Jacinda Abdul-Mutakabbir, PharmD, MPH, AAHIVP, discusses a study she conducted that highlights how social determinants of health exacerbate severity and increase rates of mortality from Clostridioides difficile infections in vulnerable communities.

High-dose vitamin C, when combined with chemotherapy, has shown the potential to double the survival rate of patients with late-stage metastatic pancreatic cancer.

A vast majority of patients achieved a positive clinical response with the combination, with improvements in their ocular condition.

Investigators say basic immunodeficiency screening should be completed in full for this patient population.

Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS) diagnoses have greatly increased following the COVID-19 pandemic.

E-cigarette manufacturers claim the products aid in smoking cessation for adults without the risk of adolescent usage.

The therapy has similar benefits for both older and younger patients with multiple myeloma.

The authors recommend that longer assessments with lengthier interventions should be performed to assess potential benefits.

If approved, the new indications include children 6 years and older with moderate to severe plaque psoriasis and children 5 years and older with active juvenile psoriatic arthritis.

Promoting antimicrobial stewardship and providing patient education are examples of strategies to prevent antimicrobial resistance.

The tumor-agnostic FDA approval of T-DXd for HER2-positive unresectable or metastatic solid malignancies exemplifies the importance of understanding the risks associated with targeted therapy and the need for proactive monitoring strategies.

As use of injectable medications increases for diabetes and other indications, proper administration is crucial.

AI-powered drug response prediction technology is revolutionizing veterinary and human oncology by enabling personalized treatment plans through live cell testing, machine learning models, and data-driven precision medicine approaches.

AI-enabled remote cardiac telemetry can help manage stress’s effects on high-risk populations.

The pharmacist’s role includes determining if there are any medications that are contributing to magnesium deficiency for patients with diabetes who are at an increased risk.

Investigators presented additional data from a clinical trial at the American College of Rheumatology Convergence, demonstrating similar safety for postmenopausal women with osteoporosis.

The Act is set to end at the end of 2024, which will affect pharmacists’ abilities to administer COVID-19 tests, vaccines, and treatment that are distributed by the federal government.

When different skin tones are considered in imaging systems, women will receive more equitable screening and care.

Lipoprotein(a) is a known risk factor for atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease.

Asthma onset earlier in childhood may be linked to more severe difficulties that could extend to executive function abilities.

Anemia is a common adverse effect of ruxolitinib, calling for new approaches to mitigate risks.

The biosimilar is approved for the treatment of Crohn disease, ulcerative colitis, plaque psoriasis, and psoriatic arthritis.

Treatment for RLS includes lifestyle modifications, medication, and in some cases, non-drug therapies, aiming to reduce symptoms and improve sleep and daytime functioning.

Potential solutions can include international funding, improved primary health care measures, and cost-effective screening methods.

The addition of navitoclax was associated with durable response and potential disease modification.