Chickenpox Vaccine Reduces Risk of Shingles in Children
Shingles a Risk Factor for Heart Attack and Stroke
Shingles is associated with a statistically significant increase in the risk of myocardial infarction, stroke, and transient ischemic attack.
Walmart Layoffs Impact Senior Staff
3% of nationwide pharmacy staff laid of nationwide; nearly half were senior pharmacists.
Gottlieb on creating space for opportunity and innovation
At the 2019 Asembia Specialty Pharmacy Summit, former FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb discussed advances within the agency during his tenure.
How Pharmacists Benefit Value-Based Programs
Value-based programs emphasize better care, enhanced health, and lower costs.
Hepatitis C: Resurgence of a Silent Epidemic
3.5 million Americans estimated to be living with chronic HCV infection, but half may not know.
The Future of Pharmacy Automation
Affordable dispensing robots are opening new opportunities for community pharmacies.
FDA Approves Xpovio (Selinexor) for Multiple Myeloma
Nuclear export inhibitor indicated in combination with dexamethasone.
A High-Tech Wristband Could Reduce COPD Hospitalizations
New technology is making it possible to predict and respond to COPD flare ups.
Working in an Office Might Raise Your Risk of Developing COPD
Working in an office may be a greater COPD risk than working in a mine.
Drug Shortages: Impact on U.S. Health Systems
$359 million per year, and nearly 40 cumulative hours per week are spent mitigating shortages.
FDA Issues Warning Letters to Companies Selling Kratom Products
Unsupported claims of safety and effectiveness have concnerned the FDA.
Shoppers Drug Mart Expanding E-Commerce Medical Cannabis Program
Pilot program will include a blockchain-secured distribution.
New Indication for Darzalex Approved by FDA
Now approved to be used in combiantion with lenalidomide and dexamethasone.
FDA Approves Avastin Biosimilar, Zirabev (Bvacizumab-bvzr), for Various Cancers
Bevacizumab-bvzr is an mAb endothelial growth factor biosimilar.
Opinion: Data is a Vital Resource in Fighting the Opioid Crisis
Patient data provides a rich resource that can help address the problem of opioid misuse and addiction among their health plan members.
FDA Approves Soliris (Eculizumab) for Neuromyelitis Optica Spectrum Disorder
Complement inhibitor is the first treatment for the rare autoimmune disorder.
FDA Approves Dupixent (Dupilumab) for Chronic Rhinosinusitis
First treatment approved for the condition with nasal polyps.
Illinois Legislature OKs Funding to Help Rural, Independent Pharmacies
$10 million to fund Critical Access Pharmacy Program.
Walgreens Expands Safe Drug Disposal Program
Walgreens launched a national effort to help consumers safely dispose of unwanted or expired medications year-round in all of its pharmacies.
Walgreens Stresses HIV Testing, Prevention Medications
Walgreens and several organizations will educate about HIV testing and antiretroviral medications to prevent HIV transmission on National HIV Testing Day on June 27.
Why Technology Upkeep is Up to You
Pharmacist intervention keeps pharmacy systems up to date, secure, and running optimally.
First Medical Cannabis Degree Launched by University of Maryland Pharmacy School
Medical cannabis is the subject of a new master’s degree program at the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy.
FDA Approves New Somatuline Depot Syringe
New features to ease injection administration.
Pharm Tech Certification Board Awards Grants to Four State Pharmacy Associations
Funds to help establish education and training for pharmacy technicians.
New Drug Review: Zulresso (Brexanolone)
The first drug approved to specifically treat post-partum depression.
FDA Expands Symdeko Indications
Approved to treat pediatric patients ages 6 years and older with cystic fibrosis
Dispensing Errors Lead Incident Reports
Most common errors include incorrect drugs and strength.
Opinion: The Future of Pharmacy
An open letter to the California State Board of Pharmacy.
Discount Drug Cards Are Flourishing
Programs increasingly cater to the uninsured and underinsured
