Once Weekly Insulin Efsitora Alfa Shows Similar Efficacy to Daily Insulin
Efsitora demonstrates noninferior reductions in hemoglobin A1c and similar rates of patients with an A1c of less than 7% compared with common daily insulin.
FDA Approves Sebetralstat for Hereditary Angioedema
The therapy is now the first and only oral on demand treatment option for the condition.
Increased COVID-19 Testing Skewed Understanding of Respiratory Disease Trends
Researchers determined the impact COVID-19 interventions had on Dannish children’s incidence of RSV, influenza, and invasive pneumococcal disease.
Meeting Preview: McKesson ideaShare 2025
This year’s conference is taking place from July 10 to 13 in Nashville, Tennessee.
Iowa Bill Adding Transparency, Accountability to PBM Practices
Brett Barker, PharmD, State Representative in Iowa’s 51st District, discussed Senate File 383 and how it’s intended to impact Iowa pharmacies.
Results Find SGLT2 Inhibitors Associated With Erythrocytosis
Investigators also report that sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 inhibitors are not associated with thrombotic risk.
Q&A: Expert Highlights Importance of Trusted Sources for Vaccine Information
Health care professionals emphasize patient education and reliable information in the evolving vaccine recommendation landscape.
Q&A: How ACIP Changes Could Reshape Patient Care
Kevin Cleveland, PharmD, urges evidence-based approaches to immunizations in an era of uncertainty.
The Opportunities, Gaps in Diabetes Care Making Pharmacists Stand Out | ADA 2025
Following his presentation at the American Diabetes Association’s 85th Scientific Sessions, Jon Easter caught up with Drug Topics to discuss the pharmacists’ role in diabetes management.
The Ongoing Challenges Causing Need for Reform in Retail Pharmacy
As state-level PBM reform heats up amid dire situations for many retail pharmacies, Walgreens Chief Pharmacy Officer Rick Gates joins Drug Topics to discuss ongoing industry challenges.
Smart Insulin Pen Cap System Shows Sustained Glycemic Improvement Over 12 Months | ADA 2025
Patients who used the Bigfoot Unity Diabetes Management System had glycemic control and reduced diabetes distress.
Q&A: Pharmacist Highlights Challenges in Vaccine Information Navigation Amid Changing Recommendations
Cherokee Layson-Wolf, PharmD, BCACP, FAPhA, discusses the impact of shifting guidance on vaccination strategies.
Dispensing Leadership: Navigating Your Pharmacy Career with Purpose
This episode explores how pharmacists can navigate their careers with clarity and purpose by grounding themselves in their professional oath, organizational mission, and core values.
Q&A: Expert Discusses Impact of New ACIP Member Changes and Vaccine Recommendations
As concerns mount over potential shifts in vaccine recommendations, Deanna Tran, PharmD, BCACP, FAPhA, advocates for rigorous data assessment and patient-centered communication strategies.
Q&A: Pharmacy Modernization Through Use of AI, Micro-Fulfillment
In part 3 of our interview with Walgreens Chief Pharmacy Officer Rick Gates, he explores the future of pharmacy practices and how modern use of technologies like AI are becoming commonplace.
Taking The Lead: Pharmacy Leadership Essentials
GLP-1s Effective as Adjunctive Therapy in Patients with T1D, Obesity | ADA 2025
Researchers explored patients with type 1 diabetes and overweight or obesity to understand the efficacy and safety of GLP-1s as adjunctive therapies.
Q&A: The Evolving Role Pharmacists Play in Team-Based Diabetes Care | ADA 2025
In a recap of his presentation at the American Diabetes Association’s 85th Scientific Sessions, Jon Easter, RPh, discussed the role of pharmacists in team-based diabetes care.
Q&A: How Technician Fatigue Threatens Patient Safety, Care
Taylor Watterson, PharmD, PhD, discusses how pharmacy technician burnout can impact pharmacy operations.
Q&A: Pharmacies Grapple With Patient Influx Amid Rite Aid Closures
Rob Frankil, RPh, discusses how independent pharmacies in Pennsylvania are dealing with the impact of Rite Aid stores closing.
Deprescribing Interventions Could Safely Reduce Number of Potentially Inappropriate Prescriptions
Pharmacist-led deprescribing can help reduce the number of medications a patient is taking in an effective way.
Declining Interest in Community Pharmacy Practice Reflects Career, Industry Uncertainty
Interest in community pharmacy practice is declining as pharmacists seek roles with better work-life balance, greater autonomy, and more meaningful patient care opportunities.
State-Level PBM Reform Vital for Community Pharmacies, Patient Access
Walgreens Chief Pharmacy Officer Rick Gates discusses ongoing movement at the state level regarding pharmacy benefit manager reform.
AI-Driven CGM Insights Improved Glycemic Control | ADA 2025
In an abstract presented at the American Diabetes Association 85th Scientific Sessions, researchers tested the effectiveness of an AI-driven program for improving glycemic control.
Physicians Looking to Pharmacists for Patient Engagement in Diabetes Management | ADA 2025
Jon Easter, RPh, discusses pharmacists’ ability to improve patient engagement in diabetes care following his presentation at the American Diabetes Association’s 85th Scientific Sessions.
Gaps Remain in MOUD Access Across Opioid Treatment Programs
Pharmacists play a role in educating patients as well as making them feel more comfortable when utilizing opioid use treatment.
Q&A: Retail, Independent Pharmacies Continue to Call for Improved Reimbursement Practices
Rick Gates, chief pharmacy officer at Walgreens and chairman of the National Association of Chain Drug Stores, discussed the current status of retail pharmacies and the way they are reimbursed.
Q&A: Pharmacists Help Close Gaps in Abortion Medication Access
Pharmacists play a key role in medication abortion care by providing clinical guidance, patient counseling, and advocacy.
Pharmacist Integration in Health Care Team Improves Patient Access, Outcomes | ADA 2025
Jon Easter, RPh, joined Drug Topics to discuss pharmacists’ roles within health care teams following his presentation at the American Diabetes Association’s 85th Scientific Sessions.
Harvard Poll Shows 1 in 5 Adults Do Not Support Routine Childhood Vaccine Requirements
Of those who do not support vaccines, 79% said a major reason for their opposition is that it should be the parents’ choice about whether to vaccinate their child and 40% cite safety concerns.