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ADHD Candidate Drug Did Not Meet Primary Endpoint
The drug failed to demonstrate a statistically significant difference from placebo in the change from baseline of the investigator rating of the Conners’ Adult ADHD Rating Scales (CAARS).
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Drug Shortage Prompts FDA to Allow Use of EU-Approved Product
The FDA is allowing the sale of EU-approved Panretin gel (alitretinoin 0.1%) tubes in the United States due to a shortage of the US-approved gel.
Trump's ACA Replacement Plan: Insurance for All
Limited details have been released regarding an Affordable Care Act replacement plan, but President-elect Donald Trump said that everyone will have access to health insurance.
Top 5 Most Common Prescription Drug Errors
Patients may be unaware of certain factors regarding prescription drugs they are taking.
2017 ACA Marketplace Sign-Ups Outpace Previous Year
There are 700,000 more health plan sign ups this year compared with last year.
Investigational Drug Stops 90% of Melanoma Metastases
A new small-molecule drug could increase the survival rate of patients with melanoma.
Special Specialty Pharmacies: Differentiation from Competition
Remaining special in the specialty pharmacy space requires innovation.
New Genetic Fingerprint Identifies When Prostate Cancer Turns Aggressive
BRCA2-inherited prostate cancers are predisposed to turn treatment resistant.
Test Improves Detection of Cannabinoids in Breast Milk
The CDC developed a new technique to measure marijuana’s active compounds in milk.
Breast Cancer Immunotherapy Vaccine Shows Promise
A personalized vaccine may effectively treat HER2-postive breast cancer.
Implanted Medical Device May Cause Death, Injury from MRI
The FDA warns that implantable infusion pumps may cause serious injuries after an MRI exam.
Drug Component Could Lead to Adverse Events, Regulatory Failure
Sugar excipients may cause unwanted immunogenicity in patients.
Chili Pepper Compound May Fight Triple-Negative Breast Cancer
Capsaicin derived from chili peppers shows promise on cultured triple-negative breast cancer cells.
Murder Trial Begins for Pharmacist Over Meningitis Outbreak
Five years after the deadly outbreak, the owner and former head pharmacist of the NECC faces charges for racketeering, mail fraud, and murder.
Chili Compound May Treat Aggressive Breast Cancer
Capsaicin could activate a receptor that prevents metastasis.
ACP, AAFP Release Joint Updated Hypertension Guidelines
The new guidelines put forth a looser diagnostic treatment threshold for average and low-risk adults.
Trending News Today: Orphan Drug Act in Question
Top news of the day from across the health care landscape.
Trending News Today: ACA Repeal Could Also Impact Employer-Sponsored Health Plans
Top news of the day from across the healthcare landscape.
Natural Antibodies May Boost Development of HIV Vaccine
Naturally-occurring antibodies that fight HIV open new avenues for research.
Vitamins C and E Offer Benefits to Alzheimer's Disease Patients
Vitamin E and vitamin C supplementation may reduce risk of all-cause dementia.
Legislation Urging Pharmacists to Provide Elderly Care Introduced in Senate
This popular bipartisan legislation aims to increase access to health care in rural areas.
Pharmacist Provider Status Legislation Introduced in Senate
Senators Chuck Grassley, Bob Casey, and Sherrod Brown last week re-introduced legislation that urges pharmacists to provide care for elderly patients in communities where being seen by a physician may be difficult.
Ramadan Begins on May 27, 2017: Can You Counsel?
Advice for Your Pharmacist-Led Community Group
Pharmacists are a great resource for families, especially on medication safety issues.
Bill would expand access for seniors to basic services at a local pharmacy.
CDC Urges Improved Health Care for Rural Americans
Bipartisan Senate Fights for Pharmacists to Gain Provider Status
Senators re-introduce The Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Areas Enhancement Act.
Legislation to Lower Drug Prices Stalls in Senate
Some Republicans show support for Bernie Sanders’ amendment to legalize the importation of cheaper prescription drugs.
From Gold Injections to Biologics: A Patient's 21-Year Battle with Rheumatoid Arthritis
Treatment for rheumatoid arthritis carries numerous difficulties, from physical challenges to gaining access to new drugs.
Preventive Interventions for Alzheimer's Disease: Positive Results for Vitamins C and E
The Annals of Pharmacotherapy published a study that examines the association between antioxidant vitamin supplement use and AD risk.
