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Myocarditis Risk Is 17 Times Higher for Unvaccinated Patients Who Get COVID-19
New study results show that there are more incidences of this inflammation of the heart muscle related to not being vaccinated than there are to the vaccine itself.
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Pharmacist-Led Program Brings Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis Monoclonal Antibodies to Patients At High Risk of Contracting COVID-19
Having such a program spearheaded by pharmacists has helped show the public the vital roles that pharmacists play.
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Survey Finds Majority of Affected Americans Approve of Psychedelics to Treat Anxiety, Depression, PTSD
Nearly two-thirds of respondents had residual feelings of anxiety, depression, or PTSD after using prescription medications.
New Melanoma Test Could Reassure Patients With Low Risk of Cancer Spread
Early-stage melanomas at risk of spreading secrete the TGFβ2 growth factor, which causes the downregulation of the AMBRA1 and Loricrin proteins.
Daily OTC Pearl: DerMend
DerMend treats or prevents dry, rough, scaly, and itchy skin, as well as minor skin irritations.
Daily Medication Pearl: Testosterone Enanthate (Xyosted)
Xyosted is indicated for conditions associated with a deficiency or absence of endogenous testosterone.
Pharmacy Clinical Pearl of the Day: Gingivitis
Symptoms of gingivitis include swollen or puffy gums, dusky red and dark red gums, gums that bleed easily, bad breath, receding, and tender gums.
The Legal Prescription at Pharmacy Times with Ned Milenkovich: Flip the Pharmacy Part 1
In The Legal Prescription series with Ned Milenkovich, we discuss a set of important topics in the pharmacy landscape.
Study Finds Binge-Watching TV Linked to Potentially Fatal Blood Clots
The research team conducted a systematic review to collect the available published evidence on the topic and then combined the results using a process called meta-analysis.
Pharmacists Play Vital Role in Health Screenings
They are in a unique position to evaluate patients in their practice settings to improve health outcomes.
FDA Approves Remdesivir for the Treatment of Non-Hospitalized Patients at High Risk for COVID-19 Disease Progression
The FDA also expanded the pediatric emergency use authorization for remdesivir to include the treatment of non-hospitalized pediatric patients at high risk of disease progression.
Generic Product News: January 2022
This month's generic product news features generics for Robinul, Decadron, and Samsca.
Study: A Dozen Cognitively, Physically Stimulating Sessions Can Improve Cognition
The results of a new analysis show that just 12 to 14 doses of stimulation for the body and mind may be all that is needed to boost brain function.
FDA Approves Risankizumab-rzaa for Treatment of Adults with Active Psoriatic Arthritis
In a pair of pivotal studies, risankizumab-rzaa (Skyrizi) met the primary endpoint of American College of Rheumatology 20% improvement response at week 24 compared to placebo.
Pros, Cons of Different Diabetes Monitoring Devices, How Pharmacies Can Support Optimal Use
For patients with type 1 and type 2 diabetes, decisions around the selection of glucose meters can be difficult as there are several brands and types of meters available.
Study: Consuming Artificial Sweeteners During Pregnancy May Affect Baby's Microbiome, Obesity Risk
These results suggest that maternal diet during pregnancy can significantly affect obesity risk in children.
Data Suggest Roflumilast Cream Vehicle Has Similar Moisturizing Properties as Commercial Moisturizer in Treating Mild Eczema
Researchers found similar improvements in dryness, redness, roughness, tightness, irritation, moisturization, smoothness, and overall skin appearance between the 2 products.
Study Finds Fewer Breakthrough COVID-19 Infections, Lower Risk of Hospitalization With Moderna Vaccine
This recent research also found that those who received the Moderna vaccine were less likely to be hospitalized compared to recipients of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine.
Daily OTC Pearl: Pamprin Multi-Symptom
Pamprin Multi-Symptom is a combination medicine used to treat the symptoms of premenstrual syndrome.
Daily Medication Pearl: Kovaltry (Antihemophilic Factor)
Kovaltry temporarily replaces the missing clotting Factor VIII in patients with hemophilia A.
Pharmacy Clinical Pearl of the Day: Glomerulonephritis
Severe or prolonged inflammation associated with glomerulonephritis can damage the kidneys.
Assessing the Burden of Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease in the US
Norman Lepor, MD, a cardiologist and clinical investigator in the phase 3 clinical program for inclisiran (Leqvio; Novartis), discusses the burden of ASCVD in the country today.
Pharmacy Fact: Don’t Get Burned by These Six Common Houseplants
Several common houseplants present in homes year-round due to their low maintenance requirements and environmental adaptability are far more toxic than many may realize.
Pharmacist Moms: Coffee With Suzy - Episode 1
In the first episode of Coffee With Suzy, Suzanne Soliman, PharmD, BCMAS, spoke with the main moderators of the Pharmacist Moms Group about the importance of women in pharmacy.
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Here Are 6 Tips for Self-Care Heading Into 2022
2021 was almost as difficult as 2020; learn ways to start the new year with these recommendations.
Early Identification of Alzheimer Disease Is Key
Tau protein, plaque, and brain waves maybe the solutions to treating the progressive condition.
Pembrolizumab Plus Lenvatinib Show Promise in Advanced Endometrial Carcinoma
New trial results showed statistically significant improvements in overall survival and progression-free survival.
Durvalumab Plus Chemotherapy Reduced Risk of Death by 20% in First-Line Advanced Biliary Tract Cancer
Additionally, the results also showed a 25% reduction in the risk of disease progression or death with durvalumab plus chemotherapy.
OTC Product News: January 2022
This month's products features jelly bean vitamins, nail repair, and Mucinex InstaSoothe.
Study: Antibodies in Blood Soon After COVID-19 Onset May Predict Severity
Stanford Medicine investigators were able to estimate who is most likely to land in the hospital.