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The American Cancer Society and the CVS Health Foundation have awarded grants to 20 US colleges and universities as part of their Tobacco-Free Generation Campus Initiative, a $3.6 million multi-year program intended to accelerate and expand the adoption and implementation of 100 percent smoke- and tobacco-free campus policies.

A New York pharmacist was convicted of narcotics and health care fraud charges on Thursday, November 10.

A study published in JAMA Psychiatry has concluded that infants born to mothers who use selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) during pregnancy are at higher risk for speech and language disorders during childhood.

Revance has begun its phase 2 placebo-controlled trial for DaxibotulinumtoxinA (RT002) for injection.

The CDC has recently reported increasing antibiotic resistant Treponema pallidum strains and ocular syphilis incidence.

Vietnam War veterans are more likely to contract hepatitis C virus than any other veterans, and 65-year-old Joe Benko was no exception to the statistic.

The Kroger Co. has announced a total contribution to the USO of nearly $3.1 million for 2016, including a company contribution of $1 million in funds.

On election day, voters headed to the polls not only to cast their ballots for the next US President, but also, in 9 states, to determine whether to legalize or expand the use of marijuana.

This weekly video program provides our readers with an in-depth review of the latest news, product approvals, FDA rulings and more. Our Week in Review is a can't miss for the busy pharmacy professional. This week, we welcome guest anchor Terri Warholak, PhD, RPh, CPHQ, FAPhA, who is an associate professor at The University of Arizona College of Pharmacy.

Publix Super Markets is now offering free auxiliary aids and services, including qualified interpreters and information in alternative formats, for individuals with limited English proficiency and the disabled.

According to the CDC, 4175 cases of Zika virus infections have been reported in the United States. So far, no vaccine exists to prevent the virus, but vaccine candidates are in the works.

Chronic diseases in the United States have a tremendous economic burden. Thirty-four percent of the economic burden of diabetes is attributed to the privately insured population.

Baxter has begun a phase 3 clinical trial for an investigational drug that combines a citrate anticoagulant and a renal replacement solution.

On November 10, 2016, Michigan State Representatives introduced HB 6045, which would amend the Michigan Public Health Code to provide restrictions on the quantity of prescription opioid medications that can be issued by a prescriber under certain circumstances. This legislation comes on the heels of recent efforts by the CDC to raise awareness and hopefully curtail the growing opioid epidemic.

Whether you're a seasoned pharmacist or a student, presenting a journal club can be a daunting task.

Halloween is a day in the pharmacy where you get to have a little fun.

Today, RxGenomix is pleased to announce that the American Pharmacists Association (APhA) will provide continuing pharmacy education credit for its training program in Pharmacogenomics, offering nearly 300,000 registered pharmacists access to education on the rapidly advancing science of pharmacogenomics.

After discussing the Basics of Accountable Care Organizations and Medication Therapy Management and Annual Wellness Visit services, the third and last section of the Pharmacists in ACOs series will focus on 3 more integration strategies for pharmacists within the ACO setting, including chronic care management, chronic disease state management, and transitions of care.

Multiple sclerosis may not be associated with developing breast cancer in pre- and postmenopausal women, according to a recent study.

In a recent study, investigators found that the application of a topical gel that contains the gene heat shock protein 60 significantly increased wound healing in a mouse model of diabetes.

The FDA has accepted the biologics license application from Genentech for a subcutaneous formulation of rituximab for multiple blood cancer indications.

Recent findings suggest that calcium may play a role in the switch from acute to chronic lung infection from the bacterium Pseudomonas aeruginosa.

The FDA has approved the supplemental biologics license application for the expanded use of Enbrel (etanercept).

With peak flu season approaching, pharmacists are gearing up to help care for patients infected with influenza.

Hy-Vee, Inc. has thanked its customers for showing their respect and gratitude to slain Urbandale Police Officer Justin Martin and Des Moines Police Sgt. Anthony Beminio by donating nearly $140,000 to their families.

Despite individuals with diabetes having a higher risk of developing serious eye diseases, more than half skip out on their annual eye exams.

ACADIA has announced that it has begun ENHANCE-1, a phase 3 study designed to evaluate pimavanserin as an adjunctive treatment for schizophrenia.

While attending a pharmacy continuing education (CE) program this weekend, I was reminded that changes to the profession occur constantly.

Understanding the interaction between the intestinal microbiome and cancer immunotherapy may lead to better approaches for cancer treatment.

Cortney Mospan, PharmD, BCACP, CGP, assistant professor of pharmacy at Wingate University, gives advices to community pharmacists on developing smoking cessation services in pharmacies.