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White Brain Matter Damage Linked to Social Cognitive Impairment in Multiple Sclerosis
Impairment is unrelated to how long patients have had MS, study finds.
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The Washington Post Names ASHP a Top Workplace for 2017
ASHP (American Society of Health-System Pharmacists) has been selected as one of The Washington Post’s Top Workplaces for 2017.
Biologic Drugs, Biosimilars to Drive Future Dermatology Spending
There are nearly 1000 products in development for dermatological conditions.
Serious Health Conditions Drop Among Childhood Cancer Survivors
Advances in treatment and care improved the 5-year survival rate after diagnosis by 26%.
Pharmacy Week in Review: June 16, 2017
A look at the top stories in pharmacy last week.
Long-Term Data Offers Positive Findings for Imbruvica
Ibrutinib (Imbruvica) may extend survival for patients with leukemia.
Opioid Epidemic Drives Misuse of Anti-Diarrheal Drugs
Increased use of loperamide (Immodium) observed as hydrocodone was classified as a schedule 2 drug.
Lifelong Learning in Specialty Pharmacy Highlights SPT Week in Review
Top articles of the week on Specialty Pharmacy Times.
This weekly video program provides our readers with an in-depth review of the latest news, product approvals, FDA rulings, and more. Our Week in Review is a can't miss for the busy pharmacy professional.
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Imbruvica Improves Progression-Free Survival in Leukemia
Cost a Large Factor in Whether Patients Will Accept a Diagnostic Test
Survey respondents were more apt to receive a diagnostic test if it was at a lesser cost.
CDC, FDA Report Tobacco Use Declining Among Youth
CDC and FDA report shows drop in tobacco use among school-aged children.
Insurance Coverage Influences Diagnostic Testing Rates
Patients more willing to undergo testing if out-of-pocket costs are lower.
Pharmaceutical Company to Cease Operations Over Unapproved Drug Distribution
Permanent injunction filed for Stratus Pharmaceuticals and Sonar Products.
Trending News Today: New Legislation Targets High Drug Cost Transparency
Top news of the day from across the health care landscape.
Trending News Today: Deadline Approaching for Senate to Pass ACA Repeal
Top news of the day from across the healthcare landscape.
Abiraterone Before Hormone Therapy Improved Prostate Cancer Survival by Nearly 40%
Cancer treatment also reduced the rates of severe bone complications by more than half.
Vaginal Bacteria Can Change Efficacy of Tenofovir in Preventing HIV Infection
Gel is 3 times more effective among women with Lactobacillus-dominate microbiome.
Acne Medication Reduces Risk of a Demyelinating Event Developing into Multiple Sclerosis
Acne medication can slow the progression of relapsing-remitting MS in patients who experienced their first symptoms.
Relationship Status: An Important Risk Factor for Spreading HIV
In 2015, 960,000 people were newly-infected with HIV in Eastern and Southern Africa.
FDA Orders Dermatology Drug Manufacturer to Shut Down
The products include those intended for dermatological purposes, for instance, ointments, washes and creams that were never tested or approved to be sold in retail stores.
The Unusual Discovery of 10 Commonly Prescribed Medications - Part 2
This article will describe the unusual discovery of 5 commonly prescribed medications, many of which were through serendipitous events.
Three Tips for Negotiating Your Salary at Your New Job
A job offer means that the company wants you more than all the other candidates. This should be encouraging!
National Association of Specialty Pharmacy Announces Agenda, Opens Registration for its Second Annual Specialty Pharmacy Law Conference
Unique one-day conference precedes National Association of Specialty Pharmacy’s 5th Annual Meeting and Educational Conference.
Combination Treatment Reduces Risk of Recurrence in HER2-Positive Early Breast Cancer
Pertuzumab-based regimen found to reduce the risk of invasive breast cancer recurrence by 19%.
Will Amazon Pharmacy Disrupt the Market?
Amazon has mastered shipping and delivery, which is an important factor in the pharmacy sector.
Investigational Immunotherapy Shows Promise Treating Lupus
Patients with lupus treated with novel immunotherapy showed improved disease activity.
Patient Support Programs Improve Functional Outcomes in Rheumatoid Arthritis
Additional support programs found to benefit the physical and emotional needs of patients with RA.
Insulin Combination May Reduce Burden on Patients With Type 1 Diabetes
BioChaperone Combo integrates Lantus and Humalog.
NIH Awards $6 Million Grant for Hepatitis C Vaccine
Research team will seek to develop a novel prophylactic vaccine to prevent HCV.