Diabetes a Serious Risk Factor for Herpes Zoster
Shingles vaccination recommended by CDC and ADCES.
Coadministering Shingrix and Influenza Vaccines
Conveniently for pharmacists and their patients, both the flu shot and Shingrix (RZV) can be administered during the same clinical visit.
Side Effects: Shingles vs. Vaccination
Side-by-side comparisons may persuade patients to receive the vaccine.
Addressing Greater Risk of Shingles in Cancer Patients
Cancer type and chemotherapy are leading risk factors.
Shingles Among Most Painful Medical Conditions
Vaccination significantly reduces the risk of the disease.
Physicians On-board with Herpes Zoster Vaccine
More doctors referring patients to pharmacies for shots.
Enteric Zoster: Hidden Shingles Threat
Characterized by severe abdominal pain.
Studies Shine Light on Herpes Zoster Ophthalmicus
Studies emphasize importance of shingles vaccinations for high-risk populations.
Ramsay Hunt Syndrome: An Overview of Herpes Zoster Oticus
The second most common cause of atraumatic peripheral facial paralysis.
Reading, Writing, Arithmetic, and Rx
Prepare for the back-to-school rush!
Sending Prescriptions to School: What Patients Need to Know
Chickenpox Vaccine Reduces Risk of Shingles in Children
Shingles a Risk Factor for Heart Attack and Stroke
Shingles is associated with a statistically significant increase in the risk of myocardial infarction, stroke, and transient ischemic attack.
Hepatitis C: Resurgence of a Silent Epidemic
3.5 million Americans estimated to be living with chronic HCV infection, but half may not know.
Herpes Zoster and IBD: What Are the Risks?
Two studies outline the risks of shingles for patients with IBD.
Shingles in Space!
A study finds herpes viruses can reemerge under the stresses of spaceflight.
Understanding and Treating Postherpetic Itch
An itchy post-shingles complication can be challenging to control.
Shingles in Children
HZ in children is uncommon and is 10 times less common in kids who’ve been vaccinated against chickenpox.
Pharmacy Education for the 21st Century
Schools increase focus on patients, outcomes, economics, and leadership.
Serious Shingrix Side Effects Are Rare
Safety monitoring findings for Shingrix are consistent with clinical trial data.
Women at Greater Risk of Developing Shingles
Pregnancy and menopause are contributing factors.
Most Profitable Pharmacy Services to Offer
Consider these services to improve your independent community pharmacy's return on investment.
5 Tips for Getting Started with Niche Services
Advice from pharmacists whom have adopted new approaches in their practice.
Diversify and Prosper
How to build new revenue streams and show your value by expanding services.
Guidelines for Shingles Vaccinations
Be aware of the contraindications for Shingrix and Zostavax
4 Tips for Managing Shingles
Helping Herpes zoster patients feel more comfortable
How Pharmacy Will Change in 2019
Four trends that will shape business and the profession
Shingles Complications in the Elderly
Here’s how to protect the population that’s at highest risk for shingles complications.
Boost Pharmacy Revenue
Drug Topics spoke to several community pharmacists about their diabetes education programs and how they can be a revenue stream. Here’s their advice for other pharmacists.
Shingles and PHN by the Numbers
Shingles has a lot of numbers to consider, starting with one million cases a year in the United States.