Authors


Matthew Fowler

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COVID-19 Vaccines: T Cell, Antibody Responses Demonstrated in CLL

Patients with chronic lymphocytic leukemia experienced functional T cell and antibody responses after receiving a vaccine for COVID-19.


Oriana Lerner

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Breaking Down the Numbers for Isotretinoin AEs

Recent meta-analysis takes a look at possible adverse effects of the acne medicine, their frequency and severity.


Maggie L. Shaw

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Biosimilars Are Bringing Affordability and Accessibility

Lower costs, increased availability, and assistance programs are “game changers” for patients.


Robert Calandra

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Why Is There Such A Large Disparity In Who Meets Critera For Hepatitis B Treatment?

Findings reported in JAMA Network Open don’t find racial disparities among those who meet the treatment criteria. But Black individuals were less likely than Asian or White individuals to be among those meet the criteria.


Madeleine Depinho, BS, PharmD Candidate 2022

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New Drug Review: Atogepant FDA-Approved for Migraine Treatment

On September 28, the FDA granted approval to oral atogepant (Qulipta) for the prevention of migraine.


Jasmine Cutler, PharmD, CPh

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Q&A: Education, Accessibility Is Key for Reproductive Health Care | APhA 2025

As over-the-counter birth control becomes increasingly available, pharmacists are uniquely positioned to bridge critical gaps in reproductive health care.


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

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The Pharmacist’s Role in Counseling Patients on GLP-1 Medications

With expertise in the management and treatment of diabetes, Diana Isaacs, PharmD, BCPS, BCACP, BC-ADM, CDCES, shared her insights on counseling patients using GLP-1 medications.


Egla Hasimllari, PharmD

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DefenCath Approved to Reduce Incidence of Catheter-Related Bloodstream Infections in Adults

This new drug utilizes the bactericidal properties of taurolidine and the bloodthinning effects of heparin to maintain catheter patency.


Tom Knight, MBA, MS

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Challenges of Drug Diversion in Health Care Settings Amid High Staff Turnover, Budget Cuts

With the risk of diversion potentially greater than it was before the pandemic, these data should be viewed as a warning sign.


Tracy D Mahvan, RPh, PharmD, MBA, BCGP

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OTC Considerations for COVID-19

Many individuals have been asking if they can take things at home, such as vitamins and OTC medications, to decrease their risk of contracting the virus or to self-treat themselves


Kathy Blanchard

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Focus on DIR Fees: 3 Ways to Manage Them

When investing in the future profitability of your pharmacy, here are 3 ways to help manage and mitigate the bottom line impacts of DIR fees.


Bridget Hanna, CPhT

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Do’s And Don’ts: Social Media Tips for Pharmacists

Social media marketing is a powerful tool that pharmacists can use.


Sandhya Vijapurapu, PharmD Candidate

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Digital Health Tools in Diabetes

Technology and mobile health apps can be valuable tools in diabetes management.


Caitlyn Bradford, 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.


Reina Puri

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Best Practices on Discussing Birth Control for Adolescents

There are numerous methods of contraception available for adolescents.


Susan Cornell, PharmD, CDCES, FAPhA, FADCES

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Pharmacists Discuss Their Hopes for the Future of Pharmacy in 2025 | APhA 2025

Experts discuss the evolving landscape of pharmacy through technological advancements, professional development, and advocacy.



Jenny Markell, BA

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The Rise in Direct-to-Consumer Advertising of Prescription Drugs

Throughout her research, Jenny Markell, BA, has uncovered some alarming trends within prescription drug advertising in the US.


Leah Habersham, MD, MBA, MS

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Assessing and Treating Opioid Use Disorder in Pregnancy

Opioid use disorder during pregnancy is stigmatized, but these patients deserve compassionate, nonjudgmental care.




Sobha Pisharody

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The Increasingly Relevant Role of Pharmacogenomics

Pharmacogenomics looks at how genetic influences affect an individual’s response to therapeutic medications.


Anam Jalaluddin

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How Technology Can Reduce Pharmacy Staff Burnout

Companies like ShiftRx are using technology to help solve the staffing shortage crisis in health care.



Jenny Zhao, PharmD

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FDA Approves Ceftobiprole Medocaril Sodium for 3 Indications

The FDA approved ceftobiprole medocaril sodium for injection (Zevtera) in April 2024.



Beth Brooks, PhD, RN, FACHE

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Health Care Hiring Trends For 2023 And Beyond

How are hiring trends shaping up for the future of health care?


Kevin Chamberlain, PharmD, FASCP

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Lecanemab-irmb Approved for Alzheimer Disease

On January 6, 2023, the FDA granted lecanemab-irmb (Leqembi) accelerated approval for treating mild cognitive impairment and mild dementia in patients with Alzheimer disease.


Andre Wang, PharmD

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New Prodrug for ADHD in School-aged Children

Ser/dex is a dexmethylphenidate-based prodrug for ADHD in patients 6 years and older.


Satish Srinivasan, MS

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Could a Cash-Based System Help Eliminate Health Care Barriers?

Disadvantaged groups are feeling the sting of health care costs—so much so that many are foregoing health care because they can’t pay for it.

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