Flu Vaccine Benefits Both Vaccinated, Unvaccinated Patients
Flu vaccination significantly reduces illness in vaccinated and unvaccinated individuals, highlighting its importance in public health strategies.
Extremely Severe Pediatric Obesity Prevalence Increased Over Last 15 Years
From 2008 to 2023, the relative increase of pediatric patients with obesity classes 4 to 5 was 253.1%.
Why Pharmacy Students Choose Patient-Facing, Non–Patient-Facing Roles
With an emphasis on the factors that differentiate the future roles of pharmacists, researchers sought to better understand the career intentions of pharmacy students.
Q&A: Supporting Ongoing Insulin Use Through Pharmacy Counseling
Pharmacists play a key role in monitoring insulin use by addressing dosing, storage, and symptom management through regular, supportive patient check-ins.
FDA Approves Insulin Aspart-Xjhz as First Interchangeable Biosimilar to NovoLog
The FDA approves Kirsty, an interchangeable biosimilar insulin, enhancing diabetes treatment options and accessibility for patients.
Q&A: Helping Patients Navigate the First Steps of Insulin Therapy
Community pharmacists play a crucial role in helping patients start insulin with confidence through education, emotional support, and hands-on guidance.
Pharmacists Demonstrate Professional Identity Through Provider, Patient-Focused Roles
Using the Q Methodology to account for subjectivity in responses, pharmacists self-identified their professional identities.
2023-2024 COVID-19 Vaccine Efficacy Wanes Over Time
New study data reveal the waning effectiveness of 2023-2024 COVID-19 vaccines, highlighting the need for ongoing vaccinations and pharmacist involvement.
Inflammation Linked With Depressive Moods for Older Adults With Insomnia
Older adults with insomnia face heightened depression risks during inflammation, highlighting the need for targeted monitoring and treatment strategies.
Pharmacist-Led Nutritional Interventions Benefit Post-ICU Patients
In the researchers’ exploration of post-ICU nutritional care, they detailed the clinical pharmacist’s role and provided insights into how this role may evolve in the future.
Collaborative, Pharmacist-Led Approach Crucial in Polypharmacy
Emphasizing the pharmacist’s essential role, researchers explored the causes, consequences, and clinical implications of polypharmacy.
Meeting Preview: NPhA, SNPhA Annual Convention
This year’s conference is taking place from August 1 to 4 in Cincinnati, Ohio.
FDA Approves GSK’s Shingles Vaccine in Prefilled Syringe
The new presentation of Shingrix will allow for easier administration.
Q&A: Pharmacist's Voices Help Propel Industry Changes | McKesson ideaShare
Brooklyn Morgan, PharmD, discusses the transformation of pharmacy practice from a regulatory model to a more flexible approach.
Pharmacist-Led Interventions Show Promise in Improving COPD Outcomes
Researchers conducted a review of pharmacist interventions and their ability to impact the outcomes of patients with COPD.
Bristol Myers Squibb, Pfizer to Sell Eliquis Directly to Patients
The 2 corporations formed the Bristol Myers Squibb-Pfizer Alliance and will be offering discounted Eliquis to eligible patients starting September 8, 2025.
Q&A: Pharmacists Drive Better Insulin Outcomes Through Teamwork, Technology
Jennifer Clements, PharmD, FCCP, FADCES, BCPS, CDCES, BCACP, BC-ADM, discusses how pharmacists can collaborate with providers to optimize insulin therapy.
Q&A: Pharmacy Teams Leverage Technology and Collaboration to Optimize Inventory | McKesson ideaShare
Thomas Sherrer, PharmD, emphasizes teamwork and technology in inventory management to enhance patient safety and reduce medication errors.
Underserved Patients Less Resilient During Pandemic Than Affluent Communities
Researchers examined the factors attributed to self-reported resilience among diverse and community-dwelling adults during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Once Monthly Oral PrEP Medication Will Advance to Phase 3 Study
Investigators find that the phase 2 trial supports the further development of MK-8527 as an HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis.
Data Show Amoxicillin Therapy Resistance for Invasive Pneumococcal Disease
New research findings reveal amoxicillin's effectiveness varies in treating invasive pneumococcal disease, highlighting the importance of patient-specific factors in antibiotic therapy.
COVID-19 Hospitalizations Disproportionately Impacted Black, Hispanic Children
Researchers characterized trends in COVID-19 hospitalizations by race and ethnicity among children from March 2020 to September 2023.
Pneumococcal Vaccination for Care Home Residents Prevents Cases, Deaths
Older adults are more likely to have chronic diseases, such as lung or heart disease, which makes them more susceptible to invasive pneumococcal disease.
Q&A: Pharmacies Optimize Inventory Management Through Teamwork | McKesson ideaShare
Thomas Sherrer, PharmD, advocates for a team-driven, tech-enhanced approach to pharmacy inventory management, boosting patient care and operational efficiency.
Tirzepatide, Hormone Therapy Combination Increases Weight Loss in Postmenopausal Women
Recent study data showed that 45% of women treated with both therapies achieved at least 20% total body weight loss.
Q&A: Pharmacists Play Essential Role in Insulin Therapy Success
Jennifer N. Clements, PharmD, FCCP, FADCES, BCPS, CDCES, BCACP, BC-ADM, discusses how pharmacists can help patients manage insulin.
Real-Time Prescription Benefit Tools Must Be Improved for Patients, Payers
Researchers addressed the current trends in prescription drug use and spending among Medicare Advantage beneficiaries during the first year of clinician access to a real-time prescription benefit tool.
CGRP Medication Does Not Prevent Cluster Headache Attacks
Investigators find that erenumab, a calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP) receptor monoclonal antibody, is not a preventive treatment for chronic cluster headache.
Delays in Hypertension Diagnosis Common, Associated With Adverse Outcomes
Researchers investigated the timing of hypertension diagnosis, exploring its association with medication prescribing and long-term cardiovascular outcomes.
Q&A: Congressman Highlights PBM Reform Bill | McKesson ideaShare
Congressman Buddy Carter (R-GA) champions the PBM Reform Act of 2025, aiming to enhance drug price transparency and empower pharmacists in healthcare delivery.
