Drug Topics

MARCH 11, 2025

IQVIA released a report detailing pharmacists authority to administer vaccines in the US as well as adults overall vaccination rates by state.

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Drug Topics

JULY 16, 2024

COVID-19 patients had reduced absolute granulocyte, monocyte, and lymphocyte counts at 10 months post-infection compared to noninfected individuals.

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Immunization 430

Drug Topics

MAY 21, 2024

Research presented at DDW 2024 found there was no significant association between immune response and hepatitis B vaccine types in patients with Hepatitis C.

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Immunization Vaccines 281

Drug Topics

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Patients with rheumatoid arthritis had a higher risk of shingles when treated once a day with 4 mg of baricitinib, 100 mg of peficitinib, or 30 mg of upadacitinib.

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Immunization 502

Drug Topics

JUNE 6, 2025

The Immunization Action Coalition also has a travel vaccine section on its website with many resources. Depending on the pharmacy practice act for your state, you may or may not be able to provide all vaccinations recommended by the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices. The Immunization Action Coalition. REFERENCES 1.

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Drug Topics

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Immune checkpoint inhibitor therapy does not appear to increase complication rates in patients undergoing dermatologic procedures.

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Immunization 247

Drug Topics

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

A new study from Yale School of Medicine and Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai found that patients with long COVID had increased antibodies that help fight different viruses and lower levels of cortisol.

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Immunization 346

Drug Topics

JUNE 20, 2025

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. This abrupt change has raised significant concerns within the health care community about the potential impact on vaccine trust and public health policy.

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Vaccines Immunization Specialty Pharmacies Compounding 247

Drug Topics

JUNE 27, 2023

Immune-checkpoint inhibitors were comparably safe and effective in patients with chronic hepatitis B or occult hepatitis B infection.

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Immunization 247

Drug Topics

DECEMBER 7, 2022

The shingles vaccine appears to confer long-term immunity, according to research.

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Vaccines Immunization 566

Drug Topics

MARCH 27, 2024

mRNA-1283 generated a stronger immune response against both the Omicron BA.4/BA.5 5 and the original virus strains of SARS-CoV-2 compared with Spikevax, Moderna’s licensed COVID-19 vaccine.

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Vaccines Immunization 530

Drug Topics

OCTOBER 31, 2023

The combination vaccine produced robust immune responses from vaccine candidates in a phase 1/2 clinical trial.

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Vaccines Immunization 502

Drug Topics

JANUARY 3, 2025

Researchers explored ideas of simplifying the vaccination process to yield higher rates of adult immunization, similar to that of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Vaccines Immunization 464

Drug Topics

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Vaccine approvals included two immunizations for RSV and a new pentavalent meningococcal shot.

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Vaccines Immunization 491

Drug Topics

MARCH 26, 2024

Posters presented at the APhA 2024 Annual Meeting and Exposition discussed pharmacist barriers in pediatric immunizations, a novel meningococcal vaccine, and the need for inpatient reviews of vaccination history.

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Vaccines Immunization 499

Drug Topics

JUNE 16, 2025

mg and 15 mg vials of tirzepatide starting July 7, with shipments beginning in early August. mg and 15 mg vials of tirzepatide starting July 7, with shipments beginning in early August.

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Compounding Dosage Specialty Pharmacies FDA 463

Drug Topics

AUGUST 30, 2022

This National Immunization Awareness Month, prepare your pharmacy to offer important vaccines.

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Vaccines Immunization 469

Drug Topics

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

James, PharmD, joined Drug Topics to discuss his career journey as a chain pharmacist.

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Immunization 247

PharmaVoice

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

After dropping its neuroscience program earlier this year, the clinical-stage oncology company is doubling down on a candidate targeting the MAPK pathway.

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Immunization 246

Drug Topics

APRIL 1, 2025

Community pharmacies have a clear role in public health, as they manage ongoing services and take on a more significant role as immunizers.

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Community Pharmacies Immunization 432

Drug Topics

APRIL 30, 2024

Recent research on COVID-19 vaccination shows that vaccines help fight variants, led to lower cases among children in California, and that boosters provide longer lasting protection.

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Vaccines Immunization 281

Drug Topics

MARCH 27, 2023

The drug Leniolisib, now with the brand name Joenja, treats APDA, a genetic disorder that impairs the immune system. Its annual list price will be $547,500.

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Immunization FDA 469

Drug Topics

OCTOBER 7, 2023

During a podcast hosted by Permanente Medicine, Sandra Fryhofer, MD, chair-elect of the Board of Trustees for the American Medical Association and a liaison to the CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, discussed the importance of vaccines for the fall and winter seasons.

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Vaccines Immunization 491

Drug Topics

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Vaccines were tested against various strains of the SARS-CoV-2 virus.

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Vaccines Immunization 281

Drug Topics

MAY 30, 2023

Quality of life (QOL) for people living with autoimmune diseases benefits from an integrated approach that considers individual immune system sensitivities and patients’ life circumstances, a new study shows.

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Immunization 462

Drug Topics

APRIL 24, 2024

In response to historically low flu vaccine coverage rates, Kristen Thorson, PharmD, urges pharmacists to think back to their pandemic immunization efforts and “know the power of their recommendation,” to boost public protection from influenza.

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Vaccines Immunization 465

Drug Topics

JUNE 18, 2025

Recognition matters—whether it’s posting their certifications, assigning leadership roles like inventory or immunization coordination, or simply trusting them with responsibilities they already handle. Pharmacists can also advocate for them by acknowledging unfair pay or treatment and being transparent about efforts to improve conditions.

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STAT

JUNE 20, 2025

As former chairs of the CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices ( ACIP ), we are deeply alarmed by the growing politicization of vaccines — a public health innovation that has saved 154 million lives globally. The damage, once done, may not be easily repaired. Read the rest…

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Immunization Vaccines FDA 98

PharmaVoice

JULY 14, 2022

The company’s chief medical officer discusses its lead candidate and how it fits into wider oncology trends.

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Immunization 264

Drug Topics

JUNE 9, 2025

With a specific focus on preconception care, Natalie and David discuss opportunities for management of medications associated with adverse pregnancy outcomes, immunizations, OTC medications, and hormonal contraception, as well as strategies for phrasing recommendations during conversation with patients.

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Community Pharmacies Immunization Specialty Pharmacies Compounding 247

STAT

JULY 10, 2024

But new research asks the question: What if immune cells could be turned back into good guys, and actually help save tissue damaged by autoimmune disease?    Lupus is complicated because it wields the body’s own defenses against itself, generating a continuous immune misfire.   Read the rest…

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Immunization 142

Drug Topics

JUNE 9, 2023

Cytokine signaling pathways in sera from underrepresented minority patients were found to be enriched.

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Immunization 247

PhRMA

APRIL 28, 2025

As the United States confronts a resurgence of measles – a disease that was declared eliminated from the United States in 2000 through immunization – it’s a timely reminder of why vaccines remain one of the most powerful tools for preventing dangerous disease, protecting public health and reducing burden on the health care system. (..)

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Immunization Vaccines 146

Drug Topics

JUNE 6, 2025

Additionally, pharmacists can make sure that patients have updated immunizations, especially for patients who are on immunosuppressive therapy. Disease management—such as medication, surgery, and diet—was prevalent in 32% of videos. They can provide support for adherence, monitor safety, and educate patients.

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FDA Immunization Mayo Clinic Specialty Pharmacies 281

Drug Topics

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Researchers suggest that vaccine champion programs could be a promising avenue to increasing immunization rates.

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Vaccines Immunization 346

Drug Topics

MARCH 5, 2025

Researchers investigated the acceptability of community pharmacy-led influenza vaccination and patients willingness to return for future immunization.

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Community Pharmacies Vaccines Immunization 346

Drug Topics

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Drug Topics sat down with Adam J. James, PharmD, to discuss his journey from chain pharmacist to innovation leader at Rite Aid."

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Immunization 247