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Throughout a new graduate’s career, that provider status will become mainstream.

Julie Sibbesen, PharmD, discussed strategies to address medical misinformation and educate pharmacists on proper sources of information.

The study investigated faricimab-svoa (Vabysmo) as treatment of diabetic macular edema for patients in racial and ethnic groups that are often underrepresented in trials.

The most commonly reported errors included administering the wrong vaccine or administering an expired vaccine.

The randomized, placebo-controlled RESCUE phase 3 trial assessed clofutriben among individuals with ACTH-dependent endogenous Cushing syndrome.

At weeks 16 and 24, approximately 57% and 60% of patients with moderate to severe atopic dermatitis, respectively, achieved at least 75% improvement in Eczema Area and Severity Index score.

Compared with a short-acting β agonist (SABA) alone, inhaled corticosteroids (ICS) with formoteral and ICS with a SABA were associated with better asthma control.

It is more important than ever to have pharmacists and pharmacy professionals practicing at the top of their license to assist patients in pharmacy deserts.

Martha Rumore, PharmD, Esq, discusses the legal and regulatory complexities surrounding tirzepatide compounding following FDA’s removal of the drug from the shortage list, which prompted a lawsuit and led to ongoing uncertainty for 503A and 503B facilities regarding enforcement discretion and future compounding restrictions.

Low levels of vitamin D was linked with increased obstructive Apnea-Hypopnea Index scores.

ASHP investigators determined the severity and impact of ongoing drug shortages, with approximately 99% of respondents reporting that they experienced a shortage.

The simultaneous doses of both vaccines compared with individual RZV and quadrivalent high-dose inactivated influenza vaccine (HD-IIV4, Fluzone; Sanofi) had similar overall safety findings.

Rising cancer rates and costs pose challenges in global oncology markets amid AI and targeted therapy breakthroughs.

Although patients hope for reduced costs, Pharma’s reaction to the IRA remains to be seen.

Incorporating the teach-back method and providing patient handouts expand health knowledge.

Bisphenol A (BPA) is a chemical compound that is linked to various adverse health effects.

Findings suggest further need to educate the public on receiving an indicated vaccine as we approach peak respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) season.

Initiating such discussions can be hard, but they can greatly affect health outcomes.

Results indicate that sublingual epinephrine can resolve symptoms, including swelling of the face and throat, associated with oral allergy syndrome in minutes.

Evolving understanding of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) underscores the need for inclusive research and support, especially for women.

Judith Joseph, MD, MBA addressed ADHD misdiagnosis, symptoms, and effective treatments.

Oral semaglutide had a safe and well-tolerated profile for individuals with type 2 diabetes, which is in line with those previously reported for the drug in other trials.

The investigators found that the SRGAP2 and SYNGAP1 genes act together to control the speed of human synapse development, which has impacts on neurodevelopmental disease pathways.

Though auto-injectors are still considered an appropriate first-line treatment for anaphylaxis, limited evidence exists surrounding their effectiveness in preventing fatal anaphylaxis.

Pregnancy rtes show similarity across the different glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) medications that were prescribed.

The approval marks the first and only abuse-deterrent immediate release oxycodone formulation.

Islatravir in combination with lenacapavir could become the first weekly oral HIV treatment.

Champions for Vaccine Education, Equity, and Progress reported that the majority of pharmacists believe that it is important to prioritize vaccine development and distribution.