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John Kassis, PharmD

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Barhemsys (Amisulpride) for Postoperative Nausea and Vomiting

On February 27, 2020, the FDA approved an intravenous solution of amisulpride (Barhemsys; Acacia Pharma) to treat and prevent postoperative nausea and vomiting.


Tim Smith

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COPD Exacerbations Reduced Substantially With Dupilumab, Phase 3 Data Shows

The NOTUS trial was shown to have successfully achieved its primary endpoint, demonstrating the notable efficacy of dupilumab in reducing exacerbations by 34% versus placebo in individuals with moderate-to-severe COPD showing evidence of type 2 inflammation.


Rachel Lutz

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A Surge in Mpox Cases Could Occur This Summer

Demetre Daskalakis, MD, MPH, urged those in the LGBTQ+ community to get fully vaccinated against the disease.


Jared Kaltwasser

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Closed-Loop Glucose Management Led to Direct, Indirect Benefits Among Youth With T1D

Beyond improving glucose control, hybrid closed-loop glucose monitoring systems offered indirect benefits like reduced fear of hypoglycemia and improved sleep quality among youth with type 1 diabetes (T1D).



Diana Issacs, PharmD, BCPS, BCACP, BC-ADM, CDCES

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Continuous Glucose Monitoring and Its Part in Diabetes Management

Continuous glucose monitoring has many benefits and can improve disease management in for both diabetes types.


Janet Walker

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How to Help Make Health Equity a Reality

CMS and state officials are using payment incentives, data collection and program requirements to start edging the lofty ideals of health equity toward reality.


Joshua Fitch

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Efficacy of Tapinarof Cream 1% Demonstrated in Atopic Dermatitis in Skin of Color

A lack of diversity in clinical trials has hampered health care providers from understanding the nuances of diseases across specific patient populations.



John Bucheit, PharmD

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Q&A: Statin, Nonstatin Combination Therapy to Treat Patients’ Cardiovascular Risk | ASHP Midyear

John Bucheit, PharmD, joined Drug Topics to discuss statins and nonstatins’ efficacy in treating cardiovascular disease.



Chris Cella

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Understanding the Foundations of Pharmacy Financial Health

Pharmacy schools specialize in training students as experts in patient care—not as expert business owners.


Sandra Bond Chapman, PhD

Latest:

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


Lauren Buchanan

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FDA: Secukinumab Approved for Hidradenitis Suppurativa

Secukinumab is the only anti IL-17A inhibitor approved for hidradenitis suppurativa.


Emily Flaugher

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Expert Discusses McKesson's Approach to Supporting Community Pharmacies | McKesson ideaShare

Through platforms like Health Mart Atlas, the company is providing pharmacies with tools to better understand their financial landscape.


Josie Quick, CPhT-Adv, CSPT, BUS

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Amplifying Technicians: Josie Quick, CPhT-Adv, CSPT, BUS

In this episode, host Taylor Watterson, PharmD, PhD, welcomes Josie Quick, CPhT-Adv, CSPT, BUS, an advanced certified pharmacy technician with over 20 years of experience.


Caitlin McCafferty

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USDA provides conditional license for Canine Parvovirus Monoclonal Antibody

The brand-new treatment from Elanco is currently the only approved therapeutic solution proven to treat canine parvovirus.


Erin R. Fox, PharmD, MHA, BCPS, FASHP

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Pharmacists as the Authority on Ultra-High-Cost Drugs

Erin Fox, PharmD, MHA, BCPS, FASHP, joined Drug Topics to discuss ultra-high-cost drugs and the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists 2025 Pharmacy Forecast.


Lois Hall, MS

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Scripted for Her: Understanding Grief

This episode explores the often-overlooked impact of grief on patients and pharmacy staff, highlighting the vital role pharmacists play in recognizing emotional health needs and providing compassionate support.


Sam McAleese, M.D

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What's Next in Development of RSV Vaccines for Children?

How much progress have we made in developing therapies to treat this common childhood respiratory disorder?


Sarah Thomas

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Asembia Does a Great Job Bringing Professionals Together, Experts Say | Asembia 2025

The Summit provides a rare opportunity for professionals to dive deep into emerging healthcare technologies and treatment models.


Chris Ryan

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FDA Approves Drug Combo for Young Glioma Patients

A combination of dabrafenib with trametinib was approved by the FDA for treatment of pediatric patients 1 year and older with low-grade glioma & BRAF V600E mutation who require systemic therapy.


Ka Yeun Kim, BS, BPS, PharmD Candidate

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Probiotics for the Prevention of Pediatric Antibiotic-Associated Diarrhea

Evidence of the relationship between probiotics and antibiotics is lacking.


Sara Grossman, PharmD

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Probiotics for the Prevention of Pediatric Antibiotic-Associated Diarrhea

Evidence of the relationship between probiotics and antibiotics is lacking.


Sarah Gray, PharmD, GAICD

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How Pharmacy Matches Perfectly With Nutrition

Known as “The Nutrition Pharmacist,” Sarah Gray, PharmD, GAICD, recently joined Drug Topics to discuss her dual profession within health care.


Mark Heinemeyer

Latest:

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


Jason Gallagher, PharmD, FCCP, FIDP, FIDSA, BCPS

Latest:

The Wait for RSV Vaccines Continues

Two RSV vaccines for seniors have completed phase 3 trials and demonstrated beneficial results. The public still awaits FDA decisions on potential approvals for both.


Mike Hennessy Jr, President and CEO, MJH Life Sciences

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Pharmacists Provide Relief After Natural Disasters

Pharmacists are indispensable members of the disaster relief team, playing a crucial role in ensuring the continuity of care during and after a natural disaster.


David Bright, PharmD, MBA

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Scripted for Her: Addressing Preconception Health Through MTM

In this episode, Natalie DiPietro Mager, PharmD, PhD speaks with David Bright, PharmD, MBA, professor at Ferris State University College of Pharmacy.


Katelyn Yamartino, PharmD

Latest:

Vericiguat (Verquvo) for Heart Failure With Reduced Ejection Fraction

A new drug review for vericiguat, indicated for heart failure, reports efficacy and safety data.

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