As Health Care Evolves, Pharmacy Education Remains Essential
Pharmacists can now showcase their skills within the health care industry by counseling patients and continuing to learn and grow with them.
Osteoporosis Risk Increases as BMI Decreases Into Adulthood
As part of a retrospective study, researchers explored the association between BMI and osteoporosis risk as outcomes evolve from adolescence to adulthood.
Standing More May Improve Blood Pressure in Postmenopausal Women With Overweight, Obesity
Sit-to-stand transitions may lower diastolic blood pressure in postmenopausal women with overweight or obesity, offering a simple way to reduce cardiovascular risk.
Clinicians Lack Confidence in Navigating Patients’ Abortion Access
Researchers gathered a group of adolescent-serving clinicians and asked them about their confidence in helping patients with abortion access.
FDA Approves Fremanezumab as First Anti-CGRP Drug for Prevention of Pediatric Episodic Migraine
Fremanezumab-vfrm (Ajovy) receives FDA approval for the prevention of episodic migraine for patients aged 6 to 17 years.
CPESN USA Launches “CPESN Leads” Initiative to Elevate Community Pharmacy Leadership
Metformin Shows Inconsistent Results for Alzheimer Prevention
New research shows metformin's inconsistent neuroprotective effects against Alzheimer disease, challenging its role in diabetes management for cognitive health.
Glipizide Increases Cardiovascular Risk Compared With DPP4 Inhibitors in T2D
Patients with type 2 diabetes and moderate cardiovascular risk had a higher rate of major heart-related events when treated with sulfonylureas.
Rural Community Pharmacies Play Crucial Role in Pneumococcal Vaccine Access
Among rural community pharmacies in the US, researchers explored pneumococcal immunization services, the processes used to identify patient eligibility, and the barriers to vaccine administration.
FDA Approves Biktarvy for Patients With HIV Previously Treated With Antiretroviral Therapy
FDA approves Biktarvy for HIV treatment in patients not virologically suppressed, enhancing options for those restarting antiretroviral therapy.
Pharmacist-Led Interventions Boost Vaccine Uptake in Older Adults
Researchers conducted a systematic review to determine the effectiveness of pharmacists in promoting vaccine uptake for protection against the most prominent infectious diseases.
Despite Increase in Certified Stroke Centers, Racial Disparities Persist
After the certification of a new stroke center in respective communities, researchers compared the stroke outcomes of Black patients with those of White patients.
Q&A: New Career Priorities Emerge for Pharmacists After COVID-19
Since the COVID-19 pandemic, pharmacists are reevaluating career paths and calling for greater flexibility, support, and opportunities for professional growth.
Tirzepatide Shows Noninferiority to Dulaglutide for Rate of MACE
In the study, tirzepatide (Mounjaro) improved measures of A1c, weight, renal function, and all-cause mortality.
Broader Formulary Coverage Is Linked to Lower Risk of MS Relapse
In this retrospective cohort study, researchers investigated the association between formulary coverage for disease-modifying therapies and the potential for MS relapse.
FDA Addresses Opioid Medication Safety With Additional Label Changes
The FDA also recommended a scheduling action for 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH), with data showing the drug binds to opioid receptors.
Preclinical Data Show Potential for Bird Flu Candidate
Novavax’s H5N1 avian influenza vaccine candidate shows a robust immune response with 1- and 2-dose intranasal or intramuscular administration for nonhuman primates.
Q&A: Community Pharmacies Help Increase Immunization Convenience, Uptake
Hashim Zaibak, PharmD, CEO of Hayat Pharmacy, discusses how immunization services at his pharmacy locations have evolved since the COVID-19 pandemic.
FDA Approves Label Update for Inclisiran as Monotherapy for Hypercholesterolemia
The updated label removes the requirement that inclisiran should be used on top of or in combination with statin therapies.
Data Show Social Media Exposure Is Associated With Adolescent Cannabis, e-Cigarette Use
Researchers explore whether or not exposure to e-cigarette or cannabis content on social media leads to increased use among adolescents.
Top 3 PBMs Contribute to Over 1500% Increase in Formulary Exclusions Since 2014
For biosimilar, generic, and branded medications, Cencora researchers conducted a report detailing growth in formulary exclusions among the 3 largest pharmacy benefit managers in the US.
FDA Approves Concizumab as Daily Prophylaxis for Hemophilia A and B
Many treatments for hemophilia A and B are administered via intravenous infusions, so the approval offers a subcutaneous injection for the treatment for patients 12 years and older.
Community Pharmacy Shows Potential in Detecting Cognitive Decline
Community pharmacies emerge as key players in early cognitive decline detection, offering vital screening tools and support for at-risk patients.
Pharmacists Help Emphasize Importance of Immunizations for Patients
During National Immunization Awareness Month, Drug Topics is highlighting the important role pharmacists play in educating and vaccinating patients.
Are Benadryl-Associated Toxicities Enough to Pull It From Shelves?
Experts call for the review of diphenhydramine and its possible replacement with second-generation antihistamines that have similar efficacy with fewer adverse events.
College-Educated Pregnant Women Are More Likely to Receive COVID-19 Vaccine
Researchers in Kenya explored vaccination behaviors among individuals of various socioeconomic or educational statuses.
Women With Hypoglycemia Before Pregnancy Are More Likely to Have Adverse Outcomes
Study data reveal that women with low blood glucose levels before conception face higher risks of adverse pregnancy outcomes, emphasizing the need for screening and education.
Financial Burden for Patients With Type 2 Diabetes Is Higher Than for Those Without
In a study, investigators say that a patient’s financial health should be considered when starting treatment for type 2 diabetes.
Prescribing Cascades Can Often Lead to Polypharmacy for Older Adults
Pharmacists are essential in helping to identify patients at risk for inappropriate prescribing.
S Pneumoniae Remains Leading Cause of Acute Otitis Media Despite Reduced Prevalence
Among pediatric patients in Colombia, researchers explored the prevalence of bacterial acute otitis media caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae.
