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Adjustments for social determinants of health in the US population had a significant impact on cardiovascular disease mortality data between Black and White populations.

The findings of the study demonstrate the need for preventive interventions for all infants in order to reduce the burden of severe illness from respiratory syncytial virus lower respiratory tract infections.

A COVID-19 booster dose increased both maternal and cord blood binding and neutralizing antibody levels against virus strains, including Omicron BA.1.

The Mylight phase 3 trial confirmed that there was no clinically meaningful differences between aflibercept and its reference biologic, Eylea, for patients with wet macular degeneration.

Researchers recommended less restrictive policy regarding telepharmacies to improve access to medications and pharmacists, while ultimately improving outcomes and adherence to treatment regimens.

Topics discussed include care workflow, app functionalities, problems and disadvantages, and benefits for HIV experts.

The daily oral formulation of ketamine, KET01, has the potential to greatly improve the standard treatment practices for treatment-resistant depression, according to investigators.

Session at NACDS Total Store Expo leadership discusses NACDS initiatives and world events.

Pharmacies brace for a double wave of DIR fees while paddling against profit struggles. Enter Pharmacy AI: a transformative vehicle to navigate stormy waters, enhance efficiency, and prioritize patient care.

Key study finding shows associations between the beat frequency in the rhythmic stimulus in the frontal left sites of infant brains and pathways related to brain modulation and nucleotide levels.

Through previous literature, investigators found that intervention with nutritional supplements may help to improve cognitive performance and reduce the severity of memory impairment in adults with Alzheimer disease.

The launch of adalimumab biosimilars are expected to affect spending in the immunology space.

Stakeholders need to convene honest, actionable discussions about the challenges and the safeguards needed to address appropriate use of artificial intelligence in health care.

Study investigators suggest that there is a higher prevalence of pain and treatment needs in this small population.

Pharmacists will have the opportunity to use their knowledge of biosimilars to reinforce their benefits, safety, and efficacy.

Although not a traditional at-risk group for severe respiratory syncytial virus complications, pregnant patients should be aware of the possibility of infection and be educated on proper prevention procedures.

A panel released recommendations in accordance with decades of a changing landscape in acetaminophen poisoning and due to an absence of agreed upon guidelines in the space.

Session at NACDS Total Store Expo discusses how pharmacies can leverage their accessibility to decrease diet-related diseases through health and wellness.

Expert weighs in on the growth of specialty drug spending, particularly with drugs in immunology, neurology, and weight loss.

Study authors note that additional research is necessary to confirm findings and identify biological pathways of associations between sweetened beverages and diseases of the liver.

Previous studies were not able to establish whether the risk of developing myasthenia gravis was caused by or led to vitamin D deficiency.

Research shows a substantial difference between overall deaths of men and women at 43% and 28.2%, respectively, from cardiovascular disease associated with particulate matter.

Because the generic name of both the timolol once-daily and twice-daily formulations is the same, pharmacies should only carry 1 formulation.

Session at NACDS Total Store Expo discusses how to address shortcomings in women’s health areas in the health and wellness industry.

Pharmacists can improve patient access to both healthful foods and necessary medicines as a continuum of care in underserved communities.

Session at NACDS Total Store Expo discusses minor changes that retail companies can make to mesh artificial intelligence into their work to increase sales, improve margins, and lower costs.

Entrepreneurs and healthcare retailers can support pharmacists by digitizing the recommendation model and closing the diagnostic gap.

Educator and pharmacy advocate encourages pharmacists to work together to improve the scope of the profession and patient access to services.

Advancements in the development of amyloid-targeting monoclonal antibodies show promise for treating Alzheimer disease, but there have been concerns around cost, adverse reactions, and inequity of care for marginalized patients.