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Phase 3 registrational studies of TD-4208 are anticipated to begin in 2015

As the measles outbreak linked to Disneyland continues to spread, pediatricians are deeply concerned about the children who have been infected, and those who are at risk because they have not been vaccinated. The American Academy of Pediatrics strongly urges parents to make sure their children have received the measles, mumps and rubella vaccine.

The FDA has approved a new formulation of Zogenix's extended-release hydrocodone bitartrate (Zohydro ER) with technology that provides the drug abuse-deterrent properties without changing the release properties of hydrocodone.

Based on current US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) tallies, the number of measles infections in 2015 has increased from 84 cases reported late last Friday to 102 cases reported today.

A leading voice in the convergence of technology and medicine, John Nosta helps define, dissect, and deliberate global trends in digital health.

Hospira is voluntarily recalling 1 lot of its 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection USP 250 mL at the user level following a confirmed report of particulate, identified by the manufacturer as human hair, in a single unit.

The recent California measles outbreak appears to have galvanized the public's attention in a way earlier outbreaks have not, putting the anti-vaccine movement on the defensive.

There is no doubt in anyone's mind that we should only pay for quality health care, but how do you measure it?

New research shows a pattern of underreporting of on-campus sexual assaults by universities and colleges across the nation, and some schools have continued to underreport even after being fined for violations of federal law.

The value of collaboration through the National Association of Chain Drug Stores was on display today, as the NACDS Regional Chain Conference explored business-to-business partnerships and a public policy agenda that benefits patients and consumers.

ASHP has released the fifth edition of its Competence Assessment Tools for Health-System Pharmacists, a publication designed to help pharmacy directors and their staff provide more informed patient care and meet Joint Commission accreditation standards.

As the most widely accepted national certification program for pharmacy technicians, the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board has granted more than 550,000 certifications since its founding in 1995.

Pharmacy "sorta" played a part in the NFL Super Bowl XLIX experience.

Limiting added sugars could be among the most effective strategies for reducing the prevalence of type 2 diabetes.

ASHP applauds Senators Charles Grassley, Mark Kirk, Sherrod Brown, and Robert Casey for their introduction today of the Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Areas Enhancement Act. The legislation will amend the Social Security Act to recognize pharmacists as providers under Medicare Part B, a change that will help address gaps in our nation's healthcare system by increasing access to pharmacists' services for patients who live in medically underserved communities.

The FDA today approved Boehringer Ingelheim and Lilly's empagliflozin and linagliptin (Glyxambi) as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes.

American Heart Association President Elliott Antman, M.D., issued the following comments today on President Obama's budget for fiscal year 2016

A proposal in the Budget of the U.S. Government, Fiscal Year 2016 to increase prescription drug co-payments for TRICARE beneficiaries met with concern by the National Association of Chain Drug Stores.

There are many pharmacy-related blogs out there, but who has the time to keep up with every single one, or figure out which ones are useful and which ones aren't?

If you use erythropoiesis stimulating agents (ESAs) in your hospital or clinic, then here is a refresher of the ESA APPRISE Program.

Mylan Inc. today announced that it has, through its Indian subsidiary Mylan Laboratories Limited, signed a definitive agreement to acquire certain female health care businesses from Famy Care Limited, a specialty women's health care company with global leadership in generic oral contraceptive products (OCPs) for $750 million in cash plus additional contingent payments of up to $50 million.

Medications with strong anticholinergic activity can increase the risk of developing dementia.

ASHP has released a new edition of AHFS Drug Information (AHFS DI), the nation's leading compendium of unbiased and authoritative drug information.

The FDA today approved Alcon's olopatadine hydrochloride ophthalmic solution (Pazeo) 0.7% for ocular allergy itch relief.

An elderly physician and his secretary are facing charges of illegal administration and distribution of drugs after they were caught handing out prescriptions "like candy," The Philadelphia Daily News reported.

Prior to becoming the 38th Vice President of the United States, and even before his efforts to push through legislation like the Food Stamp Act and the 1965 Voting Rights Act, Hubert Humphrey followed in his father's footsteps by starting out as a pharmacist.

Many patients with bipolar disorder maintain that yoga helps reduce depressive, manic, or hypomanic symptoms, according to a recent study published in the Journal of Psychiatric Practice.

Steve Smith, president and CEO of Food City, today received the Grocery Manufacturers Association (GMA) 2015 Industry Collaboration Leadership Award at the Food Marketing Institute's Midwinter Executive Conference.

What's keeping insomniacs awake at night might also be raising their blood pressure.

Patients report acceptable clinical improvement and high satisfaction with a pharmacist's advice on self-managing cough and cold.