty Pharmacy Success Highlights SPT Week in Review
Top five articles of the week from Specialty Pharmacy Times.
Trending News Today: FDA Requires New Warnings for Some Painkillers in Children
Top news of the day from across the health care landscape.
Novel Method May Improve Cancer Detection
2D material nanopores are able to map DNA methylations.
Genes Influence Success of Pediatric Epilepsy Treatment
Variants of calcium channel blockers may dictate treatment response for pediatric epilepsy patients.
Workers' Compensation Drug Spending Drops
Pharmacy benefit manager reduced prescription drug spending among injured workers.
Statin Adherence in Acute Coronary Syndrome Lacking
Patients who experience ACS are prescribed statin therapy, but whether they confer a benefit is debatable.
Do Not Be an Oblivious Drug Dealer: Part 1
Following alcohol and marijuana, prescription drugs and over-the-counter (OTC) drugs and supplements are the most commonly-abused substances in Americans aged 14 years and older.
Medical Mission Opportunities for Pharmacy Students
There are many opportunities available.
Diabetes Incidence on the Rise Among Youth
A recently published report highlights increasing incidence of newly-diagnosed cases of diabetes among children and adolescents.
FDA Updates Restrictions of Codeine and Tramadol Use in Children, Nursing Mothers
The FDA has issued a drug safety communication regarding new restrictions for the use of codeine and tramadol medications in children and nursing mothers.
Hypermutated HIV suppresses immune response.
Workers' Compensation Drug Spending Continues on Downward Trend
Pharmacy benefit manager reduced prescription drug spending by 7.6% among injured workers.
Fresh Fruit Consumption May Reduce Risk of Diabetes, Diabetes Complications
Patients with diabetes who consumed fruit have a reduced risk of mortality.
Ribavirin-Free Treatment Shows Promise in Chronic Hepatitis C Virus
Glecaprevir/pibrentasvir achieved 99% sustained virologic response rate in patients with chronic HCV with compensated cirrhosis.
Protein Signature Highly Predictive of Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
Findings could help improve treatment efficacy for patients with ALL.
Positive Results Announced for Ribavirin-Free Hepatitis C Treatment
Experimental glecaprevir/pibrentasvir treatment shows efficacy across hepatitis C genotypes.
Mouse Model Allows for Preparation Against Global Influenza Outbreak
Transgenic mice models help identify cross-species influenza strains.
Americans at Risk of Chagas Disease
Untreated Chagas disease may lead to cardiac, digestive, or neurological problems.
Antiangiogenic Therapy Enhances Efficacy of Immunotherapy
Combination therapy may lead to more effective cancer treatments.
Stem Cell Patch Safe, Efficient Treatment for Heart Failure
Stem cell patch observed to reduce heart failure-related hospitalizations.
Trending News Today: The Challenge of Post-Surgery Pain Relief Among Former Opioid Addicts
Abnormal Number of Chromosomes Induces Variability in Aneuploidy-Caused Disorders
Aneuploidy can cause many types of cancer and genetic disorders, such as Down syndrome.
Stimulation Therapy Device for Episodic Cluster Headache Gets FDA Approval
FDA approves the first noninvasive vagus nerve stimulation device approved for the acute treatment of pain from episodic cluster headache.
Federal Bureau of Prisons: Addressing Antimicrobial Stewardship at 2 Levels
The rise of antibiotic-resistant organisms poses a great threat to national health.
Trending News Today: Legislation Seeks to Reduce Tobacco Use
Why I Do NOT Routinely Recommend Calcium Supplements to Maintain Strong Bones
Our bodies are smarter than us. We would turn into a stone statue if it absorbed all the calcium we consumed.
Retail Pharmacy Practice Differences in Iran
On a recent trip to the beautiful country of Iran, I decided to pop into a neighborhood pharmacy.
