Data Show Association Between Unsaturated Lipids and Alzheimer Disease
Investigators find this association primarily affects female patients when compared with male patients.
FDA Expands Approval of Evolocumab to Include Patients at Increased Risk of MACE
The FDA removes the prior requirement for a patient who is already diagnosed with a cardiovascular disease.
Q&A: Dosing Timing of NSAIDs Is Essential for Menstrual Pain
Palmer addresses the limitations of alternative methods such as acetaminophen, herbal supplements, and cannabis products, urging patients to consult health care professionals.
Rise in Off-Label GLP-1 Prescribing Highlights Need for Equitable Access
In association with patients’ race, ethnicity, and social determinants of health, researchers explored the off-label prescribing of GLP-1s approved for type 2 diabetes.
FDA Clears OTC Glucose Monitor for Weight Management
The Signos Glucose Monitoring System uses body signals that help to improve sleep, manage weight, and decrease the risk of chronic disease.
Understanding Pharmacists' Perception of AI Is Crucial to Pharmacy Profession
To better understand its potential role in the pharmacy profession, researchers explore artificial intelligence and the ways pharmacists are aware of its growing implementation.
Pharmacists Lack Knowledge, Motivation in Reporting Adverse Drug Reactions
In an exploration of provider reporting and pharmacovigilance, researchers assessed community pharmacists’ knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding adverse drug reactions.
Acetaminophen Misuse in Older Adults Raises Concerns About Liver Damage
Chronic pain affects many older adults, highlighting the need for safe acetaminophen use and effective pain management strategies.
Vaginal Estrogen Tablets Not Linked With Increased Recurrent Stroke Risk
Currently, systemic estrogen replacement therapy is contraindicated for women who have a history of ischemic stroke due to the risk of stroke recurrence.
Q&A: Making CGM Counseling Work in Community Pharmacies
Sustainable CGM counseling combines pharmacist expertise, technician support, multimodal education, and policy advocacy to improve patient outcomes in diabetes care.
Upadacitinib Improves Scalp Hair Coverage for Patients With Severe Alopecia Areata
New clinical trial results reveal upadacitinib's effectiveness in achieving significant hair regrowth for patients with severe alopecia areata.
Communication Interventions Can Reduce Vaccine Hesitancy
Amid increased concerns of vaccine hesitancy among the parents of pediatric patients, researchers sought the most effective communication methods to curb this growing phenomenon.
Simultaneous Influenza, Pneumococcal Vaccination Shows Noninferiority for Patients With Chronic Disease
Simultaneous vaccination with IIV4 and PPSV23 proves safe and effective for patients with chronic diseases, matching results of healthy individuals.
Q&A: Integrating Social Services Into Everyday Pharmacy Practice
Integrating health-related social needs programs into pharmacy practice strengthens patient care and positions pharmacies as vital public health partners.
Q&A: Training, Support Key to Pharmacist Confidence with CGMs
Targeted education and hands-on experience are helping pharmacists gain the confidence needed to guide patients in continuous glucose monitoring.
Technology Use, Glycemic Control Increases Among Patients With Type 1 Diabetes
Recent studies reveal that while diabetes technology use rises, glycemic control in type 1 diabetes patients remains low, highlighting significant disparities.
Challenges Persist for Pharmacies Filling Buprenorphine Prescriptions
Pharmacies face significant challenges in filling buprenorphine prescriptions for telemedicine patients, impacting opioid use disorder treatment access and patient satisfaction.
Pharmacist Counseling Improved Medication Adherence for Chronic Diseases
Researchers explored the effectiveness of pharmacist-led interventions for improving medication adherence among a group of patients with chronic diseases.
Direct-to-Consumer Pharmacies May Reduce Total Prescription Price for Neurological Medication
DTC pharmacies offer significant savings on total medication costs for neurological drugs, but out-of-pocket expenses remain high for insured patients.
Q&A: Persistent Vaccine Hesitancy Amid Increased Coadministration Rates
Despite pharmacists seemingly increasing their distribution of immunization services, vaccine hesitancy and misinformation continue to circulate in various communities.
Pharmacists, Telehealth May Improve Diabetes Care During Emergencies
In the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, researchers investigated how insulin use and glycemic control were associated among patients with type 2 diabetes.
OTC Birth Control Improves Access to Contraception for Patients With Structural Barriers
Investigators found that Opill increased access for patients who were uninsured, identified as Black or Latina, had lower education, and lived in the Southern United States.
Q&A: Pharmacists Play Key Role in Expanding Access to CGMs
As continuous glucose monitoring becomes more common, pharmacists are essential in patient education but face barriers of time, training, and reimbursement.
Q&A: Preparing Community Pharmacies for Respiratory Disease Season
Early planning and strong partnerships enable community pharmacies to manage the surge in vaccines and treatments during flu, COVID-19, and RSV seasons.
Community Pharmacies Help to Improve Access to Health Care
Pharmacists leverage socioeconomic insights to combat health disparities, enhancing access to medications and public health services in underserved communities.
Q&A: Pharmacists’ Role as the Most Accessible Vaccine Providers
Samantha Picking, PharmD, senior director of immunizations at Walgreens, discusses how pharmacists have emerged as the ideal providers to manage vaccine administration.
Maternal RSV Vaccine Shows Improved Protection Among Infants
Amid multiple methods for protecting children against RSV, researchers explored the strengths, limitations, and future approaches of each.
FDA Approves Cyclobenzaprine Sublingual Tablets for Treatment of Fibromyalgia
Cyclobenzaprine HCl sublingual tablets (Tonmya) are the first new FDA-approved therapy for fibromyalgia in over 15 years.
FDA Approves Semaglutide to Treat MASH With Moderate to Advanced Fibrosis
FDA approves Wegovy for treating metabolic dysfunction–associated steatohepatitis, marking a breakthrough in liver health management and patient care.
Reaching Patients Could Use a Bit of Incentive
Pharmacists face numerous challenges daily while striving to provide optimal care for their patients.