Authors


Hooman Kashi, PharmD candidate

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Abrocitinib for Atopic Dermatitis

The drug’s approval was based on the results of 3 clinical trials.


Bailey Smith, PharmD

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Navigating Pediatric ADHD Medication Shortages

Stimulant medications are the first-line pharmacologic therapy for ADHD, but many of these medications are currently in short supply.


Paul Zarutskie, MD

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Mind-Body Resilience for Women: A Focus on Depression

Developing innovative solutions for women with depression, accounting for differences in gender and sex, are critically important



Cameron Santoro

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Assessing Pharmacist Attitudes on Biosimilar Dispensing Before, After COVID-19 Pandemic

Researchers used an online English-language survey questionnaire to collect data on pharmacists from Germany and Switzerland about how their knowledge and dispensing frequency of biologics and biosimilars changed from before and after the pandemic.


Dustin Becnel, PharmD

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The Effects of “Long COVID” and How Pharmacists Can Help

Often referred to as “long COVID” patients or “long-haulers,” these patients continue to experience symptoms of illness far past the acute phase of this viral disease.


Frank Ingari

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Equity in Healthcare, Improving Access and Quality of Care

A perspective on the CMS Innovation Center roundtable on health equity.



Mary E. Schmidt, MD, MPH, FIDSA

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Detecting Crossover Symptoms of COVID-19, Influenza

As respiratory viruses and COVID-19 variants lurk seemingly everywhere, here’s how best to detect and differentiate.


Sherry G. Cohen, FNP-C, APRN-PMH

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Sun Protection and Children: A Refresher

Protection from the harsh rays of the sun is crucial for everyone—including children. Now that summer has arrived, a refresher course can go a long way in preventing skin damage and disorders due to the sun.


Colin Schleicher, PharmD candidate

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Intranasal CGRP Antagonist Is Approved for the Treatment of Acute Migraines

Zavegepant joins other CGRP antagonists as an option for individuals experiencing migraine.


Henry Ukachukwu Michael, PhD

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Pharmacists Must Be Aware of Polypharmacy Risk in Patients With Long COVID

Henry Ukachukwu Michael, PhD, discusses the importance of optimizing medication utilization in patients with long COVID.


Dhiren Patel, PharmD, CDCES, BC-ADM, BCACP

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Bempedoic Acid for Hypercholesterolemia

An expert panel discusses where bempedoic acid currently fits into the treatment of hypercholesterolemia.


Todd Mizeski, Esq

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US Supreme Court Hears Argument on State’s Ability to Regulate PBMs

Todd Mizeski, Esq, a Partner in Frier Levitt’s Life Sciences, Litigation Department, discusses the case of Rutledge v. Pharmaceutical Care Management Association.


Justina Salib, BPS, PharmD Candidate 2022

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Vitamin D and COVID-19: An Evidence-Based Review

In this article, we will review the evidence describing a possible link between vitamin D and COVID-19.


David Caraway, MD, PhD

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Dismantle Stigmas, Stop the Blame, And Get Patients the Care They Need

There is a bias in this country against people whose medical condition is perceived to be the result of their own lifestyle choices. To combat stigma and its harmful effects, there needs to be broader understanding—even among medical professionals.


Louise Gagnon

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Digging into the Cause of Ocular Infections

The research points to the importance of isolating offending organism.


Karissa Kim, PharmD, BCPS, BCACP

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Q&A: Challenges Pharmacists Face in Assessing, Addressing Health Literacy

Karissa Kim, PharmD, BCPS, BCACP, discusses the main challenges pharmacists face in assessing and addressing patients’ health literacy levels.


Deborah Adams Kaplan

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Some States Allowing Donation and Redistribution of Oncology Drugs

Collections of oncology drugs in 13 states are being redistributed to patients in need.


Daniel S. Streetman, PharmD

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OTC Drug Interaction Considerations in the Cough and Cold Aisle

OTC remedies are widely available, but some carry drug-drug or drug-disease interactions that pharmacists should be aware of.


Crystal Zhou, PharmD, APh, AHSCP, BCACP

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Q&A: How Barbershops Are Transforming Hypertension Management

Crystal Zhou, PharmD, APh, AHSCP, BCACP, discussed her role as Lead Pharmacist of the Cut Hypertension Program.


Andrew J. Schuman, MD

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Technology Tools for Mental Health Screening

Online portals are accessible via tablet or computer and can streamline the mental health screening process.


Kenneth Bender, PharmD

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In the Fight Against Long COVID, Paxlovid Offers Limited Protection

The antiviral combination nirmatrelvir-ritonavir (Paxlovid) used for early symptoms of COVID-19 offers limited protection against the development of Long COVID.


Leah Kuntz

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Vistagen Enrolls First Phase 3 Trial Participant for Social Anxiety Disorder Drug Fasedienol

Vistagen has enrolled the first participant in the PALISADE-3 phase 3 trial of fasedienol for the treatment of social anxiety disorder.


Contagion Editorial Team

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Meningococcal ABCWY Vaccine Meets Endpoints in Trial

The vaccine, developed by GSK, is "very encouraging" step in fight to treat meningococcal disease


Ron Southwick

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Congress Members Urge Biden to Address Prior Authorizations in Medicare Advantage

A bipartisan group of 61 U.S. senators and 233 members of the U.S. House of Representatives signed onto a joint letter asking the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to approve reforms.


Hiba Takieddin, PharmD

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A Primer on Atopic Dermatitis

Pharmacists can advise patients on how to control symptoms and reduce exacerbations.


Sarah Pitts, MD

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Impact of Hormonal Contraceptives on Adolescent Bone Health

Hormonal implants are generally thought to be safe for bone, although whether a young adolescent would reach their genetically determined PBM while using a contraceptive implant is not known.


Mostafa Kamal, CEO, Magellan Rx Management

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Drug Delivery: The Sky is Not the Limit

The use of drones to deliver critically important therapies can help overcome the barriers to care that impact patients in metropolitan areas.


Natalie DiPietro Mager, PharmD, PhD

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Q&A: Tips for Integrating Maternity Care Services Into the Pharmacy

Natalie DiPietro Mager, PharmD, PhD, discusses the best ways to integrate maternal health services into the routine workflow of community pharmacies.

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