June 2013 Women's Health

The incidence of herpes zoster increases with age, and about 10% to 15% of patients will develop postherpetic neuralgia.

Iron deficiency is the leading nutritional deficiency in the world and the most common cause of anemia in the United States.

As the health care system changes, the line between the roles of pharmacist and physician can become blurred.

A proper skin care regimen is crucial to the management and prevention of dry skin.

Pharmacists can help their patients determine the best way to meet their daily calcium requirements.

The increase in the use of fertility-enhancing drugs has led to new health challenges caused by medication side effects and multiple births.

Pregnancy, oral contraceptive use, and hormone therapy can increase risk of thromboembolism.

Avoiding adverse medication events through prevention programs may help to lower hospital readmission rates.

Non-cardioselective beta-blockers appear to pose the greatest risk to patients with asthma or COPD.

Tecfidera (dimethyl fumarate) has been approved by the FDA for the treatment of relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis.