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The FDA has issued a drug safety communication regarding new restrictions for the use of codeine and tramadol medications in children and nursing mothers.

CVS Pharmacy, the retail division of CVS Health, has unveiled a new store design to enhance the retail customer experience with a new assortment of healthier food, health-focused products and expanded beauty selections paired with informational signage throughout the store to help customers discover new offerings.

The rise of antibiotic-resistant organisms poses a great threat to national health.

Our bodies are smarter than us. We would turn into a stone statue if it absorbed all the calcium we consumed.

On a recent trip to the beautiful country of Iran, I decided to pop into a neighborhood pharmacy.

Avella Specialty Pharmacy has issued its Outlook on Oncology report, a fact-based analysis that depicts the current state of the oncology industry and explores the trends, opportunities and new developments affecting cancer care delivery.

The FDA has approved the first noninvasive vagus nerve stimulation device, gammaCore, for the acute treatment of pain from episodic cluster headache in adult patients, the manufacturer electroCore announced in a press release.

Beginning April 25, Walgreens Healthcare Clinic locations in select markets will offer testing services for sexually transmitted infections such as HIV, Hepatitis B and C, chlamydia, and gonorrhea.

Parents often experience difficulties when selecting an allergy medicine for their child, according to responses from a new poll report.

A humorous look at some frequently heard statements that will drive the pharmacy staff crazy.

The FDA granted approval to ranibizumab injection (Lucentis) for the monthly treatment of all forms of diabetic retinopathy.

Cardinal Health has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Medtronic's Patient Care, Deep Vein Thrombosis and Nutritional Insufficiency businesses for $6.1 billion in cash.

It is important for pharmacists to maintain their health even when faced with a stressful day.

Are you a proud green-thumbed pharma-“nerd” looking for a statement garden this summer?

ASHP today announced the launch of ASHP Consulting, a new healthcare consulting service providing expert advice on a wide variety of pharmacy practices.

A recently-published study evaluated the relationship between injection drug use and immune activation in people who inject drugs (PWID) and who have or do not have HIV.

Standard Homeopathic Company has issued a nationwide recall of its Hyland’s Baby Teething Tablets and Hyland’s Baby Nighttime Teething Tablets.

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.

Learn about the new products and expanded indications approved by the FDA in March 2017.

Unless you are planning to retire soon, you should be prepared for your NEXT position because your job situation can change tomorrow.

Although live attenuated influenza vaccine (LAIV) was not recommended in the United States during the 2016-2017 season, interest in this product is very high because of its needle-free, easy administration.

A new survey conducted by the American Heart Association (AHA) has found that patients are often uncertain about how to manage their cholesterol, according to a press release about the AHA’s findings.

Being a pharmacist is a tremendous responsibility, as it carries with it the role of leadership.

ASHP’s 2017 Match concluded today, as 4,504 individuals matched with more than 2,140 pharmacy residency programs across the country.

An epidemiological study of nearly half a million Chinese adults found an association between higher fresh fruit intake and lower risk of diabetes and related complications.

Now, the Pediatric Pharmacy Advocacy Group (PPAG) has joined ACIP in issuing recommendations for HPV vaccination.

A developmental live-attenuated Zika vaccine showed complete protection from the virus in mice after a single vaccination dose, according to new research published in Nature Medicine.1

Many patients who have HIV use complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) to help handle their health issues.

The final policies are similar to those proposed in February, but underwent changes that were discussed during the public comment period.

The FDA has approved valbenazine (Ingrezza, Neurocrine Biosciences Inc.) capsules, the first drug approved to treat adults with tardive dyskinesia.