Bird Flu Samples Found in Dairy Products Across the US
As the H5N1 bird flu virus continues to spread across dairy cattle in the US, researchers and government health officials are ramping up testing to stop the spread.
How to Improve Medication Adherence Within the Pharmacy
Kelly Malkamaki, RPh, senior product pharmacy analyst at AssureCare, shared her experience and thoughts on medication adherence in the pharmacy.
Congenital Syphilis Spike in Colorado Leads to Government Action
US health officials are growing increasingly worried about rising syphilis cases and have begun creating framework to slow down the spread.
Software as a Service to Elevate Patient Care in the Pharmacy
Nicolette Mathey, PharmD, founder of ATRIUM24 and DottiCRM, discussed software as a service within the pharmacy.
Pharmacists’ Role in the Diagnostic Stewardship Team
With expertise through antimicrobial stewardship experience, researchers believe antimicrobial stewardship pharmacists are vital in assisting diagnostic stewardship.
Short-Term CGM for T1D More Effective Than Self-Monitoring Blood Glucose
Researchers’ objective was to assess the short-term glycemic benefits of continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) systems compared with patients with type 1 diabetes (T1D) who self-monitor.
Recreational Marijuana Laws Did Not Increase Substance Use Among Adolescents
With more states allowing the use of recreational marijuana than ever before, researchers examined its effects among youth populations.
FDA Grants Tovorafenib Approval to Treat Relapsed or Refractory Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma
The approval for tovorafenib (Ojemda) was based on data from the phase 2 FIREFLY-1 trial, in which the therapy demonstrated an overall repose rate of 67%.
Smell Loss Still Impacted Some Patients 1 Year After COVID-19 Diagnosis
Collecting smell and taste scores from individuals with and without a history of COVID-19, researchers found significantly lower scores for smell in COVID-19-diagnosed individuals.
GAO Releases Report on States’ Regulation of PBMs
Representatives from the US Government Accountability Office (GAO) interviewed regulators from 5 states on pharmacy benefit manager laws.
Majority of Cancer Drugs with Accelerated FDA Approval Did Not Show Clinical Benefit After 5 Years
Researchers were unable to find a significant benefit for patients for the majority of cancer medications given accelerated FDA approval.
Judge Rules in Favor of Eli Lilly on Insulin Pricing Settlement
With the judge’s failure to approve a settlement class, a $13.5 million settlement against Eli Lilly was called off.
How Individuals are Committing E-Prescription Fraud
The DEA informed community pharmacists on e-prescribing fraud and measures necessary to detect it.
DEA Shares Tips to Protect Against Pharmacy Break-Ins
A string of thefts at local pharmacies has spurred the DEA to issue warnings and share tips for independent pharmacists to keep their stores secure.
Measles Cases in the US Increased Significantly in 2024
Since a 2019 measles outbreak, the CDC has seen an increasing number of cases in the US.
Bird Flu Virus Detected in US for First Time in 2 Years
The CDC addressed an HPAI A(H5N1) virus infection reported by a commercial dairy farmer in Texas.
Virginia Governor Vetoes Bill for Lower Prescription Drug Costs
Governor Glenn Youngkin vetoed bills HB570 and SB274 that would have allowed the state to establish its first Prescription Drug Affordability Board.
Pharmacist Strategies for Mitigating Patient Harm, Inequities During Drug Shortages
Researchers addressed pharmacists’ role in mitigating drug shortages.
Simulation Highlights Substantial Medicare Savings Due to IRA Drug Price Negotiation
With drug price negotiations for 10 drugs through the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) set to take effect in 2026, researchers simulated the extent of Medicare savings.
Slideshow: Pharmacists’ Ability to Improve Patient Care in Cancer Medication Management Services
In 4 posters presented at the Hematology/Oncology Pharmacy Association Annual Conference 2024, researchers addressed pharmacists’ role in managing patients’ anticancer medications.
Safely Experiencing the Once in a Lifetime Total Solar Eclipse
It can be hard to look away from a once in a lifetime total eclipse, but it’s important to understand the risks that come with viewing.
Pharmacy Membership Model May Result in Better Patient Care, Financial Feasibility
In comparison with the traditional volume-based pharmacy model, the membership model decreases financial barriers while increasing customer-pharmacist relationships.
Demographics Significantly Influence Common Customer Behavior at Community Pharmacies
Researchers found various reasons for why individuals chose a specific pharmacy and how they purchase OTC medication.
Drug Companies to Pay Medicare Rebates if Prices Rise Faster Than Inflation
Thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act, Medicare Part B coinsurance rates will lower if drug prices rise faster than the rate of inflation.
Improving CVD Outcomes Through Better Recommendations, Patient Monitoring
Researchers detailed the FDA’s recommendations on low-dose aspirin and pharmacists’ role in cardiovascular practice transformation programs.
Addressing The Need for Better Access to CGM in Low-Income Areas
In a poster presented at the 2024 American Pharmacists Association Annual Meeting and Exposition, researchers addressed continuous glucose monitoring and its potential role in indigent communities.
What States are Doing to Regulate Pharmacy Benefit Managers
In a poster presented at the 2024 American Pharmacists Association Annual Meeting and Exposition, researchers assessed state-level regulations for PBMs.
Examining Antibiotic Allergies, Pharmacists Role in Testing
Researchers presented their findings on hypersensitivity caused by antibiotics as well as the best ways pharmacists can test for it.
Pharmacists Address Their Role in Adolescent Vaping Education
According to posters presented at the 2024 American Pharmacists Association Annual Meeting and Exposition, pharmacists wish to play a bigger role in educating young people about the risks of vaping.
Slideshow: Assessing the COVID-19 Pandemic After its 2020 Peak
Four posters presented at the American Pharmacists Association Annual Meeting and Exposition explored how individuals and health care providers have been handling the COVID-19 pandemic.
