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Physical activity significantly enhanced quality of life and reduced fatigue and depression in patients with newly diagnosed multiple myeloma.

Orforglipron showed promising results in managing type 2 diabetes, offering a potential oral alternative to injectable treatments.

APOBEC3 mutagenesis emerges as a key factor in breast cancer treatment resistance, offering new avenues for targeted therapies and predictive biomarkers.

Christian John Lillis discusses the 2025 Peggy Lillis Foundation C diff Summit, emphasizing the enduring need for community-building among survivors, the importance of sustained public health advocacy, and the growing urgency to defend federal health agencies amid political and institutional uncertainty.

Interventions such as educational brochures, provider-delivered educational programs, and computerized reminders were found to help improve pneumococcal vaccine uptake in older adults.

Embedding a pharmacist in the dermatology clinic improved clinical and financial outcomes.

After 3 predictive mortality tools demonstrate inefficiency within older adults with advanced chronic kidney disease (CKD), the authors call for the development of tools tailored for this population.

Pharmacy students must have a comprehensive understanding of antiretrovirals to ensure efficiency and optimization of patients’ medical treatment.

Penalty is incarceration for multiple years and a massive fine.

Mepolizumab gains FDA approval as a promising add-on therapy for COPD patients with eosinophilic phenotype, reducing exacerbation rates significantly.

Ranibizumab injection (Susvimo; Genentech) could offer long-lasting vision preservation and reduce the need for frequent injections in patients with diabetic retinopathy.

At the 2025 SPPCP Virtual Conference, Carolyn Hall, PharmD, BCPS, and Maria Felton Lowry, PharmD, BCPS, BCGP, presented a comprehensive and practical framework for pharmacy professionals to build effective, adaptable mentorship relationships.

Yuflyma gains FDA interchangeability with Humira, enhancing patient access to effective biosimilar treatments for various inflammatory conditions.

With each increase in lipoprotein(a) level in patients with atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD), there was a corresponding increase in risk of experiencing an ASCVD event.

Trastuzumab deruxtecan (T-DXd) yielded favorable outcomes and improved survival rates.

Cefepime-taniborbactam shows promise against resistant infections, but more studies are needed.

The phase 3 REAL8 trial shows once-weekly Sogroya effectively improves growth in children with growth disorders, offering a promising alternative to daily injections.

Additional intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) treatment shows promise for patients with Kawasaki disease who are resistant to infliximab, potentially matching the efficacy of second IVIG doses in patients resistant to IVIG.

The report highlights the expanding role of pharmacists in navigating regulatory, financial, logistical, and clinical complexities to ensure safe, equitable, and effective delivery of cell and gene therapies amid a rapidly growing and evolving treatment landscape.

Counseling for behavior change helps patients understand the importance of their medications and make positive changes.

In a session at the 2025 Virtual Conference on Pain and Palliative Care, Isabella Zerfas, PharmD, and Abbey Galligan, PharmD, BCPS, explore effective pain management strategies for opioid use disorder (OUD) and complex persistent opioid dependence.

Experts emphasize the importance of tailored vaccination strategies for pneumococcal based on individual risk factors.

RSV vaccination for older adults requires understanding risk factors, using empathetic communication strategies, and proactively identifying eligible patients through careful review of medical histories and care transitions.

Vo discusses how research and mentorship can enhance practice and patient care.

In a major policy shift, officials from the FDA announced a new regulatory framework for COVID-19 vaccinations, prioritizing adults 65 years and older and individuals with serious comorbidities putting them at high risk for severe COVID-19.

The data were presented at the ESMO Breast Cancer 2025 Annual Meeting.