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MD Labs/Rxight's Dr. Teri Klein Appointed as Stanford University Professor
MD Labs has announced the Stanford Provost’s approval of Dr. Teri Klein’s appointment as a Professor of Biomedical Data Science at Stanford University.
Baxter and ScinoPharm Partner to Develop Generic Oncology Injectables
Baxter International and ScinoPharm Taiwan have teamed up in a strategic partnership to develop, manufacture, and commercialize generic oncology injectables, according to a press release.
Kim Nguyen Named Recipient of the MD Labs/Rxight Scholarship for Pharmacy Studies
Kim Nguyen of La Puenta, California, has been named a recipient of a $1,000 MD Labs/Rxight Scholarship supporting excellence in pharmacy studies.
Prescription Drug Diversion an Issue at VA Hospitals
Federal authorities are aiming investigative efforts at Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) medical centers to curb an increase in drug diversion acts committed in some VA hospitals.
HIV/HCV Coinfection: Sustained Viral Response Possible and Likely
Up to 30% of people who have HIV, and more than 80% of HIV-positive injection drug users also have hepatitis C virus (HCV) as well.
Taking Tips from Social Media to Communicate with Patients
Brevity is important.
How Employee Offsites Can Boost Morale at Your Pharmacy
Leveraging the knowledge of tenured employees is important, but finding a culture and creating an environment that allows employees at any stage in their career to succeed within your pharmacy is critical.
5 Natural Products That Can Trigger Renal Failure
Natural products in unnatural doses can cause problems
FDA Approves Carcinoid Syndrome Diarrhea Treatment
The FDA has approved a drug for the treatment of carcinoid syndrome diarrhea.
The American Pharmacists Association Launches PharmacyLibrary with Interactive Exam Module on Atypon's Literatum
NACDS Stands With "Americans For Affordable Products" in Warning Against Border Adjustment Tax
Ozanimod Reduces Frequency of Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis
Investigational MS drug lowers the relapse rate during a phase 3 clinical trial.
Drug May Prevent Infertility in Males Undergoing Cancer Treatment
G-CSF promotes regeneration of sperm cells in cancer patients.
Genomic Profiling Improves Glioblastoma Treatment Outcomes
A majority of glioblastomas change their genomic profile during therapy, new research finds.
Testosterone Treatment May Pose Cardiovascular Risks
While testosterone treatment improved bone density and anemia, it caused plaque build-up in coronary arteries.
Physician Opioid Prescribing Habits May Lead to Long-term Use
Patients treated by a high-intensity prescribers were 30% more likely to become a long-term opioid user.
American College of Physicians Develops New Guidelines for Low Back Pain
Patients with low back pain should initially seek non-drug therapy.
Model Predicts Drug-Induced Liver Toxicity
A novel model can determine the effect of certain drugs on human liver cells.
Tumors Manipulate Neuronal Signals for Personal Gain
Targeting the interactions between neurons and cancer cells may be a powerful strategy in future cancer treatments.
FDA Approves New Diabetes Drug Combination
Fixed-dose combination provides another oral treatment option for patients with diabetes.
FDA Approves Novel Diabetes Drug
Qtern is indicated to lower blood glucose levels in patients with type 2 diabetes.
WHO Releases List of Pathogens That Threaten Human Health
Pathogen list is meant to increase research and development of new antibiotics.
FDA Greenlights Diabetes Drug Combo
The FDA has approved AstraZeneca’s fixed-dose combination drug, Qtern (10 mg dapagliflozin and 5 mg saxagliptin), for the treatment of type 2 diabetes as an adjunct to diet and exercise.
Hypertensive Microbiota May Cause High Blood Pressure
Alternating gut microbiota in mice causes hypertension.
Trending News Today: Trump Pushes Congress to Revamp ACA
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Big Data May Advance Breast Cancer Treatment
Researchers create a map of breast cancer cell shapes and genes that is linked to outcomes.
Data Analytics Could Improve Breast Cancer Therapy
Mapping cancer cells to genes helps to formulate a treatment plan.
Changing the Conversation: Flip the Script on Naloxone
Providing education and naloxone to those at risk of witnessing or experiencing an overdose is associated with a 30%-45% decrease in overdose death rates, opioid consumption, and emergency visits.
Trending News Today: Concerns Raised Over Potential ACA Replacement Plan