Jennifer Gershman, PharmD, CPh, PACS

Pharmacy conferences provide great opportunities to expand your professional horizons.

The 9-valent human papillomavirus (HPV) recombinant vaccine (Gardasil 9, Merck & Company, Inc.) is indicated for women and men aged 9 to 26 years for the prevention of certain diseases, precancerous lesions, and genital warts caused by HPV.

About 1 out of 3 people in the United States will develop shingles, and there are about 1 million cases each year.

Pharmacists can play an important role in educating families about poison prevention.

After completing a drug information residency, pharmacists may wonder what career opportunities are available.

The provision of evidence-based medication recommendations is an important role for pharmacists.

Florida's prescription drug monitoring program (PDMP) was established in 2009 to help combat the controlled substance abuse epidemic plaguing the state.

It is important for patients to have accurate and reputable drug information resources at their disposal.

There is a dangerous new trend that has emerged across the country, known as the “Tide Pod Challenge.”

Pharmacists not only have a great responsibility to stay current with new medications, but also with the laws governing the profession.

Pharmacists may be receiving more questions from parents about how to introduce peanut-containing foods to infants, as new guidelines recommend early initiation to prevent allergies.

The Zoster Vaccine Recombinant, Adjuvanted, was approved in October for those 50 and older. Here is the scoop.

Flu prevention education is a great opportunity for pharmacists to change misconceptions.

Rattlesnake pills have received media attention due to their link with Salmonella infection.

It can be daunting for parents to see their child vomiting, especially when this occurs in the evening after the pediatrician's office may be closed.

Cruises can be a fun and exciting way to vacation during the holidays.

Pharmacists can play an important role in counseling women who have had miscarriages.

The FDA is investigating the medical food product for serious adverse effects. A pharmacist can convey this information to patients.

After graduation, you may be wondering how you can still stay connected with your pharmacy school.

The recent outbreak in Disneyland sheds light on common sources of infection and prevention strategies.

The holiday presents a great opportunity for pharmacists to help educate patients.

Vaccination offers protection from harmful diseases, such as hepatitis B, measles and pertussis, and pharmacists can counsel parents.

Pertussis or whooping cough is a highly contagious respiratory disease that can be very serious and even fatal for infants younger than 1.

This virus is found in tropical and subtropical areas in South America and Africa.

Hepatitis B is a liver infection caused by the hepatitis B virus (HBV).

Flu season is approaching soon, and it is a great time for pharmacists to educate patients on the importance of the annual influenza vaccine.

Hurricane season is here, and it is important to be prepared.

The start of the school year can be an exciting and stressful time for families.

Eculizumab is an injection that is associated with an increased risk of meningococcal disease.

Many individuals develop a rash from poison ivy, oak, or sumac from the oil found in the sap of these poisonous plants.