2023-2024 COVID-19 Vaccine Efficacy Wanes Over Time
Drug Topics
JULY 21, 2025
A new study reveals the waning effectiveness of 2023-2024 COVID-19 vaccines, highlighting the need for ongoing vaccinations and pharmacist involvement.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Rates Low Despite Updated Recommendations
Drug Topics
JULY 11, 2025
In 2022, the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) published updated pneumococcal vaccine recommendations. In 2022, the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) published updated pneumococcal vaccine recommendations. Of those, 38% had evidence of pneumococcal vaccination prior to January 2022.
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As its cancer vaccine moves through the clinic, Transgene sets sights on manufacturing
PharmaVoice
JULY 9, 2025
Today, we’re speaking to Simone Steiner, Transgene’s new chief technology officer, about how the company is transitioning from early- to late-stage testing and advancing its manufacturing capabilities Oncology vaccines are gaining traction in the clinic as potential game changing treatments for cancer.
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Flu Vaccines Are a Go
Pharmacy Times
JULY 16, 2025
The shift away from thimerosal may increase the use of single-dose syringes, impacting vaccination practices in various healthcare settings. ACIP's recommendations are increasingly significant for pharmacies, influencing vaccination planning, billing, and patient care activities.
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Childhood vaccination coverage was falling across the globe even before Covid
STAT
JUNE 24, 2025
Childhood vaccination coverage has made leaps since 1980. That is according to a study published in The Lancet Tuesday, which found stagnation and wide variation in childhood vaccination rates since 2010. But progress has significantly slowed in the last two decades.
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Expanding Pneumococcal Vaccinations to Healthy Adults Aged 50 to 64 Years Offers Significant Health, Economic Benefits
Pharmacy Times
JUNE 20, 2025
Expanding use of the 15-valent pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PCV15) or 20-valent pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PCV20) to all United States adults aged 50 to 64 years would result in modest budget increases over a 3-year period. 1,2 A particular disease burden is present for Black Americans.
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Osivax publishes phase 2a results supporting dual flu vaccine approach
Pharma Times
JULY 10, 2025
The results, now published in Vaccines , show that the combination was well-tolerated with no serious adverse events, and generated strong immune responses. The results, now published in Vaccines , show that the combination was well-tolerated with no serious adverse events, and generated strong immune responses.
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Pharmacists Can Simplify the Vaccine Schedule
Pharmacy Times
JULY 22, 2025
RSV vaccines are recommended for older adults and those with specific health conditions, with options like Arexvy, mResvia, and Abrysvo available. RSV vaccines are recommended for older adults and those with specific health conditions, with options like Arexvy, mResvia, and Abrysvo available.
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Efficiency, Education, and Evolution: What’s Next for Pharmacy Practice?
Pharmacy Times
JUNE 24, 2025
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Shaping Pharmacy Research With Purpose and Public Impact
Pharmacy Times
JULY 22, 2025
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Insights From ASCO 2025 Guide Pharmacy Practice in Solid Tumors and Hematologic Cancers
Pharmacy Times
JULY 16, 2025
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Independent Pharmacy Innovation Spotlighted at McKesson ideaShare 2025
Pharmacy Times
JULY 14, 2025
Topics included innovative clinical services , vaccine access , and the interaction of pharmacology and nutrition. PharmaTalk sessions—dynamic conversations between pharmacy experts—featured thought leaders and pharmacy innovators sharing insights on the evolving health care landscape.
FDA Approves Vancomycin Injection For Ready-to-Infuse Sepsis Therapy
Pharmacy Times
JULY 2, 2025
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Inside the Synergy Between HOPA and OPC’s Evolving Educational Impact
Pharmacy Times
JUNE 20, 2025
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FDA Moving to Nonanimal Testing Methodologies in Preclinical Research
Pharmacy Times
JULY 22, 2025
1 The FDA provisions in the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2023 allow IND applicants to use other methods besides animal testing to establish a drug’s safety and efficacy. link] Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2023, HR 2617, 117th Cong (2023). 3,6 REFERENCES FDA drug approval process infographic (horizontal).
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The Changing Landscape of Pharmacy Accessibility
Pharmacy Times
JULY 22, 2025
These deserts reduce access to critical health care services, such as vaccinations, health screenings, and point-of-care testing. The lack of access to immunization services may lead to lower vaccination rates and vulnerabilities to infectious diseases in these communities.
New Frontline BTK Inhibitor Strategy Gains FDA Approval in Untreated Mantle Cell Lymphoma
Pharmacy Times
JUNE 27, 2025
Pharmacists are well positioned to perform drug interaction checks, counsel patients on adherence and administration, and coordinate supportive care, including prophylaxis for infections (eg, granulocyte colony-stimulating factor, vaccines).
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Neoadjuvant Nivolumab With Chemotherapy Yields Significant Overall Survival Benefit in Resectable NSCLC
Pharmacy Times
JUNE 9, 2025
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Under the Weather: Unpacking the Impact of the 2024-2025 Influenza Season
Pharmacy Times
JULY 21, 2025
Fournier, BSc Key Takeaways The 2024-2025 influenza season saw unprecedented severity, with high hospitalization and outpatient visit rates due to a vaccine mismatch and dominant H1N1 and H3N2 strains. Targeted public health strategies are needed to improve vaccine access, education, and trust, particularly in underserved communities.
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ACIP Votes Against Thimerosal Vaccines for Prevention of Influenza
Drug Topics
JUNE 27, 2025
In a vote of 5 to 1 on Thursday, members of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) voted to recommend against influenza vaccine containing the preservative thimerosal. The recommendations include all US adults as well as recommending pregnant women also receive a thimerosal-free vaccine for influenza.
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Pharmacists Reimagine Myeloma Care With Insights from ASCO
Pharmacy Times
JUNE 24, 2025
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You Shall Not Pass: Pharmacist Review of Drug-Herb Interactions in Cancer Treatment
Pharmacy Times
JUNE 12, 2025
Data collection spanned January 2020 to March 2023. This study examines herbal supplement prevalence, pharmacist interventions, and their impact on oncology treatment safety. Materials and Methods A survey-based observational study was conducted at the UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center.
Study Reveals Gaps in GINA Guideline Adherence for Asthma Treatment
Pharmacy Times
JUNE 9, 2025
Study Overview Researchers conducted a retrospective chart review of 80 patients aged 12 or older within Intermountain Health who were diagnosed with asthma between December 2022 and December 2023. To ensure continuity of care, patients included had seen a primary care provider both in the year prior to and following their diagnosis.
Self-Care Measures for Preventing and Managing Dysmenorrhea
Pharmacy Times
JUNE 20, 2025
November 6, 2023. J Pediatr Adolesc Gynecol. 2014;27(5):258-265.doi:10.1016/j.jpag.2013.11.008 doi:10.1016/j.jpag.2013.11.008 2013.11.008 7. Menstrual cycle disorders may be linked to increased cardiovascular disease risk in women. News release. American Heart Association. Accessed April 28, 2025. Pinkerton JV. Dysmenorrhea. In: Merck Manual.
Beyond Dispensing: How Pharmacists and Technicians Can Expand Services to Meet Patient Needs
Pharmacy Times
JUNE 13, 2025
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The Lifesaving Role of Continuous Glucose Monitors and Wearable Devices
Pharmacy Times
JULY 21, 2025
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Pharmacists Push Forward: Innovative Clinical Solutions Highlighted at McKesson ideaShare 2025
Pharmacy Times
JULY 12, 2025
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Continuous Subcutaneous Lenalidomide Shows Promise in Reducing Toxicity in R/R Multiple Myeloma
Pharmacy Times
JUNE 25, 2025
This phase 1b clinical trial, conducted between September 2023 and November 2024, was designed to build on promising preclinical data that demonstrated improved efficacy and tolerability with continuous SC lenalidomide delivery in murine MM models.
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USP announces new Advanced Technologies Laboratory to accelerate and scale pharmaceutical manufacturing innovations
Pharmacy Times
JUNE 4, 2025
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Transitions of Care Pharmacists Mitigate Readmission Rates for COPD
Pharmacy Times
JUNE 23, 2025
The retrospective cohort study included all patients who met the criteria for the Medicare HRRP COPD model discharged between May 2021 and August 2023. The researchers included 187 patients and 92 patients in the pre- and postimplementation groups, respectively.
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Nemolizumab Shows Rapid, Sustained Efficacy in Atopic Dermatitis
Pharmacy Times
JUNE 16, 2025
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Collaborative Management of Severe Pericarditis: The Role of Pharmacists in Rilonacept Treatment
Pharmacy Times
JUNE 11, 2025
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New Drugs, New Decisions: How Pharmacists Are Guiding the Future of Hematologic Care
Pharmacy Times
JUNE 19, 2025
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Pharmacies Need Strategies to Improve Health Care Access
Pharmacy Times
JUNE 18, 2025
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Educate Patients About Safe Medication Disposal
Pharmacy Times
JULY 18, 2025
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Conference Coverage Recap: American Pharmacists Association Annual Meeting and Exposition 2025
Drug Topics
JUNE 23, 2025
McKesson ideaShare: Wrapping Up The Week June 25th 2023 Podcast Drug Topics wraps up a great week in Las Vegas at McKesson ideaShare. McKesson ideaShare: Wrapping Up The Week June 25th 2023 Podcast Drug Topics wraps up a great week in Las Vegas at McKesson ideaShare.
ICH Q6B for Analytics
PharmTech
JUNE 6, 2025
A magnifying glass examining a vintage vaccine vial surrounded by four minimalistic chart icons, symbolizing healthcare, medicine, and analytics in the context of global health monitoring. Analytical Validation (ICH, 2023). Easton, R.L. Structural Characterization Methods for Biosimilars: Fit-for-Purpose, Qualified, or Validated.
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Pharmacists Can Provide Travel Health Tips for Patients
Pharmacy Times
JUNE 25, 2025
Ensuring patients are current on MMR vaccines is crucial due to global measles outbreaks, with specific recommendations for international travelers. SHOW MORE As summer heats up, pharmacists can provide travel vaccines and other recommendations.
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Hypertension: A Silent Killer Requiring Novel Therapies
Pharmacy Times
JULY 19, 2025
While the results of this study were presented at the American College of Cardiology meeting in 2023, the completed study results have yet to be published. 17 A phase 3 trial with baxdrostat (BaxHTN) in resistant hypertension was started in November 2023 with an unknown completion date. JAMA 2023; 330:1140-1150. March 4, 2023.
IsaKRD Induction Achieves 95% Response Rate in Multiple Myeloma
Pharmacy Times
JULY 8, 2025
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FDA Approves Dupilumb for Treatment of Bullous Pemphigoid
Pharmacy Times
JUNE 20, 2025
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Secondary Analysis Investigates Spillover Effects of Antibiotic Audit and Feedback
Pharmacy Times
JULY 16, 2025
November 21, 2023. Spillover From an Intervention on Antibiotic Prescribing for Family Physicians. JAMA Network. 2025) doi:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2025.18261 2025.18261 2. Antimicrobial Resistance. World Health Organization. News release. Accessed July 16, 2025.
Pharmacists Help Patients Manage Chronic Pain
Drug Topics
JUNE 8, 2025
adults, 2023. Related Content Measles Outbreak Reaches Over 800 Confirmed Cases in the US Ashley Gallagher June 7th 2025 Article Building trust with patients through fact-based information could help boost vaccination rates to the desirable coverage. Sign up today for our free Drug Topics newsletter. REFERENCES 1. Lucas JW, Sohi I.
Pharmacist-Led Interventions Show Promise in Improving COPD Outcomes
Drug Topics
JULY 17, 2025
They then searched internet databases on November 19, 2023, to quantify the role of pharmacists’ interventions in COPD management. The researchers’ method for doing so consisted of the curation of key research questions: “What impact do pharmacist-led interventions have on health-related outcomes of patients with COPD?”
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