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Since the introduction of routine rotavirus vaccination in 2006, rates of diarrhea-related hospitalizations in US children have decreased significantly.

Understanding the opinions of both sides of the debate over "any willing provider" legislation can help pharmacists gain a new perspective.

A recent study indicates that eating meals quickly does not increase reflux episodes in gastroesophageal reflux disease patients.

Researchers evaluated the risk of cardiovascular outcomes in atrial fibrillation patients with a history of falls.

Starlin Haydon-Greatting, MS, BSPharm, FAPHA, director of clinical programs at the Illinois Pharmacists Association, discusses how pharmacists can become involved in patient-centered medical homes and accountable care organizations.

A recent study examines the comparative efficacy of prasugrel and clopidogrel in the treatment of patients who underwent percutaneous coronary intervention.

Of college students who used medications to aid study during final exams, 33% obtained the drugs without a doctor's prescription.

The number of measles cases reported to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention during the first 5 months of 2014 is the highest reported for that period since 1994.

The 2014 OTC Guide supplement issue, website, and mobile app, touted on the TODAY show, announce the most recommended OTC products in more than 150 categories.

Although gastroenterologists believe store brand products are as effective as their brand name counterparts, many still recommend the brand name products.

As the ways in which primary care is delivered continue to change, Walmart's move to open its own in-store health clinics is a development worth watching.

Pharmacists and educators can help to shape the future of the profession by encouraging students to develop a growth mindset.

Shannon Manzi, PharmD, EMT, Team Lead, Emergency Services at Boston Children's Hospital, and Chief Pharmacist on the Metro Boston Disaster Medical Assistance Team (DMAT), describes how medications are safely stored in emergency situations.

A study in Sweden found that violent crime rates were reduced by 45% among patients with psychiatric disorders who were prescribed antipsychotics.

Although overactive bladder can be treated, more than 80% of affected women do not seek treatment.