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Advanced Kidney Disease May Get Overlooked in Individuals With CP
Investigators from Michigan Medicine analyzed data from 16,700 individuals in a new study.
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Daily Medication Pearl: Tavneos (avacopan) for Severe Active Anti-Neutrophil Cytoplasmic Autoantibody-Associated Vasculitis
Avacopan is a complement 5a receptor (C5aR) antagonist that inhibits the interaction between C5aR and the anaphylatoxin C5a.
One-Third of Older Individuals Plan to Take an Extended Vacation Next Year
However, many say that they would reconsider if local COVID-19 cases begin to spike at their destination, poll results show.
Unique Proteins in Tumor Cells Can Be Used to Generate Personalized T Cells
Investigators have developed an immunotherapy that is a potential option for children with hard-to-treat brain cancer.
Holidays and COVID-19: Celebrate Safely and Still Have Fun
Pharmacists, who have doubled their efforts during COVID-19, can follow these tips to make this special time of year less stressful.
FDA Clearance for Neuromark Rhinitis Neurolysis Therapy
Experimental mRNA Injection Safe, Tolerable for Patients With Heart Failure
mRNA encoding vascular endothelial growth factor into the myocardium of patients undergoing elective coronary artery bypass surgery was both safe and tolerable in patients with heart failure.
Pharmacy Clinical Pearl of the Day: Gangrene
Gangrene commonly affects the arms and legs, including the toes and fingers, but it can also occur in the muscles and in organs inside the body, such as the gallbladder.
Pharmacy Quiz: Test Your Knowledge on HIV
Ten quiz questions to assess your knowledge on common symptoms and treatments for HIV.
Iptacopan Demonstrates Reductions in Proteinuria for Patients With C3 Glomerulopathy
Iptacopan demonstrated statistically significant and clinically important reductions in proteinuria for patients with C3 glomerulopathy.
Daily Medication Pearl: Dolutegravir and Rilpivirine (Juluca) for HIV
Juluca is indicated as a complete regimen for the treatment of HIV-1 infection in adults.
Pharmacy Clinical Pearl of the Day: Down Syndrome
Down syndrome is the most common genetic chromosomal disorder and cause of learning disabilities in children.
Walgreens Offering COVID-19 Booster Doses to All Individuals 18 Years of Age and Older
This follows the FDA’s decision to expand the emergency use authorization for Pfizer and Moderna booster vaccines to all individuals 18 and older.
Stress Is Linked to Crohn Disease Flare-Ups
Investigators used mouse models and found that the stress hormone suppressed the innate immune system that normally protects the gut from bacteria that is associated with the condition.
FDA Expands EUA for Moderna COVID-19 Booster, CDC Votes to Recommend
The CDC Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices voted to recommend the use of a booster dose of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine.
New Funding Opportunities Support Researchers, Communities of Color
Minority researchers and investigators from underrepresented communities often have access to less clinical research funding than other clinical researchers.
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FDA Expands Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine Booster EUA to All Adults Aged 18 or Older
The Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine booster dose is the same strength as the primary series of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine, with findings demonstrating the same level of safety as the primary series.
Smartphone Pictures of Post-Surgical Wounds Could Help Identify Infections Early
The smartphone group were nearly 4 times more likely to have their wound infection diagnosed within 7 days of their surgery compared to the routine care group.
OTC Hearing Aids Offer Opportunities for Pharmacists
2017 Law Gives Pharmacies Ability to Help Patients Select and Adjust Devices
Interactive Case Studies: November 2021
New Findings Link CRISPR Gene Editing and Mutated Cancer Cells
The study’s identification of a network of possible candidate genes to carefully control for mutations could alter the future clinical implementation of CRISPR.
Study: One-Third of Caregivers of Children With Cancer Are Hesitant About COVID-19 Vaccine
A survey of caregivers and parents of children with cancer shows that nearly one-third expressed hesitancy to vaccinate their youngsters against COVID-19.
Patients With Diabetes Less Likely to Identify Symptoms of Atrial Fibrillation
Individuals with diabetes and atrial fibrillation were less likely to notice symptoms of irregular heartbeat.
Heparin May Decrease Overall Time of Infection for Patients With COVID-19
The difference in COVID-19 infection time between patients receiving heparin and those who did not was approximately 4 days on average.
1 in 4 Individuals With ADHD Have a Generalized Anxiety Disorder
Those with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder are much more likely to have GAD at some point in their lives than others who do not have it.
Ibuprofen Demonstrates Immune Benefits Against Respiratory Syncytial Virus
RSV causes an estimated 14,000 deaths and 177,000 hospitalizations annually among US adults over 65 years of age.
Study Finds US Cancer Care Costs Approximately $156.2 Billion
Breast cancer found to be the most expensive type of the disease, costing approximately $3.4 billion in the United States.
Daily Medication Pearl: Tosymra (Sumatriptan Nasal Spray) for Migraine
Tosymra is indicated for the acute treatment of migraine with or without aura in adults.
Pharmacy Clinical Pearl of the Day: Endocarditis
Bacteria, fungi, and other germs that cause endocarditis may enter the bloodstream through improper dental care, catheters, and IV drug use.
House of Representatives Pass Build Back Better Bill, Vote Goes to Senate
The Build Back Better bill include an authorization for the government to negotiate lower drug prices.