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Study: Many Trips to ER for Eye Issues That Are Not Actual Emergencies
Those who had been seeing an eye specialist – optometrist or ophthalmologist – on a regular basis before their eye-related ER visit were much less likely to seek emergency care.
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Nine-Step System Proposed to Evaluate HIV Preventative Care
New system could improve the implementation of pre-exposure prophylaxis-based care for HIV prevention.
Targeted Treatment for Alcohol Use Disorder Discovered
Potassium channels could reduce drinking in patients with alcohol use disorder.
Genetic Regions Linked to High Blood Pressure Could Identify At-Risk Patients
New blood pressure genes may serve as potential drug targets for hypertension.
Immunosuppressive Therapy, Stem Cell Transplant Induces Remission in Relapsing-Remitting Multiple Sclerosis
One round of investigational combination treatment may be more effective than long-term treatment for multiple sclerosis.
Study Deems Long-Term Tocilizumab Safe for the Treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis
Efficacy of tocilizumab monotherapy was maintained or improved for up to 264 weeks.
Stem Cell Component May Treat Glaucoma
Stem cell exosomes observed to protect retinal cells in a recent study.
Compound in Fruits, Vegetables May Reduce Lung Cancer Risk
Consumption of beta-cryptoxanthin reduced lung cancer risk up to 63%.
FDA Accepts Application for Experimental Leukemia Drug
The FDA has accepted Pfizer’s biologics license application (BLA) and granted priority review for their experimental leukemia treatment.
Trending News Today: Women Experience Heart Attacks Differently Than Men
Top news of the day from across the health care landscape.
Trending News Today: Insurer to Remove Barrier to Treatment for Opioid Abuse
Top news of the day from across the healthcare landscape.
Overcoming Barriers in the Use of HIV PrEP
Although PrEP is highly effective, few appropriate patients with HIV currently use it.
Fighting the Stigma Around Mental Illness
What are you doing to stop the stigma surrounding mental illnesses?
5 Reasons to Attend the Institute on Alcoholism and Drug Dependencies
Five reasons to attend the APhA's Institute on Alcoholism and Drug Dependencies
Why the Drop in the NAPLEX Pass Rates?
This year saw a steep decline in the overall pass rate for the NAPLEX. This may be due to some changes in format, but some unanswered questions remain.
Mango-Associated Dermatitis: What are the Treatment Options?
Mango fruits are ubiquitous at supermarkets around the nation and enjoyed by many.
New Jersey Enacts Strict Opioid Prescribing Law
On February 15 2017, Governor Chris Christie of New Jersey signed legislation aimed to curb the state’s opioid addiction epidemic
Study: Wide Variation of Melatonin Content in Supplements
A new study suggests that the melatonin content of dietary supplements often varies widely from what is listed on the label.
Offering HPV Vaccinations in Pharmacies Improves the Numbers, Reduces Future Cancers
Pharmacists’ accessibility and interactions with the public may help increase HPV vaccine coverage.
Ibalizumab Demonstrates Promising Results in Phase 3 Trial for Multidrug Resistant HIV
Long-acting antiretroviral maintains significant viral load reduction and increases CD4+ T cells in HIV.
Patent Challenges Seek to Expand Access to Hepatitis C Drugs
Flawed patents challenged on blockbuster HCV drugs to allow generic production.
Report: PBM Drove Costs Down in 2016
Increased generic drug utilization found to drive down savings.
6 Facts About Block-Granting Medicaid Funding
Block-granting Medicaid could reduce federal spending.
Annual Diabetes Mortality Rate Significantly Underestimated
Diabetes-related deaths account for up to 12% of overall deaths.
Investigational Multiple Sclerosis Drug Reduces Relapses
Patients with MS administered ozanimod experienced less relapses over 1 year.
Combination Immunotherapies Successful in Glioblastoma
SMAC mimetics and immune checkpoint inhibitors, together, promote tumor immunity against deadly brain cancer.
Diabetic Neuropathy Treatment Recommendations for Primary Care Providers
The American Diabetes Association releases an update position statement reflecting the current diabetic neuropathy landscape.
Genetics of Patients with HIV May Impact Disease Progression
Findings suggest that human genetics trigger mutations in the HIV viral genome.
Gene Removal May Prevent Obesity
Inhibiting theIPK61 protein was observed to stop weight gain in animals.
Remicade Biosimilar Shows Comparable Efficacy in Crohn's Disease
Biosimilar costs 15% less than the reference product.