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The action is part of a growing movement to expand the ability of pharmacists and pharmacy staff to meet the needs of patients during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Pharmacy Times spoke with Russell Procopio, executive vice president of Long-Term Care Pharmacy, about a new study regarding long-term care outcomes and cost.

A simple test may be a low-cost way of identifying patients at-risk for type 2 diabetes.

Mailing educational materials to patients with atrial fibrillation and their clinicians did not increase the use of stroke prevention drugs.

With OTC melatonin readily available and its product awareness high among consumers, many pharmacists may be interested in learning more about its safety and efficacy.

Research examines whether immunizations had any link with the risk of heart failure patients dying while in the hospital, since few studies have compared the outcomes of vaccinated and unvaccinated patients.

Weight loss may be able to prevent or reverse type 2 diabetes (T2D), according to research presented at the European Society of Cardiology Congress 2020.

In a statement, CEO B. Douglas Hoey emphasized the important role pharmacists will play in distributing the vaccine once available.

Using a binding agent to combine therapies can extend their benefits in treating type 2 diabetes.

Study finds that vitamin C may help improve the quality of life in people over 50 years of age.

Methylphenidate hydrochloride extended-release tablets are indicated for the treatment of ADHD.

According to results from a recent study, a functional cure for HIV may lie in identifying the viral reservoirs in which HIV places copies of its viral genetic material into cell genomes.

Patients reported their likeness of having support from a trusted health care professional, rapid feedback, and adjustments to their treatment with someone to be accountable to, according to the study authors.

Research suggests ketogenic and intermittent fasting diets seem to help people lose weight in the short-term, which benefits cardiovascular health.

The current study found no link between personal use of permanent hair dye and the risk of most cancers or cancer-related mortality.

A patient has Lynch syndrome, a hereditary condition that puts young people at high risk for colon cancer.

A pacemaker may help reduce or eliminate the risk of fainting in certain patients

In a survey of nearly 2000 physicians across 31 countries, nearly half of the physicians indicated that they see significant barriers to COVID-19 vaccine adoption for themselves and their adult patients.

Many clinical trials are underway in a race to develop a safe and effective vaccine against severe acute respiratory SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19.

Pharmacy Times® interviewed Anne Marie Kondic, PharmD, on the grant opportunities the Community Pharmacy Foundation has supported to promote research and collaboration in the practice of the community pharmacy.

With election season intensifying, 35% of voters said drug pricing is among the most important issues influencing their vote in November.

Although researchers are testing modifications of a drug used to cure a fatal coronavirus found in cats, it shows enough action against SARS-CoV-2 to proceed to clinical trials.

Despite contrary studies, new evidence indicates premenopausal women fair better after a heart attack than men.

According to the study authors, with a higher antigen valency, antibodies have more sites to latch onto; however, including a higher antigen valency in a vaccine does not mean it will work better.

The patients were identified for testing through contact tracing or by developing symptoms, with 22% never developing symptoms, 20% initially asymptomatic but developing symptoms later, and 58% being symptomatic at their initial test.

In a new study assessing the demographics of the groups less likely to receive the flu shot, researchers find the biggest determinants of whether an individual was vaccinated for the flu.

Study suggests up to 75% of online pharmacies are illegitimate and pose serious health concerns.

Although 68% of adults say they get a flu vaccine at least some years, poll results found that younger adults and Black Americans are significantly less likely.

Despite an ongoing long-term debate, no link was found between cancer and the use of ACE inhibitors, beta blockers, and other common antihypertensive drugs.

In a Pharmacy Times' webcast on immunization practices during the pandemic, thought leaders discussed considerations and best practices regarding the administration of vaccinations.