Aislinn Antrim, Assistant Editor

Although the adverse effects of the lockdown were inevitable for cardiology patients, increased technology services may offer an opportunity for expanded patient access.

With election season intensifying, 35% of voters said drug pricing is among the most important issues influencing their vote in November.

Although researchers are testing modifications of a drug used to cure a fatal coronavirus found in cats, it shows enough action against SARS-CoV-2 to proceed to clinical trials.

Patients may have many questions before receiving CAR T-cell therapy, so accurate counseling is vital to their support.

Although 68% of adults say they get a flu vaccine at least some years, poll results found that younger adults and Black Americans are significantly less likely.

Despite an ongoing long-term debate, no link was found between cancer and the use of ACE inhibitors, beta blockers, and other common antihypertensive drugs.

Oral chemotherapy may be an important option for patients during the COVID-19 pandemic, as it would allow them to receive treatment at home.

An analysis of phase 3 study data found that 99% of patients who received inclisiran showed a significant placebo-adjusted reduction in low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C).

The UK Stroke Association noted that rather than focusing on fish oil, individuals should eat fresh foods low in salt and sugar, such as fruits and vegetables, and rich in fiber, such as brown varieties of bread and pasta.

Women who typically have a better prognosis in the primary breast cancer setting experienced worse survival after a second primary breast cancer.

Millions of Americans have vision impairments and ensuring their access to websites is not only important for their health but is also a good business practice.

Investigators found that approximately 36% of the patients studied received a dosage strength of 250 mg of morphine over a 5-day period, above the CDC’s threshold for risky opioid prescribing.

Targeted photodynamic therapy has garnered increasing attention… because of its ability to treat tumors without surgery, chemotherapy, or radiation.

Although a study suggests that patients may show a clinical improvement when receiving a 5-day course of remdesivir, investigators said this is of uncertain clinical significance.

The US government will purchase 150 million of the new rapid COVID-19 tests in a $750 million deal with Abbott Laboratories, according to CNBC.

Although dementia-related deaths appear to be underreported overall, a study showed especially striking discrepancies for Black, male, and less educated older adults.

In an analysis, participants ages 56 and older produced neutralizing antibodies higher than those seen among patients who have recovered from COVID-19.

Targeted combination therapy found to improve overall survival with rapid and durable treatment responses in patients with acute myeloid leukemia.

Study findings could lead to new treatments and vaccines for other herpesviruses, as well as HIV, coronaviruses, and other conditions, all of which rely on the same protein.

Although patients' reasons for using mail-order varied, pharmacy groups emphasized that patient-pharmacy choice is essential to maintain medication adherence.

Although the study found that mitigation measures are working to slow down the COVID-19 pandemic, further research will be needed even after the pandemic.

Because triple-negative breast cancer does not express receptors involved in most breast cancers, the investigative therapy could offer a much-needed option.

The study findings underscore the importance of medication adherence, an issue in which pharmacists can play a major role in the patients' lives.

The declaration is in response to a May CDC report, which found a concerning decrease in routine childhood immunizations during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Researchers used 2 pairs of genetic scissors to remove latent herpes simplex virus 1, an approach they say should move toward clinical trials.

Although the majority of survey respondents will continue using telehealth, providers must ensure the safety of their software in order to maintain patient trust.

Disparities in COVID-19 mortality may be caused by challenges in accessing health care and other resources, as well as socioeconomic factors that could increase exposure.

With millions of users between 13 and 24 years of age, TikTok offers a chance to educate those who could easily spread COVID-19 to older adults.

Flu vaccination will be particularly important in the 2020-2021 season to lessen the burden on the health care system and ensure adequate resources amid the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic.

Leaders of Operation Warp Speed optimistic for a coronavirus disease 2019 vaccine following multi-billion dollar investments in several candidates.