Tune into this episode of "Public Health Matters" to learn about the importance of cultural competence when addressing health care disparities and promoting health equity in diverse communities as well as special guest Dr. Jose Cucalon Calderon's advocacy work.
Experts explore the cost-saving benefits of single-dose prefilled syringes over vials—reducing waste, improving workflow, and enhancing patient care.
Gabriel Hinojosa, PharmD, BCOP, explores unmet needs and social determinants in multiple myeloma care, envisioning treatment advancements amid evolving complexities and patient disparities.
Pharmacists can raise awareness about heart health during American Heart Month
Matthew Pianko, MD, outlines the logistical considerations involved when implementing bispecific antibodies for the treatment of multiple myeloma, including the roles of the project champion and other stakeholders as part of a multidisciplinary team.
California's Stop Dangerous Pharmacies Act aims to improve patient safety by establishing new pharmacy staffing regulations and a medication error reporting system, arising from understaffed conditions.
Nutrition is foundational to health, but healthy eating does not look the same for everyone.
Experts discuss advantages of prefilled syringes in opioid delivery—reducing errors, enhancing safety, and minimizing waste—while providing insights on optimizing dosage forms.
Experts explore using technology and data analytics to enhance opioid stewardship programs, addressing challenges health care professionals face, and providing strategies for effective patient care, leveraging data, and fostering supportive environments.
This accreditation allows pharmacists to give diabetes education to patients with Medicare and receive Medicare reimbursement.
Kristen Peterson, PharmD, BCOP, reviews pharmacists’ pivotal role in optimizing patient transitions between inpatient and outpatient care settings to ensure treatment continuity and medication management in multiple myeloma care.
Fouad Atouf, senior vice president of global biologics at US Pharmacopeia, discusses how established quality standards, drawing from the realm of small molecule drugs and evolving to meet the complexities of biologics, play a pivotal role in fostering trust.
AI can pair people to foods that are best suited for their unique needs, according to a food-as-medicine entrepreneur.
Fouad Atouf, senior vice president of global biologics at US Pharmacopeia, discusses the importance of robust quality standards in addressing concerns regarding biosimilar safety and efficacy.
Anthony Perissinotti, PharmD, BCOP, provides an overview of the REMS program requirements for bispecific antibodies and describes the processes, procedures, and training programs implemented at his institution.
Diabetes self-management education works with patients own goals to manage the condition, prevent cardiovascular risk, and stay safe.
Experts provide practical guidelines and key takeaways for health care professionals and policymakers on the implementation of bispecific antibodies in DLBCL (diffuse large B cell lymphoma), emphasizing safety, efficacy, and operational strategies.
A panel of experts examines unmet needs in the adoption of bispecific antibody therapy, emphasizing the importance of access and education for diverse stakeholders in oncology care to improve patient outcomes.
The pharmacy director of Baptist Health South Florida details the features and successes of medication delivery services they provide.
Experts discuss opioid use with a focus on validated assessment tools, monitoring strategies, and risk mitigation practices, delving into the complexities of pain scales and emphasizing the need for functional assessments.
Health care professionals discuss navigating challenges in opioid management, emphasizing a patient-centric approach, and address barriers and differences among opioid misuse, abuse, and use disorder.
Expert panelists provide an overview of adverse events associated with bispecific antibodies for the treatment of multiple myeloma along with best practices for monitoring and treating adverse events.
Gabriel Hinojosa, PharmD, BCOP, looks beyond frontline regimens in multiple myeloma, and discusses treatment options, adverse events, and complexities in sequencing therapies.
Tune into this special episode of "Public Health Matters" to gain insights into the multifaceted role of pharmacists in public health and HIV care, while also highlighting the personal journey and passions of Alsean Bryant.
The diabetes/weight loss drug has surged in popularity, and new trials are evaluating it for certain pediatric patients.
The diabetes/weight loss drug is be evaluated in trials for pediatric patients who are at least 10 years of age.
Experts discuss strategies to reduce treatment-related toxicities in bispecific antibody treatments, emphasizing clarity on dosing, hydration, and safety concerns.
Robert Mancini, PharmD, reviews pharmacists’ pivotal role in operationalizing use of bispecifics in diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL), overcoming challenges, and supporting direct patient care teams.
A growing number of adult and pediatric patients are being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, despite increases in care modalities.
A panel of experts share insights on overcoming challenges in responsible opioid prescribing and explore emotional responses, aversion to change, and the role of interdisciplinary collaboration in addressing the opioid crisis.
