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FDA pulls approval of COVID-19 antibody treatment due to inefficacy against variants

Pharmafile

The antibody treatment was previously used as an additional layer of protection against the virus for those with compromised immune systems, such as those undergoing chemotherapy, or organ-transplant patients. read more

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How pharmacists can counsel patients on a bad reaction to a new medication

The Checkup by Singlecare

Due to a lack of recognition and a paucity of communication between patients and healthcare providers, millions of reactions may go unreported every year. Meaning, they may be caused by the immune system or other factors. . Immunologic reactions are reactions that involve a response by the immune system to a drug. Chemotherapy

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Hospital Universitario and Josep Carreras develop cell therapy for leukaemia

Pharmaceutical Technology

It could be used for T-Cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia (T-ALL) treatment in patients for whom bone marrow transplantation and chemotherapy failed to work. CAR-T therapies are based on the patient’s immune cell modification and can express artificial chimeric receptors that can identify and remove tumour cells.

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5 Ways to Better Counsel Patients with Cancer at Your Pharmacy

Digital Pharmacist

Pharmacists can help in improving patients’ pain management understanding by assisting in mitigating the adverse effects of pain medications and by communicating efficiently with providers. Vaccinations can be given before, during, and after chemotherapy. Before chemotherapy, all indicated vaccines should be given to the patient.

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What Happens When You Start Taking Probiotics?

BuzzRx

Taking a probiotic supplement can help maintain gut health and enhance immune function. Do probiotics affect the immune system? Probiotics play an important role in boosting immune function. Eating a balanced diet with lots of fiber can help with healthy weight management, regular bowel movements, and a strong immune response.

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Enhancing collaboration to optimise medication therapy in older adults with cancer: a position paper from SOFOG-SFPO

Hospital Pharmacy Europe

4,5 Polypharmacy – daily use of five or more drugs – is common in these patients and increases the risk of DRPs, which can result in adverse outcomes such as postoperative complications, chemotherapy toxicities and functional decline. 10,11 This can be due to side effects of chemotherapy or the addition of certain supportive care medications.

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Why are my toes numb?

The Checkup by Singlecare

For instance, Guillain-Barré syndrome, an autoimmune condition that occurs when the body’s immune system attacks its own nerves, can cause peripheral neuropathy. Multiple sclerosis is a nervous system disorder that often causes toe numbness.