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Respiratory
Pharmacists Are Key Players in Asthma Management
July 15, 2020
“Pharmacists should ensure that patients have a written asthma action plan.”
FDA Authorizes Use of Non-Invasive Nerve Stimulation Therapy for Asthma Exacerbations in COVID-19
July 15, 2020
The therapy will also be available for individuals with asthma and suspected COVID-19 infection.
Moderna’s COVID-19 Vaccine Candidate Shows Safety, Immune Response Results in Phase 1 Study
July 15, 2020
Moderna announced interim analysis results of its investigational COVID-19 vaccine candidate, mRNA-1273, from an ongoing phase 1 study.
FDA Authorizes Third Combination Diagnostic Test for Flu and COVID-19
July 06, 2020
The FDA has granted emergency use authorization to an additional combination diagnostic test for influenza and COVID-19.
FDA Guidance Provides Safety, Quality Standards for COVID-19 Vaccine Development
June 30, 2020
In a new guidance, the FDA provides recommendations for those developing COVID-19 vaccines to ensure safety and efficacy.
Part 2: A Conversation on Remdesivir Trial Updates
June 29, 2020
Julie Ann Justo, infectious diseases clinical pharmacist and associate professor at the University of South Carolina College of Pharmacy, discusses the latest data from Gilead's trials for Remdesivir, a potential COVID-19 treatment.
Children’s Cough Relief Products Recalled for Wrong Dosing Cups
June 23, 2020
The FDA warned that the dosing cups, which were missing some graduation markings, could cause an accidental overdose.
CDC Urges Routine Vaccinations Despite COVID-19 Pandemic
June 17, 2020
The CDC released an updated vaccination guidance on administering routine vaccinations amid the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic.
FDA Revokes EUA for Chloroquine and Hydroxychloroquine
June 15, 2020
Since the emergency use authorization was granted, new data on heart risks associated with hydroxychloroquine and chloroquine have been revealed.
Pharmacies Prepare For Possible Surge In Flu Vaccinations This Season
June 15, 2020
Pharmacies are preparing for what is expected to be a surge in flu vaccinations this year as Americans are putting a greater focus on staying healthy amid the coronavirus pandemic.