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The committee, after being presented evidence by the working group, recommended the vaccine for adults aged 65 and older and those 19 or older who have current recommendations to receive a pneumococcal vaccine.

Additionally, birth weight was higher in babies born to mothers who were prescribed glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) medications either 90 days prior to pregnancy or during the first trimester.

Ustekinumab-ttwe (Pyzchiva; Sandoz) is approved for all of the same indications as Stelara.

Perinatal depression increases the risk of cardiovascular disease in women.

Pharmacists can also play a role in SDOH by replacing drug delivery with something else, such as food or transportation delivery, according to speakers at the ATOPP conference.

Approximately 81% of individual said Tandem Mobi reduced the burden of managing diabetes and 87% said it helped manage diabetes effectively.

A report from the Milken Institute highlights the crucial role of pharmacists in advancing food is medicine care.

The findings show that the largest gaps are among pediatric patients with persistent asthma.

This marks the first launch of a generic glucagon-like peptide 1 receptor agonist.

Staying updated on travel vaccines and applying sunscreen are examples of summer health counseling tips

American Diabetes Association Scientific Sessions speaker Ivan de Araujo discusses how regulation of blood glucose levels and the influence of food preferences can be significant for diabetes care.

HOPA’s DEI Advisory Board Chair discusses how creating safe environments, using correct pronouns, and being willing to talk about patients’ mental and physical needs are significant when providing care to LGBTQIA+ patients.

New initiatives are tackling historically limited access to free or affordable courses

Heath Mart, part of McKesson, offers an online resource to locate resources near independent pharmacies.

A review of the requirements for pharmacies considering ordering compounds from a 503B facility.

Mice with asthma that were fed bread with Saccharomyces cerevisiae UFMG A-905 yeast showed reduced airway inflammation and decreased IL-5 and IL-13 concentrations, and effects increased when combined with microcapsules.

Pharmacies can position themselves as leaders in immunization services.

McKesson is helping to address financial challenges facing independent pharmacies.

The recent approval could further the use of mRNA technology across other indications.

Co-Owner Ernie Rupp, RPh, says pharmacy staff makes it a point to help the community

Indiana’s chaotic hemp policy leaves consumers confused.

Shahida Choudhry, PharmD, shares her journey in pharmacy ownership.

Benefits of semaglutide on cardiovascular outcomes, such as death, non-fatal myocardial infarction, and non-fatal stoke, were also presented at the session at American Diabetes Association 84th Scientific Sessions.

Teplizumab (Tzield; Sanofi) has the potential to delay type 1 diabetes and the onset of stage 3 diabetes, but must be started in stage 1 of the disease.

Compared to placebo, nicotinamide riboside significantly improved the 6-minute walking capabilities in patients with decreased endurance and muscle function due to peripheral artery disease.

This case highlights the legal principle of premises liability

Food is medicine is a framework of policy and behavioral interventions, improving population health through access to healthy foods to increase food and nutrition security.

Niki Shah Vice President of Impact Innovation and Activation at McKesson, discusses efforts to advance health equity and access through community pharmacy initiatives.

Adding a community health worker can improve the overall health equity for your patients.