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National Diabetes Prevention Program in Underserved Areas to Expand
Through Project IMPACT: Diabetes Prevention, the APhA Foundation has built the infrastructure that allows the National DPP to be offered using an innovative service model.
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Vitamin D Can Lessen Symptoms of Severe Pediatric Eczema
Eczema is the most common skin disorder in children, affecting up to 20% of children worldwide.
Common Genetic Mutation Can Lead to Delayed Sleep Phase Disorder
Genetic mutation affects cryptochrome proteins, which are 1 of 4 main clock proteins involved in regulating the biological clock.
Help Patients Get Rid of Head Lice
By reducing the need to be seen by a provider first, patients can treat infestations earlier, increasing the chance of treatment success.
FDA Designates Fast Track for Pancreatic Cancer Drug
Devimistat is designed to be used in conjunction with other drugs to make cancer cells more sensitive to treatment.
FDA Approves Sutab Tablets for Colonoscopy Preparation
In a trial, 91% of patients rated Sutab as very easy to tolerable to consume, and 78% said they would request Sutab again for a future colonoscopy.
Higher Fitness Levels Linked to Lower Risk of Atrial Fibrillation in Male, African American Veterans
Higher fitness levels reduced the risk of developing atrial fibrillation by up to 50% in a study of Black male veterans.
A Bright Future for Hospital Pharmacy
For hospital pharmacies, the COVID-19 pandemic sparked an abrupt and intensive reevaluation of nearly every aspect of their operations.
Deucravacitinib Shows Efficacy in Treating Plaque Psoriasis
Compared with a placebo, deucravacitinib was more effective in treating plaque psoriasis.
Only Gastrointestinal Symptoms Present in Nearly 20% of COVID-19 Cases
Despite presenting in only 18% of cases, 16% of all COVID-19 patients only present with gastrointestinal symptoms.
Study: Vitamin E From Palm Oil Useful in Boosting Immune Response Based on Liver Cell Studies
Palm oil contains abundant quantities of vitamin E compounds, which include tocopherols and tocotrienols.
Generic Immunosuppressive Drug Receives FDA Approval
Glenmark Pharmaceutical’s tacrolimus drug product is the generic version of Astellas Pharma’s Prograf Capsules.
Address Pharmacotherapy-Related Issues in the Geriatric Population
Pharmacists can help play an integral role in appropriate medication use for older people by optimizing medication therapeutic effects and reducing adverse effects.
Novel COVID-19 Vaccine NVX-CoV2373 Gets FDA Fast Track Designation
Trial that is evaluating the efficacy, safety, and immunogenicity of NVX-CoV2373 in COVID-19 is expected to be fully enrolled by the end of November.
Camber Pharma Launches Generic Sporanox
Itraconazole Oral Solution is an antifungal medication that is used in adults to treat infections caused by fungus.
Investigational Injectable Cabotegravir Superior to Oral Standard of Care for Female HIV Prevention
Further, the study showed cabotegravir was 89% more effective than daily oral FTC/TDF for pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP).
Investigational Injectable Cabotegravir Superior to Oral Standard of Care for HIV Prevention in Women
New Behavioral Therapy Can Help Improve Insomnia
Not only did cognitive behavioral therapy help insomnia, it also improved symptoms of depression and anxiety.
Pharmacist Moms Group Florajen Quiz
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Commentary: Offer Compensation to Those Who Receive COVID-19 Vaccine When Available
The rising global death toll, in addition to the economic consequences of the pandemic, have led many calls to mandate a COVID-19 vaccination if and when a vaccine is approved.
Study: Vitamin D Levels During Pregnancy Linked with Child IQ, Disparities Among Black Women
According to lead study author Melissa Melough, as many as 80% of Black pregnant women in the United States may be deficient in vitamin D.
Study: Weather Has No Significant Impact on Spread of COVID-19
The transmission of COVID-19 depends almost entirely on human behavior, meaning temperature and humidity do not play a significant role, study suggests.
Study Finds Hashtags, Social Media Are Valuable Tools for Patients With Breast Cancer
Pharmacists and other medical experts also have a great opportunity to use social media to correct misconceptions, provide guidance, and steer patients toward credible sources.
Study: Statins May Cause Myalgia in Some Patients
Statin use in certain patients may lead to increased muscle pain so severe it can affect adherence.
Study: Benralizumab Eliminated Oral Corticosteroid Use in Majority of Oral Corticosteroid-Dependent Asthma Patients
Frequent or chronic use of oral corticosteroids can lead to serious adverse effects in patients with asthma, including weight gain, diabetes, immunosuppression, and adrenal insufficiency.
Eli Lilly COVID-19 Antibody Treatment Receives Emergency Use Authorization, Government to Allocate 300,000 Doses
Investigational COVID-19 antibody was authorized in a 700 mg dose for adults and pediatric patients 12 years and older and should be administered as soon as possible after diagnosis and within 10 days of symptom onset.
FDA Approves FoundationOne Liquid CDx as Companion Diagnostic for Olaparib in Prostate Cancer
The FDA approved FoundationOne Liquid CDx as a companion diagnostic with olaparib for certain patients with metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer.
COVID-19 Antibodies Last Longer Than Previously Thought
A new study suggests that COVID-19 antibodies remain in the body for up to 5 months.
Researchers Investigate Coinfection of COVID-19, Herpes Zoster
Even in a relatively asymptomatic case of COVID-19, it is possible that the virus could have fostered retrograde reactivation of the varicella-zoster virus.
Study: Older Adults With Regular Social Engagement Have Healthier Brain Microstructure
Maintaining brain health is especially important in the senior population, because once brain cells die, dementia typically follows.