Pharmacist Discusses NSAIDs in Relieving Menstrual Cramps
Discover effective over-the-counter solutions for menstrual cramps, including NSAIDs and alternative therapies, to alleviate pain and discomfort.
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.
How Retail Pharmacy is Transforming Immunization Services, Access
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.
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.
Pharmacists Play Key Role in Closing Health Literacy Gaps
Pharmacists can close health literacy gaps by prioritizing clear communication and ensuring patients leave with confidence in managing their care.
Strategies Necessary to Correct the Trajectory of US Pharmacy Deserts
While experts have been measuring the impacts stemming from US pharmacy deserts, they are also working to establish a path forward to reduce closures and increase access.
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.
Reimbursement Key to Implementing Social Needs Services in Community Pharmacies
Sustainable reimbursement and policy support are essential for community pharmacies to expand services, integrate care, and improve patient and population health outcomes.
The Technology, Initiatives Advancing Immunization Services in the US
Gaining insight from Walgreens’ senior director of immunizations, Samantha Picking, PharmD, discusses her company’s innovative approaches to boosting vaccination rates.
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.
Wicked Good Cardiometabolic Chat: Practical Counseling Tips for GLP-1, Dual Agonist Therapies
Pharmacists play a key role in guiding patients on GLP-1 and dual agonist therapies, supporting safe use, managing adverse effects, and promoting long-term treatment success.
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.
Overcoming Barriers to Social Needs Care Integration in Pharmacies
Community pharmacies can play a key role in addressing health-related social needs, but success requires overcoming different challenges.
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.
