Beth Longware Duff

Shingles vaccination recommended by CDC and ADCES.

Conveniently for pharmacists and their patients, both the flu shot and Shingrix (RZV) can be administered during the same clinical visit.

Side-by-side comparisons may persuade patients to receive the vaccine.

Cancer type and chemotherapy are leading risk factors.

Vaccination significantly reduces the risk of the disease.

More doctors referring patients to pharmacies for shots.

Characterized by severe abdominal pain.

Studies emphasize importance of shingles vaccinations for high-risk populations.

The second most common cause of atraumatic peripheral facial paralysis.

Prepare for the back-to-school rush!

Shingles is associated with a statistically significant increase in the risk of myocardial infarction, stroke, and transient ischemic attack.

3.5 million Americans estimated to be living with chronic HCV infection, but half may not know. 

Two studies outline the risks of shingles for patients with IBD.

A study finds herpes viruses can reemerge under the stresses of spaceflight.

An itchy post-shingles complication can be challenging to control.

HZ in children is uncommon and is 10 times less common in kids who’ve been vaccinated against chickenpox.

Schools increase focus on patients, outcomes, economics, and leadership.

Safety monitoring findings for Shingrix are consistent with clinical trial data.

Pregnancy and menopause are contributing factors.

Consider these services to improve your independent community pharmacy's return on investment. 

Advice from pharmacists whom have adopted new approaches in their practice.

How to build new revenue streams and show your value by expanding services.

Be aware of the contraindications for Shingrix and Zostavax

Helping Herpes zoster patients feel more comfortable

Four trends that will shape business and the profession

Here’s how to protect the population that’s at highest risk for shingles complications.

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 has a lot of numbers to consider, starting with one million cases a year in the United States.