Jennifer Gershman, PharmD, CPh, PACS

Misinformation associated with the antivaccination movement has been a driving force contributing to the increase in vaccine preventable diseases, especially amidst the global measles outbreak.

The antivaccination movement has been a driving force in the global measles outbreaks, and dissemination of inaccurate information has contributed to the growing problem.

With flu season just around the corner, it is important for pharmacists to be up-to-date on the latest recommendations.

A recent CDC study found that although teen vaccine coverage has improved, more education and provider recommendations are needed to boost immunization rates for human papillomavirus (HPV).

Drug overdoses involving opioids have increased, and naloxone can be a life-saving drug to prevent deaths.

The opioid epidemic has become widespread throughout the country, and it is considered a top public health priority.

Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) can reduce the risk of HIV infection in individuals at high risk.

Recommend proper food safety practices, hand hygiene, and oral rehydration for afflicted patients.

Health care professionals can play an important role in managing patients with diarrhea by recommending OTC products for initial treatment.

Pharmacists play an important role as part of the health care team.

Acute flaccid myelitis (AFM) is a rare polio-like condition that can cause limb weakness, and it mostly occurs in young children.

Videos of individuals licking ice cream and placing these cartons back on freezer store shelves have gone viral, and this practice can pose public health risks.

Recent cases of flesh-eating bacteria infections are surfacing from Florida waters, which may be due to climate change.

Drug shortages can adversely affect patient care in the community and hospital settings.

Water safety is important, especially with summertime here, but it is crucial for parents to remain vigilant all year round.

Cardiovascular disease is their leading cause of death, but education and prevention strategies can reduce the risk.

Rotavirus is a contagious viral infection causing gastroenteritis that generally affects infants and young children.

Baloxavir marboxil (Xofluza, Genentech) is a first in class antiviral flu treatment and is indicated in the United States for patients age 12 years and older who have been symptomatic for no more than 48 hours.

Dogs were previously the leading cause of rabies deaths in the United States, but now bats are considered the major threat.

Dietary supplements have become a booming industry, but there are many safety concerns associated with these products since they are not required to be reviewed by the FDA before they are marketed.

E-cigarettes have been under much scrutiny since use among youth has increased.

Case reports of sustained HIV-1 remission, new drug approvals, and resistance testing provide patients with potential novel therapy approaches.

Measles cases are increasing at an alarming rate, and the antivaccination movement has helped bring back this potentially deadly disease that was once eliminated in the United States.

Interprofessional management of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease should include individualized approaches.

With measles cases on the rise globally and with an outbreak of measles in communities right here in the United States, adults should ensure they are adequately vaccinated against this serious and potentially fatal disease.

Precancerous cervical lesions, known as high-grade cervical lesions (CIN2+) can develop a few years after infection and have been used to monitor human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine impact since cancers can take decades to develop.

Kratom is a plant native to Southeast Asia which can produce stimulant and opioid-like effects.

The CDC's Tips From Former Smokers campaign has new powerful messages to encourage individuals to quit smoking.

Health care providers should use the treat-to-target approach to achieve the best outcomes for rheumatoid arthritis patients.

The prescription of stimulants for the treatment of attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is increasing among adolescents and young adults, and a new study sheds light on possible safety concerns.