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Kennedy Ferruggia is an assistant editor at Pharmacy Times®. She graduated from The College of New Jersey in 2023 in journalism and marketing. Prior to this position, she worked as a pharmacy associate for community pharmacies.
Pharmacists Play a Crucial Role in Adalimumab Biosimilars for Patient Care
Adalimumab biosimilars differ from adalimumab in approved indications, concentration and dosage, and formulation.
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Study Reveals Vaccine Hesitancy and Acceptance Patterns for RSV
RSV vaccine acceptance among older adults is significantly influenced by perceived benefits.
Automated Insulin Delivery Technology Receives FDA Clearance for Individuals With Type 2 Diabetes
The t:slim X2 insulin pump and Tandem Mobi system both use Control-IQ.
ADI-001 Receives FDA Fast Track Designation to Treat Systemic Sclerosis
ADI-101 targets CD20 for the treatment of autoimmune diseases and is advancing across 6 autoimmune indications.
Study Finds Increased Economic Impact of RSV Among Older Adults
RSV infection resulted in higher costs among specific age groups, especially patients aged 70 to 80 years.
Study Finds Radon Exposure Increases Odds of Gestational Diabetes
Radon exposure during pregnancy was significantly linked to increased odds of gestational diabetes.
FDA Ends Semaglutide Shortage Listing, Contributing to Ongoing Legal Challenges
Pharmacies could still experience localized availability issues for semaglutide despite its removal from the drug shortage list.
New Pricing, Access to Tirzepatide Available Through Self-Pay Options
New options for tirzepatide provide a transparent, out-of-pocket choice for patients by streamlining the supply chain and bypassing insurance.
Expert: The Role of Plant-Based Protein Powders in Nutritional Supplementation
Phil Vigeant shares benefits and considerations of plant-based protein powders, highlighting the pharmacist's role in recommending quality plant-based protein powders.
Expert: Overcoming Barriers to Wider Biosimilar Adoption
Gaps in education about biosimilars, particularly among pharmacists, patients, and prescribers, are a significant barrier to wider adoption.
FDA Grants Breakthrough Therapy Designation to SkinTE for Diabetic Foot Ulcers
SkinTE could aid Wagner grade 1 diabetic foot ulcers by regenerating and activating the tissues surrounding the wound to heal it completely.
FDA Grants Fast Track Designation to 67Cu-SAR-bisPSMA for Prostate Cancer
67Cu-SAR-bisPSMA is indicated for adult patients with prostate-specific membrane antigen (PSMA)-positive metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer (mCRPC).
Study Finds Central Obesity Measures More Accurate for Assessing Colorectal Cancer Risk Than BMI
Using central obesity measures provides more accurate estimates of the proportion of CRC cases attributable to excess weight compared to using BMI alone.
Pharmacists Can Improve Specialty Medication Management in Dermatology
Embedding a pharmacist in the dermatology clinic improved clinical and financial outcomes.
Impact of RSV and hRV Coinfection on Respiratory Disease Severity
Coinfection with RSV and hRV is linked to a higher prevalence of lower respiratory tract infections, according to new data.
Expert Insight: Benefits, Safety, and Considerations of Protein Powders
Phil Vigeant shares insights on the health benefits of protein supplements and guidance for consumers to identify safe and effective protein powder products.
5-in-1 Meningococcal ABCWY Vaccine Candidate Receives FDA Approval for Meningococcal Disease
Invasive meningococcal disease is a severe bacterial infection caused by the bacterium Neisseria meningitidis, often leading to meningitis or sepsis.
RSV in Older Adults: Risks, Prevention, and the Pharmacist's Role
RSV poses a significant threat to high-risk adults, but effective vaccines offer strong protection, highlighting the need for increased vaccination rates and education.
Rapid-Acting Insulin Biosimilar Receives FDA Approval for Diabetes
Insulin-aspart-szjj (Merilog) is the first rapid-acting insulin biosimilar product approved by the FDA.
Semaglutide Does Not Increase Depression or Suicidal Ideation Risk in Adults With Overweight, Obesity
Treatment with 2.4 mg of semaglutide did not increase the risk of developing suicidal ideation or behavior compared with placebo.
High Blood Glucose in Diabetes Promotes Rapid Development of Antibiotic-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus
Diabetes management through insulin could play a significant role in preventing antibiotic resistance.
Risdiplam Receives FDA Approval for Spinal Muscular Atrophy
Risdiplam is the only approved non-invasive disease-modifying SMA treatment.
Pharmacist's Role in Duloxetine Therapy: Improving Medication Adherence in Older Adults With Depression, Pain
Duloxetine offers treatment for various neuro-psychiatric and pain disorders in patients who have difficulty swallowing.
Amazon's RxPass Shown to Improve Days' Supply, Refills, and Out-of-Pocket Costs for Common Medications
Amazon Pharmacy’s subscription service could cause sale disruptions for traditional retail pharmacies.
Study: Vitamin D Status in Early Pregnancy and Infant Outcomes
Pharmacists can recommend vitamin D supplements and vitamin D-rich foods to support healthy pregnancy outcomes.
FDA Accepts Biologics License Application for Pertuzumab Biosimilar to Treat Breast Cancer
If approved, HLX11 could offer a more cost-effective alternative to pertuzumab for the treatment of human epidermal growth factor receptor 2-positive breast cancer.
Pharmacists Can Stay Aware of the Evolving Landscape of Gout Treatment to Address Unmet Needs
New therapies are being developed for individuals with gout.
ABO-101 Receives FDA Orphan Drug and Rare Pediatric Designations for Primary Hyperoxaluria Type 1
ABO-101 is supported by preclinical data that demonstrated significant reductions in urinary oxalate in PH1 disease models.
Phase 3 Trial Shows Promising Results for Encorafenib Combination Regimen for Patients with Metastatic Colorectal Cancer
Encorafenib in combination with cetuximab and mFOLFOX6 met its dual primary end point of overall response rate of 61%.
Dual Immunotherapy Shows Promise in MSI-H/dMMR Metastatic Colorectal Cancer
Nivolumab plus ipilimumab demonstrated a 38% reduction in the risk of disease progression or death.