Drug Topics

JULY 9, 2025

But in 2024, that number fell to just 2.8%.” Specifically focused on coping mechanisms, work environment, pharmacist advice to students, and their influence on student career paths, researchers distributed a 22-question survey to pharmacy students in Pennsylvania during the spring 2024 semester. December 3, 2024. References 1.

Health and Personal Care Stores

Drug Topics

JULY 16, 2025

1 READ MORE: HIV Resource Center Ready to impress your pharmacy colleagues with the latest drug information, industry trends, and patient care tips? Stay ahead of the curve with the Drug Topics newsletter and get the latest drug information, industry trends, and patient care tips. REFERENCES 1. Subscribe Now!

Specialty Pharmacies

Drug Topics

JUNE 30, 2025

They found that community pharmacists are key members of collaborative care models and can effectively lead buprenorphine initiation and ongoing patient care, expand access to treatment, and provide additional counseling for nonpharmacological treatment. Sign up today for our free Drug Topics newsletter. REFERENCES 1.

Compounding

Drug Topics

JUNE 6, 2025

Ready to impress your pharmacy colleagues with the latest drug information, industry trends, and patient care tips? Updated October 11, 2024. Updated October 11, 2024. Updated July 15, 2024. May 15, 2024. Sign up today for our free Drug Topics newsletter. REFERENCES 1. Yellow Book. 2026 Edition.

Vaccines

Drug Topics

JULY 21, 2025

Their proximity to communities across the world were specifically highlighted during the COVID-19 pandemic, where pharmacists took on roles for testing, preventing, and managing the SARS-CoV-2 virus among patients. Embracing pharmacists' roles in health-care delivery. 2024 Sep 24;46:101088. August 9, 2024.

Specialty Pharmacies

Drug Topics

JUNE 11, 2025

From 1980 to 2024, the National Centers for Environmental Information reported 403 confirmed natural disaster events impacting weather or climate, totaling economic losses over $1 billion. One of the most recent natural disasters was the late-2024 and early-2025 Los Angeles wildfires.

Health and Personal Care Stores

Drug Topics

JULY 21, 2025

Therefore, by working with available PCPs, pharmacists can act as extenders to provide high-quality care for at risk individuals between their other clinician appointments." May 15, 2024. Pharmacist-Managed Diabetes Programs: Improving Treatment Adherence and Patient Outcomes. REFERENCES 1. News release. Biocon Biologics.

FDA

Drug Topics

JUNE 9, 2025

READ MORE: Cardiology Resource Center Ready to impress your pharmacy colleagues with the latest drug information, industry trends, and patient care tips? 2024 Dec 10;84(24):2393-2403. Epub 2024 Aug 31. 2024 Oct 19;404(10462):1536-1546. Sign up today for our free Drug Topics newsletter. References 1.

FDA

Drug Topics

JUNE 19, 2025

Both 10 patients in each group experienced other AEs, which included sensorineural hearing loss, elevated liver enzymes, and upper respiratory infection for the treatment group, and elevated liver enzymes, upper respiratory infection, depression, and skin rash for the nontreatment group. Sign up today for our free Drug Topics newsletter.

FDA

Drug Topics

JUNE 18, 2025

1 "We're not only lowering the cost of medications, we're also connecting members to real, human care: specialists in obesity and diabetes, clinical pharmacists, and ongoing nutritional support with registered dietitians—all from the comfort of home." March 21, 2024. May 10, 2024. REFERENCES 1. June 18, 2025.

Compounding

Drug Topics

JULY 2, 2025

Don’t get left behind: Sign up today for our free Drug Topics newsletter and get the latest drug information, industry trends, and patient care tips delivered straight to your inbox. 2024 Nov 15:dgae778. Read more from our coverage of the ADA’s 85th Scientific Sessions. References 1. Tillman J, Beck RW, Polonsky WH, et al.

Patient Care

Drug Topics

JULY 14, 2025

. | image credit: Богдан Стеблянко / stock.adobe.com Drug Topics caught up with Kleinrock to get his perspectives on the report and understand what these drug use trends mean for pharmacists and their patients. There [were] up to 48 novel drugs launched in the US in 2024; 31 of them were orphan drugs. But we also see rare disease.

Immunization

Drug Topics

JULY 10, 2025

PwC’s 2024 Voice of the Customer report found that 80% of consumers are willing to pay more for sustainably produced or sourced goods, despite overall rising costs. sustainability premium, even as cost-of-living and inflationary concerns weigh: PwC 2024 Voice of the Consumer Survey. Consumers willing to pay 9.7% Subscribe Now!

Health and Personal Care Stores

DiversifyRx

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Pharmacy Team development is a critical pillar for independent pharmacy owners aiming to enhance operational efficiency, boost employee satisfaction, and improve patient care. Implementing this process can lead to better-prepared staff, reduced turnover, and improved patient care.

Independent Pharmacies

Drug Topics

JULY 2, 2025

Stay ahead of the curve: Sign up for our free Drug Topics newsletter and get the latest drug information, industry trends, and patient care tips, straight to your inbox. April 4, 2024. Read more from our coverage of the ADA’s 85th Scientific Sessions. Pharmacy practice is always changing. References 1. Accessed July 1, 2025.

Compounding

Drug Topics

JULY 22, 2025

Patients included in the review also had higher total cholesterol levels, lower high-density lipoprotein cholesterol levels, high triglyceride levels, high systolic and diastolic blood pressure, and high glycated hemoglobin levels. The GLP-1 prescriptions among this patient population increased from 12.3% in 2019 to 60.9% REFERENCES 1.

Specialty Pharmacies

DiversifyRx

JANUARY 30, 2025

In 2024, the focus shifted to expanding services like functional medicine, weight loss programs, and premium supplements. These cash-based services not only improve patient outcomes but also help pharmacies diversify revenue streams and reduce dependence on shrinking reimbursements.

Independent Pharmacies

Drug Topics

JUNE 18, 2025

As for the second clique, both groups had a significant association, but it was slightly stronger for patients who were food secure. READ MORE: Digestive Health Resource Center Ready to impress your pharmacy colleagues with the latest drug information, industry trends, and patient care tips? Published 2024 Nov 25.

Communication

PharmD Live

JANUARY 8, 2025

By leveraging solutions like PharmD Live, providers can navigate these challenges effectively, safeguard revenue and improve patient care. Reporting Deadline: Data for the 2024 performance year must be submitted by March 31, 2025, to avoid penalties and secure incentives.

Patient Care

Hospital Pharmacy Europe

MARCH 18, 2025

By integrating pharmacists more closely into cardiology services, we can optimise treatment pathways, improve efficiency and ensure patients receive the best possible care at every stage of their journey. We are excited to see the continued success of this role and the positive impact it will have on patient care in the years to come.

Hospitals

Drug Topics

AUGUST 11, 2025

“Such potential confounding underscores the need for further research to better isolate the causal effects of semaglutide on both clinical outcomes and health care costs in clinical settings." Changes in Cardiovascular Risk Factors and Health Care Expenditures Among Patients Prescribed Semaglutide.  July 2, 2024.

Specialty Pharmacies

Hospital Pharmacy Europe

MARCH 11, 2025

Collaborative research efforts not only improve patient care but also help position pharmacy departments as key contributors to clinical innovation and service development. Having a research-active pharmacist in the pharmacy department certainly raises the departments profile but, more importantly, improves patient care, he says.

Hospitals

Pharmaceutical Technology

JUNE 26, 2025

Indeed, in 2024, the Nobel Prize in Chemistry was awarded to the DeepMind team for their work on AlphaFold [ii] , an AI system that accurately predicts protein structures. link] [iv] [link] [v] [link] [vi] GlobalData: Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare, September 2024 [vii] QuantumPharm Inc 2024, prospectus. Front Genet.

Compounding

Drug Topics

JULY 29, 2025

1 The 2024-2025 updated COVID-19 vaccine containing the Omicron JN.1 Image Credit: Jesse B/peopleimages.com - stock.adobe.com In the study, eligible patients from Denmark who previously had 3 or more COVID-19 doses received the 2024-2025 JN.1 The study took place from May 1, 2024, to March 31, 2025. 1 booster vaccination.

Vaccines

Drug Topics

JULY 18, 2025

4 READ MORE: Immunization Resource Center Ready to impress your pharmacy colleagues with the latest drug information, industry trends, and patient care tips? April 12, 2024. Stay ahead of the curve with the Drug Topics newsletter and get the latest drug information, industry trends, and patient care tips.

Vaccines

Drug Topics

JULY 17, 2025

“The term ‘pharmacist-led care’ or ‘pharmacist-led interventions’ refers to health care services where pharmacists play a leading or central role in patient care,” they continued. 1 “These concepts cover a wide range of activities involving pharmacists directly in clinical patient care across various settings.”

Specialty Pharmacies

Pharmacy Times

JUNE 24, 2025

Beyond that, it’s about sharing clinical experiences—learning how others approach patient care, maybe doing things a little differently or more effectively. Updated April 2, 2024. It’s incredibly impactful to be in a room full of amazing pharmacists from across the country, reviewing late-breaking ASCO data.

Compounding Pharmacies

Hospital Pharmacy Europe

APRIL 24, 2025

The four-year project, which concluded in October 2024, created a multidisciplinary network of relevant stakeholders that worked collaboratively towards economically viable implementation of medication adherence enhancing technologies across different European healthcare systems. 7 March 2024 [Accessed April 2025].

Nursing Homes

Pharmacy Times

JUNE 23, 2025

By meticulously reviewing medication regimens, reconciling discrepancies, and providing comprehensive education to patients and caregivers, they significantly reduce the likelihood of medication errors and adverse drug events during these vulnerable periods. Updated September 10, 2024. 2 REFERENCES 1. 2 REFERENCES 1.

Hospitals

Hospital Pharmacy Europe

MAY 1, 2025

As Nicola Jarvie, a 2024 fellow and prescribing advisor pharmacist at NHS Lanarkshire, observes, its hard to get this level of support and leadership development in any typical job its fantastic. Dr Zlotos highlights the advantages for the fellows, profession and healthcare environment arising from such an approach.

Patient Care

PQA

MARCH 12, 2025

Then, in August 2024, PQA released the Advancing Medication Therapy Management Quality Measurement report informed by public comments solicited from PQA members and MTM stakeholders. In 2023, PQA launched a multiphase national MTM initiative to address stakeholder needs and advance MTM quality measurement.

Documentation

Drug Topics

JUNE 8, 2025

Ready to impress your pharmacy colleagues with the latest drug information, industry trends, and patient care tips? 2024;(518):CS355235. Sign up today for our free Drug Topics newsletter. REFERENCES 1. Lucas JW, Sohi I. Chronic pain and high-impact chronic pain in U.S. adults, 2023. NCHS Data Brief. doi:10.15620/cdc/169630 2.

Independent Pharmacies

Drug Topics

JUNE 23, 2025

With rising drug costs, evolving health care regulations, and challenging reimbursement models, pharmacies must adopt strategic approaches to maintain financial health and continue providing patient care.

Patient Care

Drug Topics

JUNE 19, 2025

READ MORE: Diabetes Resource Center Ready to impress your pharmacy colleagues with the latest drug information, industry trends, and patient care tips? Updated November 21, 2024. 4 “This is opening exciting new treatment opportunities for youth with type one diabetes,” Mahmud said. REFERENCES 1. News release.

Compounding

Pharmacy Times

JUNE 27, 2025

Pharmacists stand at the forefront of patient care, making them indispensable in dispelling misinformation that can sometimes surround biosimilars. Their accessibility and expertise perfectly position them to engage in direct conversations with patients, addressing safety, efficacy, and interchangeability concerns. REFERENCES 1.

Compounding Pharmacies

PQA

APRIL 25, 2025

As the 2024-2025 Student National Pharmaceutical Association (SNPhA) Region III Facilitator, she oversaw 25 pharmacy school chapters, launching initiatives to promote collaboration and professional development. She earned her bachelor's degree in biochemistry from Alcorn State University.

Specialty Pharmacies

Drug Topics

JULY 24, 2025

In the report, investigators noted that 94% of all influenza vaccines in the US and 98% of the VFC vaccines were thimerosal free in the 2024-2025 season. READ MORE: Immunization Resource Center Ready to impress your pharmacy colleagues with the latest drug information, industry trends, and patient care tips? REFERENCES 1.

Specialty Pharmacies