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Johnson & Johnson previously reported interim results from a phase 1/2a trial demonstrating the antibody responses generated by their vaccine were strong and stable through 8 months following immunization, published in the New England Journal of Medicine.

A final blinded analysis of data from the phase 3 COVE study found 93% efficacy of Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine, which remained durable through 6 months after the second dose.

With more work and less staff, we need to examine how we can better support pharmacists in the new normal brought on by COVID-19.

As the price tags for therapies coming to market have soared into the hundreds of thousands and even millions on occasion, paying for them has become an ever-greater cause of concern and focus area.

However, according to the investigators, eradicating COVID-19 is considerably less feasible than the elimination of smallpox.

Researchers found that the levels of serum albumin and the number of metastatic sites that patients with lung cancer have were significantly associated with overall survival.

The study, conducted by Augusta University, was among the first to examine factors related to vaccine hesitancy among a large African American community sample, according to the authors.

Active surveillance, intended to avoid unnecessary treatment and the resulting adverse effects, typically involves regular prostate-specific antigen (PSA) screenings, prostate exams, imaging studies, and repeat biopsies to carefully monitor prostate cancer growth or progression without compromising long-term outcomes.

Patients with chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy who transitioned from intravenous immune globulin to subcutaneous immune globulin showed significantly improved quality-of-life measures.

IBS can be caused by muscle contractions in the intestines, nervous system, severe infections, early life stress, and changes in the gut microbes.

Cholangiocarcinoma is a rare bile duct cancer, with physicians diagnosing approximately 8000 cases each year.

Although not all children are eligible for vaccination, recommendations for schools include masking, testing, and quarantine policies, as well as vaccinations for anyone eligible.

Rivaroxaban is the first and only therapy indicated for both coronary artery disease and peripheral artery disease.

This month's featured products include lopinavir and ritonavir tablets, osimertinib tablets, and more.

Directions in Oncology Pharmacy is getting to know oncology pharmacy professionals through a series of interviews. In this issue, we talk to Ashley E. Glode, PharmD, BCOP, who was recently named an Advocacy Champion by the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO).

Hospitalizations related to C. diff infections can cost more than twice as much as the average hospitalization and can extend patients’ stays by an average of 3.6 days.

This research lays the foundation for future clinical trials aimed at investigating whether moderate to vigorous exercise can minimize “chemo brain,” which is a decline in cognitive function many patients with breast cancer experience.

Ten quiz questions to assess your knowledge on common osteoporosis treatments.

Walgreens also announced expanded age eligibility for flu shots, with pharmacy team members able to vaccinate patients 3 years of age and older.

Rylaze was granted Fast Track Designation by the FDA in October 2019 for acute lymphoblastic leukemia and was approved as part of the Real-Time Oncology Review program.

Chronic kidney disease (CKD)-associated pruritus is a systemic itch condition occurring with a high frequency and intensity in patients with CKD undergoing dialysis.

Third-oldest drugstore in California celebrates a rich history and uses the latest technology to care for valued patients.

When direct oral anticoagulants are taken, especially for the first time, patients may be at risk of bleeding.

The pharmacist can provide information and support that patients with cancer need to get through what might be the most challenging time of their lives.

Washington state's House Bill 5203 allows health care authority to partner with other agencies to produce, distribute, and purchase the drugs.

Vaccine-related updates seem to be made on a weekly basis and keeping up to date on recommendations can be difficult.

18th century author William Withering popularized the medical use of digitalis, the source for cardiac medication Digoxin.

It is the responsibility of the pharmacist to remain informed of all existing and new drugs for the treatment of Alzheimer disease, especially because novel and investigational drugs may target the pathophysiology of the disease.