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Effective communication is among the most important skills for pharmacy technicians, yet one that is often overlooked.

Positive interim clinical data of the mRNA-1273 vaccine (Moderna, Inc) against the coronavirus disease 2019 were reported from a phase 1 study led by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases.

To support the successful reopening of the country in a manner that prevents further COVID-19 outbreaks, the NACDS has issued a report in which it urges government action on 3 key objectives.

Ripretinib is indicated for adult patients who have received prior treatment with 3 or more kinase inhibitor therapies, including imatinib, according to an FDA press release.

A harmonized and collaborative approach to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccine research and development is necessary for a successful outcome.

With states reopening, pharmacies need to implement controls that will not only protect the safety and health of their employees, but also their patients.

Over the past 10 years, pediatric emergency department (ED) visits for mental health disorders have risen 60% and the rate of visits for deliberate self-harm have increased by 329%, according to a study published by Pediatrics.

What caused a customer’s birth control pills to lose efficacy?

Adverse events included self-limited nausea and diarrhea with no difference between the 2 groups.

Today, we’re celebrating the work of Linda Dumas, PharmD, a pharmacist and pharmacy manager at Publix in St. Augustine, Florida.

The NASP Challenge is an unique opportunity to identify innovative ideas and creative solutions focused on enhancing the specialty pharmacy patient jouney.

Sanofi Pasteur, the vaccines global business unit of Sanofi, is leveraging previous development work for a SARS vaccine as part of a goal to unlock a fast path forward for developing a COVID-19 vaccine.

Going through rotations, students should focus on creating meaningful relationships, and always putting their best foot forward.

Before COVID-19, the health care industry was largely headed toward a value-based system that was shifting to focus on social determinants of health, according to Bruce Japsen, at the PQA 2020 Annual Meeting.

The authors found that telehealth services were facilitated by patients being able to easily share information with providers from equipment that managed CGM for diabetic ketosis and hyperglycemia.

Today, we’re celebrating Keri Bates, PharmD, who works at Rocky Ridge Drug Company in Alabama.

The results will help the rare disease community shed light on the needs of people with rare diseases during the COVID-19 pandemic and other potential health crises, in addition to informing future research efforts.

The study aims to perform a medication risk stratification using drug claims data and to simulate the impact of the addition of various repurposed drugs on medication risk shortages in elderly people.

Top news of the week from Pharmacy Times® surrounding the novel coronavirus.

Which animal has helped treat diabetes?

Staying up-to-date on immunizations is crucial to prevent outbreaks of vaccine-preventable diseases.

Medication therapy problem category framework is the tool used to collect and evaluate medication-related issues

EPS has introduced 5 new colors of Direct Thermal Butterfly Labels to call attention to medication requiring special handling.

The impact of COVID-19 on the health plan enterprise appears to be practical and functional rather than strategic and financial.

Today, we’re celebrating the work of Jessica Louie, PharmD, APh, BCCCP, founder of Spark Joy in Healthcare.

Survey finds that nearly two-thirds of specialty pharmacists spend more than 15 minutes on the phone to fill 1 prescription, whereas 79% of specialty pharmacists seek additional information from clinicians at least 3 times in an average day.

The statement is one of the first from the AHA to focus on providing evidence-based strategies for parents and caregivers to create a healthy food environment for young children.

Researchers at Northwestern University have discovered a strong connection between severe vitamin D deficiency and mortality rates after studying global data from the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic.