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Web Search Data Forecast Lyme Disease Risk
Comparing Lymelight results with the CDC data, the authors found a high level of agreement.
More Time Outdoors Recently May Increase Tick Bite Incidence
Ticks are common on the East Coast of the United States during the spring and summer, but they are found more frequently on hiking trails and in woods than landscaped lawns or public parks.
Home Infusion Pharmacies Play Critical Role in COVID-19
Providers help transition patients home from doctors’ offices and hospitals during pandemic.
Motivational Interviewing: Effective Communication Is Vital
This overlooked skill can help determine which issues should be passed on to the pharmacist.
OTC Case Studies: Eye Health
Four case studies for eye health.
Diabetes Increases Risk of Some Dermatologic Conditions
Skin complications are often the first sign of the disease, but they can be prevented and treated when caught early.
Patient Experiences Cardiac Arrest When Taking 2 Medications
Drug screening, heart monitoring are critical when using azithromycin and hydroxychloroquine.
Lyme Disease May Lead to Disabling Posttreatment Problems
Postinfectious Lyme arthritis, in which the arthritis seems to evolve following treatment, is a significant concern.
What Are the Best Drugs to Treat Diabetes?
Here are the Top 10 medications in terms of efficacy for lowering A1C and blood sugar levels.
Case Studies (July 2020)
Two interactive case studies are presented.
Pet Peeves (July 2020)
What's Bothering You? Bossy patients, abandoned prescriptions, drive-through demands? We want to know!
OTC Product News (July 2020)
OTC products featured in the July 2020 issue.
Federal Sentencing Guidelines Apply to Convicted Pharmacist
Judge determines whether fraudulent claims term should be changed based on defendant's age, health status.
Pharmacists Can Help Fight Obesity
Counsel patients on this global epidemic, which can exacerbate or lead to many other diseases.
Generic Medications Face an Uncertain but Promising Future
Community pharmacies should remain vigilant to ensure access at fair cost and reimbursement in this marketplace.
Rising Insulin Prices Catch Policy Makers' Attention
Colorado legislature enacts price caps of $100 per month for products and authorizes attorney general to investigate pricing.
Juggling Motherhood and a Pharmacy Career is No Easy Task
Here are 4 tips to survive in the profession for first-time moms to know before the baby is born.
Turning the COVID-19 Conversation Into One on Overall Health
As patients return to their routines of returning to pharmacies and the inevitable discussions about COVID-19 begin, it may be a good time to discuss the range of tests that the CDC recommends.
Pharmacists Can Improve Diabetes Care
Establishing better patient relationships can lead to improved self-management.
Nexletol From Esperion Therapeutics, Inc
The FDA has approved Nexletol (bempedoic acid), a nonstatin cholesterol-lowering agent, in adults who require additional lowering of low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C).
Provide Information About Drug Equivalency
Despite opportunity to save money with generic medications, many patients do not understand the options.
Self-Monitoring Blood Glucose Can Effectively Manage Diabetes
Pharmacists can help patients select products and provide education on how to use them.
Chronic Insomnia May Require Intervention
While considering different factors, pharmacists can offer guidance on then best treatments.
Rx Products (July 2020)
Prescription products are featured.
Generic Products July 2020
Generic products for July 2020.