
Explore recent FDA-approved drugs from August 2025.
Aronia fruit extract shows potential in improving cardiovascular health for older patients with metabolic syndrome, but further research is needed for conclusive evidence.
Don’t be asleep at the wheel. AI is coming, and it’s coming fast.
Florida's Surgeon General's plan to eliminate school vaccine mandates raises concerns about measles outbreaks and declining vaccination rates.
Selumetinib gains expanded FDA approval for younger pediatric patients with neurofibromatosis type 1 plexiform neurofibromas, enhancing treatment options and addressing significant disease-related challenges.
The FDA approves a groundbreaking gemcitabine system, offering new hope for patients with BCG-unresponsive bladder cancer.
Investigators emphasize that early cardiovascular risk assessments and preventive strategies are necessary for women with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS).
The 21-valent pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PCV21) elicited favorable immunogenicity and safety in infants and toddlers who were coadministered common pediatric vaccines, such as the measles-mumps-rubella vaccine.
Jessica Lewis-Gonzalez, PharmD, BCOP, discusses the management of hematologic and non-hematologic toxicities in cancer patients, emphasizing the importance of proactive monitoring and collaboration between clinicians and pharmacists.
GLP-1 receptor agonists show promise in alleviating depressive symptoms in patients with type 2 diabetes, offering a potential dual benefit in treatment.
Michael Fifer, MD, discusses the Maple HCM study, which compared the cardiac myosin inhibitor Aficamten and the beta blocker Metoprolol in patients with obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM).
The treatment was generally well-tolerated in patients with ROS1-positive (ROS1+) non–small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).
HHS and Robert F. Kennedy Jr prepare to unveil a report linking Tylenol use in pregnancy to autism, despite inconsistent study findings.
Crystal Hodge, PharmD, BCIDP, BCPS, emphasized that declining vaccination rates below the 95% herd immunity threshold have fueled recent measles outbreaks, underscoring the urgent need for pharmacist-led vaccination advocacy.
MM120 shows promise in treating generalized anxiety disorder, demonstrating significant symptom relief and a potential shift in psychiatric treatment approaches.
Legislative efforts aim to improve oncology medication access, addressing transportation barriers and advocating for mail delivery from cancer clinics.
Elizabeth Vaughan, MD, MPH, RD, highlights how pharmacists can build patient trust, encourage vaccination, and use simple strategies to spark conversations with hesitant individuals.
The 2 abstracts, which were presented at the European Society of Cardiology 2025 Congress, utilized data from the CDC WONDER database.
Research reveals how aging impacts flu severity in older adults, highlighting the need for enhanced vaccines and new therapeutic strategies.
Patritumab deruxtecan shows promising efficacy in HR+/HER2– metastatic breast cancer, meeting key trial end points and highlighting its potential for advanced treatment.
In combination with lipid-lowering therapy, inclisiran allowed patients with hypercholesterolemia to reach their low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) goals without associated muscle-related adverse events.
Host Craig Beavers sits down with Lorenz van der Linden, a Belgian pharmacist, to dive deep into 2 groundbreaking trials from the European Society of Cardiology (ESC) 2025 Congress.
Joshua K. Sabari, MD, highlights pharmacists’ roles in coordinating access, financial assistance, and early adverse effect management for patients starting zongertinib (Hernexeos).
Plasma proteomics revolutionizes treatment for triple-negative breast cancer, offering predictive insights and new therapeutic strategies through the innovative PIPscore.
Joshua K. Sabari, MD, explains zongertinib’s (Hernexeos) favorable safety profile and quality-of-life benefits over intravenous antibody-drug conjugates in patients with HER2-mutated non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).
Elizabeth Vaughan, MD, MPH, RD, addresses how state-level differences and potential new prescription requirements could impact patient access to COVID-19 vaccines this fall.
Jessica Lewis-Gonzalez, PharmD, BCOP, discusses the challenges of managing myelofibrosis, from its heterogeneity and symptom burden to limited curative options.
Health officials warn of rising Chagas disease cases in the US, linked to kissing bugs and the parasite Trypanosoma cruzi, urging public awareness.