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GSK’s world-first gonorrhoea vaccine launched in England

Pharmaceutical Technology

Using real-world data to support vaccine outreach and education Buy Reports Newsletters PT News GSK’s world-first gonorrhoea vaccine launched in England The immunisation programme aims to reduce rising gonorrhoea rates and address antibiotic-resistant strains. GSK’s 4CMenB is not a newly approved vaccine.

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How and why pharmacists should get involved in clinical research

Hospital Pharmacy Europe

Professor Nazar adds that when it comes to research into chronic disease management, pharmacist-led studies have been shown to improve medication adherence and reduce hospital readmissions, while public health research involving pharmacists has demonstrated increased vaccination rates and contribution to antimicrobial stewardship.

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Independent Pharmacy Innovation Spotlighted at McKesson ideaShare 2025

Pharmacy Times

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.

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FDA Mandates Major Opioid Label Revisions to Highlight Long-Term Risks

Pharmacy Times

Labels now emphasize the risks of higher doses and caution against abrupt discontinuation in dependent patients to prevent withdrawal and other harms. SHOW MORE The FDA intends to update opioid labels to highlight risks of addiction, overdose, and interactions, enhancing safety in pain management practices.

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New Frontline BTK Inhibitor Strategy Gains FDA Approval in Untreated Mantle Cell Lymphoma

Pharmacy Times

Although no formal contraindications are listed in AstraZeneca’s US labeling, perioperative management may require holding acalabrutinib 3 to 7 days before and after surgery to minimize bleeding risk. Hepatotoxicity and drug-induced liver injury are additional risks that require monitoring.

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Neoadjuvant Nivolumab With Chemotherapy Yields Significant Overall Survival Benefit in Resectable NSCLC

Pharmacy Times

These conclusions were presented as part of an abstract from the open-label, phase 3 CheckMate 816 trial (NCT02998528) at the 2025 American Society of Clinical Oncology Annual Meeting in Chicago, Illinois, and subsequently published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology.

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How is virtual care changing pharmacy?

The Checkup by Singlecare

They are kiosks that contain prescription medications, labeling equipment, and technology that can connect the patient to a remote pharmacist in real time. They can accept new or refill prescription orders, store medications, label and prepare prescriptions, and, at the discretion of a remote pharmacist, dispense prescriptions to patients.