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Although lack of physical activity and exercise are known risk factors for serious health conditions, further evidence as to whether physical activity actually protects against cognitive decline has often been mixed and inconclusive, according to the current study.

What was the cause of drug induced renal failure?

The study concluded that pharmacists reportedly scored higher on the knowledge test than neurologists and nurse practitioners.

Small, automated financial incentives improved retention in care and viral suppression among adults with HIV starting antiretroviral therapy.

At the beginning of the study, participants completed a questionnaire about how often they took part in 5 types of mentally stimulating activities during middle-age, between the age of 50 and 65 years, or the age of 66 and older.

Regardless of the channel through which a specialty medication is billed and filled, management strategies will be an essential cornerstone to controlling costs.

Cytomegalovirus is a common pathogen post-transplant.

According to a recent analysis published in the Annals of the American Thoracic Society, Black individuals are twice as likely as White individuals to test positive for COVID-19.

According to new research published in Clinical and Translational Immunology, a new cancer vaccine is ready for human trials following its success in preclinical studies.

Regular testing for hepatitis C virus has proven more effective than targeted testing.

What was the American Pharmacists Association (APhA) originally called?

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Insufficient sleep can have negative emotional effects in young children.

Ensuring equitable distribution of remdesivir in virus hot spots can help increase the capacity of intensive care unites.

The partnership with VillageMD will open 500 to 700 “Village Medical at Walgreens” physician-led primary care clinics in more than 30 US markets in the next 5 years.

The conference will take place virtually in conjunction with the eighth NASP Annual Meeting & Expo Virtual Experience.

According to an online survey of more than 53,000 Americans using PPIs, once or twice daily use significantly increases the likelihood of a positive test for COVID-19.

The human papillomavirus infection (HPV) vaccine should be administered in 2 doses for children between 9 and 12 years of age, according to updated guidelines from the American Cancer Society (ACS).

Results were announced at the virtual 23rd International AIDS Conference.

Probiotic therapy either with prebiotics or by itself may ease depression, according to a review of the data recently published in BMJ Nutrition Prevention & Health.

Vitamin D is a neurosteroid responsible for brain maturation and growth, and stimulation of the most important antioxidant in the brain.

In developing countries with overcrowded hospitals, community pharmacies can relive burden, help patients adhere to their regimen, thus offering a viable alternative to patients who need to maintain their medication and keep stable.

Professional organizations play important roles in the profession, from assistance with job placements, to publication of scholarly peer-reviewed literature, promotion of practice standards, and advocacy for the profession.

The von Willebrand factor may be the reason why coronavirus disease 2019 presents itself so differently in each person.

Early and frequent screenings for childhood cancer survivors could cut breast cancer mortality by well over half.

Whether it be delivery options, remote pharmacy, increasing roles for pharmacists and technicians, or fluctuating patient volume, the impact of COVID-19 can be felt in community pharmacies across the United States.

Critically ill patients admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU) with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) are 10 times more likely to develop cardiac arrhythmias.

In addition to finding that depression affects up to 70% of women transitioning into menopause, investigators have also identified the greatest risk factors.

In addition to allopathic or prescription medications to manage depression stemming from this pandemic, there are integrative medicines, as well as health and wellness modalities, that can be used to improve mental health.

PrEP-AP is intended to lower out-of-pocket costs for both uninsured and insured people who are eligible for PrEP services such as laboratory tests.