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However, caution with empagliflozin use should be applied for patients previously taking angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors or angiotensin receptor blockers.

In part 3 of our interview with Joey Mattingly, PharmD, MBA, PhD, he discusses potential government policies for reducing pharmacy closures.

Small, evidence-based steps, resource awareness, advocacy, and interprofessional training can make health literacy a practical and sustainable part of pharmacy practice.

The event will focus on patient access and education in pharmacy practice, featuring industry leaders providing actionable strategies and real-world solutions for independent pharmacies.

Certified diabetes care and education specialists and clinical pharmacists are essential members of diabetes care teams.

Among participants in the CATCH trial, researchers explored the relationship between HPV vaccination and incidence of infection.

In this episode, host Taylor Watterson, PharmD, PhD, welcomes Josie Quick, CPhT-Adv, CSPT, BUS, an advanced certified pharmacy technician with over 20 years of experience.

Investigators emphasize the importance of proper education regarding diabetes and continuous glucose monitors.

Equitable pharmacy care means tailoring support to individual patients while using existing health literacy resources to make information more accessible.

A range of evidence-based strategies for managing menstrual pain, such as heat therapy and gentle exercise, can help improve menstrual pain.

Researchers explored the real-world dose titration, adherence rates, and effectiveness of glucagon-like peptide-1 medications among patients in a multidisciplinary obesity clinic.

Cross-training pharmacy staff as community health workers enables pharmacies to effectively address health-related social needs and improve community health outcomes.

Investigators find this association primarily affects female patients when compared with male patients.

Pharmacists can advance health equity by tailoring patient communication and advocating for system-level strategies that support health literacy.

Expert pharmacy business researcher Joey Mattingly, PharmD, MBA, PhD, joined Drug Topics to discuss recent trends in pharmacy churn and how it directly impacts patients.

The FDA removes the prior requirement for a patient who is already diagnosed with a cardiovascular disease.

Palmer addresses the limitations of alternative methods such as acetaminophen, herbal supplements, and cannabis products, urging patients to consult health care professionals.

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.

Michelle Palmer, PharmD, FASCP, also emphasizes the importance of heat therapy, gentle exercise, adequate sleep, and relaxation techniques as management techniques.

The Signos Glucose Monitoring System uses body signals that help to improve sleep, manage weight, and decrease the risk of chronic disease.

To better understand its potential role in the pharmacy profession, researchers explore artificial intelligence and the ways pharmacists are aware of its growing implementation.

In an exploration of provider reporting and pharmacovigilance, researchers assessed community pharmacists’ knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding adverse drug reactions.

Discover effective over-the-counter solutions for menstrual cramps, including NSAIDs and alternative therapies, to alleviate pain and discomfort.

Chronic pain affects many older adults, highlighting the need for safe acetaminophen use and effective pain management strategies.

Currently, systemic estrogen replacement therapy is contraindicated for women who have a history of ischemic stroke due to the risk of stroke recurrence.

As Walgreens senior director of immunizations, Samantha Picking, PharmD, delved into the evolution of pharmacies’ immunization services as well as their dedication to vaccine uptake.

Sustainable CGM counseling combines pharmacist expertise, technician support, multimodal education, and policy advocacy to improve patient outcomes in diabetes care.

New clinical trial results reveal upadacitinib's effectiveness in achieving significant hair regrowth for patients with severe alopecia areata.