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Patients With CKD, Hyperkalemia Have Higher Rates of Major Adverse Cardiovascular Events
An analysis of the REVOLUTIONIZE II study data showed that there is an unmet need for long-term outpatient treatment of hyperkalemia in patients with CKD.
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FDA Approves Vonoprazan for Erosive GERD
The approval marks the first major innovation in the United States for the treatment of erosive GERD in over 30 years.
5 Ways Pharmacies Can Use Texting to Boost Patient Engagement
Texting with patients can help to improve pharmacy processes while creating better user experiences.
Building a Path to Cure for Patients With NSCLC Who Have Never Smoked
How patients acquire NSCLC plays a role in health outcomes, with never-smoker patients having genetically different disease than the same disease in smokers.
Implantable Artificial Kidneys, An Alternative Treatment Method for Kidney Disease
Outside of dialysis and transplantations, implantable artificial kidneys present an additional option for treating kidney disease, according to an expert.
Ending the Financial Toxicity of Heart Disease
How pharmacy teams can remove cost barriers to cardiac care.
Pharmacists Address Social Determinants of Health in HIV
Paul Rainville, PharmD, CSP, AAHIVP, a clinical pharmacist and subject matter expert with Shields Health Solutions, discussed the current state of HIV in the United States
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Nanotherapy Offers Innovative Approaches to Diabetic Retinopathy
Preclinical studies and clinical trials have shown that both corticosteroids and VEGF inhibitors can be delivered as nanoparticles.
5 Key Sessions, Interviews at ASN 2023 Kidney Week Annual Meeting
Pharmacy Times will be at the American Society for Nephrology’s (ASN) 2023 Kidney Week Annual Meeting in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, from November 2 to 5.
Clinical Overview: Etrasimod for Ulcerative Colitis
Etrasimod is an advanced synthetic compound classified as a selective modulator of Sphingosine 1-phosphate (S1P) receptors, specifically targeting S1P1, S1P4, and S1P5 receptors .
Asymptomatic Carriers of C diff Have 24-times Greater Risk for Developing C diff Compared to Noncarriers
Routine screenings for C diff on admission to the hospital could possibly prevent C diff transmission in the hospital setting.
FDA Approves Interchangeable Biosimilar Ustekinumab-auub for Inflammatory Diseases
The biosimilar, now legally available at the pharmacy level, demonstrated similar safety, purity, and potency to the reference product.
FDA Approves Pembrolizumab for Biliary Tract Cancer
The approval marks the sixth indication for pembrolizumab in gastrointestinal cancers.
Study Data Show That Time-Restricted Eating May Be Effective for Weight Loss in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes
This “refreshing alternative” to calorie restriction does not include calorie counting, yet it is naturally associated with greater energy restriction compared to the latter.
Cardiovascular-Related Deaths Due to Extreme Heat Projected to Double Between 2036 and 2065
Without policies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, the number of cardiovascular-related deaths due to extreme heat could even triple by mid-century.
Understand Tofersen, the First FDA-Approved Drug Targeted to Slow Disease Progression in SOD1-Mutated ALS
Pharmacists play a key role in optimizing drug therapy according to the most updated guidelines, educating patients or prescribers, and monitoring therapeutic outcomes.
Study Findings Show High Oral PrEP Initiation in Adolescent Girls, Young Women Who Are Pregnant, Postpartum
Although the initiation was high, only 33% of adolescent girls and young women continued PrEP use through the 6-month follow-up.
Subcutaneous Lecanemab Demonstrates Greater Amyloid Plaque Removal Than Intravenous Lecanemab
Study also showed that 76% of individuals treated with lecanemab-irmb had no deterioration in the tau positron emission tomography (PET) subset.
FDA Approves Secukinumab for Hidradenitis Suppurativa
The approval marks the first new biologic treatment option for this patient population in nearly a decade.
FDA Approves sBLA for Abatacept in the Treatment of Juvenile Psoriatic Arthritis
The approval is supported by safety data from clinical trials assessing abatacept in the treatment of patients aged 2 to 17 with psoriatic arthritis.
Study Data Suggest That Cancer, Irritable Bowel Disease Are Associated With Risk of C Diff Infection
Patients who are immunocompromised generally had worse risk and severity of CDI.
Review Treatment Options for Insomnia
According to 2020 data from the CDC, about 14.5% of adults reported having trouble falling asleep most or every day during the 30 days prior to the survey.
Celebrating Pharmacists: Pharmacy Will Continue to Evolve
Nick Gazda, PharmD, MS, BCPS, CSP assistant director of Specialty Pharmacy Services, discusses how the pharmacy landscape is constantly changing, leading pharmacists to remain nimble and open.
Physical Activity Positively Impacts Symptoms of Depression, Anxiety
Modern society has put individuals at an increased risk of dopamine overload, causing an increase in mental health disorders.
Celebrating Pharmacists: The Unique and Valuable Role of "Talking Drug"
Calvin Tucker, PharmD, MBA, FCCM, FFSHP, Pharmacy Manager for the Cancer Care Pharmacy discusses the unique and valuable role pharmacist have within the health care community
Color a Career: Pharmacy Coloring Book Features Traditional, Nontraditional Roles
Coloring can be a form of mindfulness and promotes relaxation and reduces stress, which is particularly valuable in the fast-paced world of health care.
Patients, Pharmacists, and Other Caregivers Beginning to Realize Potential of AI
A well-executed, human-like digital relationship can transform patient engagement to patient activation.
The Revolutionary Potential of 3D Printing Tablets
3D printing tablets allow for the customization of medication based on individual patient needs, including factors such as age, weight, and specific medical conditions.
FDA Approves Reformulation of Vonoprazan Tablets For Regimen Treatment of Helicobacter Pylori
In a clinical trial, 2 vonoprazan-based regimens demonstrated higher rates of eradication as well as low rates of adverse effects compared to lansoprazole triple therapy.
Eight Steps for Success: How to Start Medical Writing as a Student
Developing writing samples and networking are examples of strategies for students to develop their skills in medical writing.
