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April 16th 2025
At 28 to 179 days, COVID-19 infection in patients with preexisting chronic kidney disease (CKD) was associated with an increased risk of composite kidney events.
BENEFIT Trial Results Show Quadruplet Regimen for NDMM TI May Require Weighing Efficacy vs Safety
June 21st 2024The quadruplet regimen added bortezomib to the current standard of care, which is a triplet regimen of isatuximab, lenalidomide, and dexamethasone for patients with transplant-ineligible, newly diagnosed multiple myeloma (NDMM TI).
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Navigating the Complex Landscape of Cell and Gene Therapy: Challenges and Solutions
June 21st 2024There are numerous challenges with cell and gene therapies in oncology, such as accessibility, cost, and prior authorizations, as well as the need for improved education and training within the oncology community.
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CDC Evaluates Concerns of Guillain-Barré Syndrome Following RSV Vaccination
June 17th 2024Data show that among individuals 60 years and older, the estimated rate of Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) after receiving an RSV vaccine was 5.0 and 1.5 per million doses of Abrysvo and Arexvy, respectively.
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Understanding Depression: Risk Factors and Evolving Treatments
June 13th 2024At ASHP Pharmacy Futures 2024, Mei T. Liu, PharmD, BCPP, highlights the global prevalence and multifaceted nature of depression, its bidirectional relationship with medical conditions, and the need for diverse, evidence-based treatment options.
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Hepatitis C: Addressing the ‘Silent Syndemic’ and Improving Access to Care
June 12th 2024Lindsey P. Sheehan, PharmD, MPA, MBA, discusses ongoing challenges of diagnosing and treating hepatitis C, emphasizing its increased incidence among younger populations and ongoing low rates of diagnosis.
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