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Q&A: Pharmacist Highlights Challenges in Vaccine Information Navigation Amid Changing Recommendations

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Drug Topics: What will be the likely impacts of this change that pharmacists will need to communicate with their patients?

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Gaps Remain in MOUD Access Across Opioid Treatment Programs

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Importance of Communication in Buprenorphine Initiation | APhA 2025. Related Content CDC Report Finds No Connection Between Thimerosal and Autism Ashley Gallagher June 25th 2025 Article Thimerosal is a mercury-containing compound that has been widely used as a preservative in some biological and drug products since the 1930s.

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Independent Pharmacists’ Unique Role During Disaster Management Efforts

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Aside from properly preparing medications during a disaster, Phillips mentioned the importance of establishing communication with patients. There definitely can be a lot of communication barriers throughout disaster preparedness, but again, in this day and age, there are a lot more routes of communication that occur during those times.

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Progress in Dermatology Paves the Way for Vaccine Development

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Importance of Skin-Gut Axis Communication in Homeostasis Brian Nowosielski June 18th 2025 Article The review explored the “emerging” term gut-skin axis and aimed to decipher the bidirectional signaling of the skin and gastrointestinal tract during homeostatic and disease states.

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ACIP Panel Removal Sparks Concerns, Pharmacists Warn of More Vaccine Distrust

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They stress that rebuilding trust is challenging and requires careful, empathetic communication. Experts discuss the recent dismissal of all 17 members of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), a panel that provides guidance to the CDC on vaccine recommendations.

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Gut Microbiome Composition Could Be Linked With Risk of Cognitive Impairment

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In a session at the Pharmacy Quality Alliance Annual Meeting 2025, presenters stated that approximately 68% of patients have at least 1 unmet SDOH. They recommended approaching SDOH conversations with empathy, an understanding of community resources, and open communication with the health care team. Drug Topics. May 30, 2025.

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Q&A: Expert Highlights Importance of Trusted Sources for Vaccine Information

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Further, she underscored the need for continued patient education, transparent communication, and a commitment to evidence-based medical guidance in an increasingly complex health care environment. Health care professionals emphasize patient education and reliable information in the evolving vaccine recommendation landscape.

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