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FDA Approves Emflaza for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
Emflaza treats patients 5 years and older with DMD.
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FDA Approves First Corticosteroid for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
Emflaza approved to treat patients with Duchenne muscular dystrophy.
NCPA Responds to PBM Efforts to Limit Potential Reforms
ASHP Names Chhay as 2017-2018 Executive Fellow
ASHP has selected Sophia R. Chhay as its 2017-2018 Executive Fellow in Association Leadership and Management.
FDA Approves Corticosteroid Treatment for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
FDA officials today announced the approval of Emflaza (deflazacort) tablets and oral suspension for the treatment of Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD).
Tackling CRISPRs Biggest Challenge Through Novel Delivery System
Gene-editing tool shows promise treating genetic diseases.
Closed-System Transfer Devices, USP , and the NIOSH Protocol
According to the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), an estimated 8 million health care workers in the United States are exposed to hazardous drugs (HDs) each year.
Pharmacy Technicians Face Charges for VA Hospital Prescription Drug Diversion Scheme
Three Veterans Affairs pharmacy employees are facing charges related to a conspiracy to steal and distribute prescription pills.
Dietary Supplement Distributor Reprimanded for Selling DMAA-Containing Products
Regeneca Worldwide, a California dietary supplement distributor, has been ordered to stop selling their products, FDA officials announced today.
Gilead Versus GlaxoSmithKline in the Battle for an HIV Cure
Manufacturers will present clinical trial results at the upcoming HIV medical meeting.
AbbVie's Pan-Genotypic Regimen for Hepatitis C Virus Shows Promise
Glecaprevir/pribrentasvir well-tolerated in patients with HCV genotype 1.
Medicare Advantage Plans May Be Overpaid Billions Over the Next Decade
Coding intensity may lead to $200 billion in unnecessary spending from Medicare Advantage plans by 2026.
FDA Approves Hyperparathyroidism Drug
Parsabiv is the first hyperparathyroidism drug to be approved in more than 10 years.
Unexpected Disease Activity Observed From Multiple Sclerosis Drug Swap
A change from fingolimod to alemtuzumab caused significant disease activity in patients with MS.
Nasal Spray Observed to Effectively Treat MS-Related Ocular Condition
Treatment with ST266 linked to increased survival of retinal ganglion cells in patients with multiple sclerosis.
Investigational Alcohol Use Disorder Drug Shows Efficacy in Clinical Trials
Ibudilast was observed to reduce cravings and positive feelings related to alcohol use.
Women Largely Unaware of Heart Disease Guidelines
Only 8% of women knew they should start receiving heart screenings in their 20s.
Understanding Abnormal Gut Antibodies May Lead to New HIV Treatments
Gut antibody imbalance may impact immune response to HIV.
Low-Oxygen Microenvironments Program Cancer Cells Resist Chemotherapy
Hypoxic tumor microenvironments influence the fate of disseminated tumor cells.
Researchers Seek to Simplify Breast Cancer Biopsy
University of Wisconsin-Madison investigators create a device to improve cancer detection.
Exercise and Glycemic Control in Diabetes
Physical exercise has long been shown to have positive benefits for patients with type 1 and type 2 diabetes.
Trending News Today: Humana Delays 2017 Guidance After Court Ruling
Top news of the day from across the health care landscape.
Trending News Today: Legislation Seeks to Improve Home Health Agencies
Top news of the day from across the healthcare landscape.
Rates of Hepatitis C Coinfection in Patients With HIV
For patients with HIV, liver disease is a major cause of morbidity and mortality.
Proposed State Bill Seeks to Alleviate Workplace Pressures for Pharmacists
An Illinois House bill is looking to reduce prescription drug errors in pharmacies by introducing legislation that eases some of the pressures of working in a pharmacy.
7 Reasons to Visit Orlando This Year
Make it a business trip and add get some CE then tack on some extra days with the family in a spot like sunny Orlando, Florida.
5 Asthma Studies Every Pharmacist Should Know
Over the years, a number of landmark clinical studies on asthma have been published, shaping how we treat the disease today.
Does the Repeal of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act Impact HIPAA's Privacy Rule?
The HIPAA Privacy Rule, effective on April 14, 2003, regulates the use and disclosure of protected health information (PHI) by covered entities.
Will Hepatitis C Virus Medication Costs Drop in the Years Ahead?
Proposals such as allowing Medicare price negotiation, capping out-of-pocket drug costs, importing drugs, and limiting manufacturer’ spending on patient marketing could all result in lower HCV drug costs.
5 Things You May Not Know About DIR Fees
Do direct and indirect remuneration fees adversely affect the health care industry?
