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Comparison Of Rebyota Versus Vowst: A Study Table To Help You Compare Fecal Microbiota Therapies

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In this article a comparison of Rebyota versus Vowst is provided, to help learners differentiate these two fecal microbiota therapies. Authored by: Natalie Boyer, Pharm.D. Candidate 2025 Mentored by: Christina G. O’Connor, Pharm.D., PharmD, BCPS, BCIDP, AAHIV-M Disclaimer : This text and table is intended for use as a study tool to assist people learning pharmacotherapy of recurrent Clostridioides difficile infections (rCDI).

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Prescribing Success: Dr. Linda Gutierrez-Miller’s Journey to Impactful Clinical Pharmacy and Inspiring Resilience!

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“How can I make the biggest difference in the lives of others? How can I help the most people?” These questions often cross the minds of students as they navigate the labyrinth of career choices. Dr. Linda Gutierrez-Miller, one such student, embarked on a journey to answer these questions, ultimately choosing a career path that aligns with her goals of making a substantial impact and aiding a diverse range of individuals—clinical pharmacy.

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Senators Call on FTC to Investigate PBM Co-Manufacturing Tactic

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Senators Ron Wyden and Sherrod Brown wrote a letter to the Federal Trade Commission calling to explore yet another PBM tactic impeding competition.

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IVIG Demonstrates Effectiveness in Several Neuroimmune Conditions, Indicating Potential for Long COVID Treatment

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Intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) has proven efficacy in autoimmune neuropathies, with mixed but promising outcomes in severe COVID-19 cases and post-acute sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 infection trials.

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From Diagnosis to Delivery: How AI is Revolutionizing the Patient Experience

Speaker: Simran Kaur, Founder & CEO at Tattva Health Inc.

The healthcare landscape is being revolutionized by AI and cutting-edge digital technologies, reshaping how patients receive care and interact with providers. In this webinar led by Simran Kaur, we will explore how AI-driven solutions are enhancing patient communication, improving care quality, and empowering preventive and predictive medicine. You'll also learn how AI is streamlining healthcare processes, helping providers offer more efficient, personalized care and enabling faster, data-driven

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STAT+: AI in drug discovery is ‘nonsense,’ but call Schrödinger ‘AI’ if you want, says CEO

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Schrödinger CEO Ramy Farid wants you to know that his company isn’t an AI company…but he’ll call it that if you want to. The company, founded in 1990, started out by making software that used the basic laws of physics to laboriously and exactly predict how molecules will interact with each other in space. Those calculations, rooted in the field of computational physics, needed lots of expensive and time-consuming computing power to run, and many people abandoned those t

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Pharmacogenomics: The Up-and-Coming Field of Pharmacy

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What is your first thought when you think of a career in pharmacy? You may think of a clinical pharmacist working in a community pharmacy or a hospital pharmacist working in an in-patient unit. But did you think about pharmacogenomics: the field of pharmacy that studies how someone’s genetics affect their response to a certain drug? Not many people are aware of the field of pharmacogenomics, and how it can optimize patient outcomes.

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Stealing With Our Eyes Open

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How much longer can independent pharmacists survive with the current method of reimbursement?

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Palliative Care Pharmacist Discusses How Building Relationships with Patients Leads to Rewarding Career

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A discussion with Madison Irwin, PharmD, BCPS, clinical pharmacist specialist in palliative care at University of Michigan Health and clinical assistant professor at the University of Michigan College of Pharmacy.

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Government, Industry Leaders Address the Growing Issue of PBM Practices

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Health care professionals, industry leaders, and politicians gathered for a virtual roundtable to discuss the state of the PBM industry.

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Discovering My Path: My Journey as a Pharmacy Student at the University of Findlay

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Hey there, future pharmacists! I’m Shelby, a student pharmacist at the University of Findlay (UF), and I’m here to share my journey with you. If you’re thinking about a career in pharmacy or just curious about what it’s like, you’re in the right place! Falling in Love with Findlay My adventure started the summer before my senior year of high school at Findlay’s Summer Pharmacy Camp.

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Position Your Pharmacy for Expansion

Speaker: Chris Antypas and Josh Halladay

Access to limited distribution drugs and payer contracts are key to pharmacy expansion. But how do you prepare your operations to take the next step? Meaningful data: Collect and share clinical data regarding outcomes, utilization, and more Reporting: Limited distribution models require efficient tracking and reporting systems Workflows: Align workflows with specific pharma and payer contractual requirements For in-depth, expert insights on pharmacy expansion, watch this webinar from Inovalon.

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Pharmacy-Based PrEP Program Can Increase HIV Prevention Services Among MSM

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Individuals living in rural areas can benefit from pharmacy-based pre-exposure prophylaxis programs.

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Slideshow: The 5 Types of Asthma and Their Common Triggers

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While many people may be unaware of the different types of asthma, there are 5 ways individuals can experience the condition, with common triggers that heighten symptoms.

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H5N1 Bird Flu: A Slowly Looming Public Health Threat

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Public health and infectious disease experts offered their perspectives on the 2024 US bird flu outbreak and its potential of becoming a greater public health crisis.

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How Mark Cuban Cost Plus Drug Company Is Approaching Drug Pricing Transparency

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Erin Albert, vice president of pharmacy relations and chief privacy officer at Mark Cuban Cost Plus Drug Company, PBC, discussed drug pricing and what her company is doing to revolutionize transparency.

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What the FDA's New Dosage Guidance Means for the Future of Clinical Research

Speaker: Dr. Ben Locwin - Biopharmaceutical Executive & Healthcare Futurist

What will the future hold for clinical research? A recent draft from the FDA provides valuable insight. In "Optimizing the Dosage of Human Prescription Drugs and Biological Products for the Treatment of Oncologic Diseases," the FDA notes that "targeted therapies demonstrate different dose-response relationships compared to cytotoxic chemotherapy, such that doses below the Maximum Tolerated Dose (MTD) may have similar efficacy to the MTD but with fewer toxicities.

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How Technology Can Reduce Pharmacy Staff Burnout

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Companies like ShiftRx are using technology to help solve the staffing shortage crisis in health care.

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Slideshow: Mental Health Burden of Food Allergy, Nutritional Intervention May Help Children

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Recent research on food allergy highlights the mental health concerns of people living with a food allergy, how nutritional intervention can help children with food allergy, and that peanut introduction can reduce rates of new allergy in high-risk infants.

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What States are Doing to Regulate Pharmacy Benefit Managers

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In a poster presented at the 2024 American Pharmacists Association Annual Meeting and Exposition, researchers assessed state-level regulations for PBMs.

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Chronic Hand Eczema Studies Show Condition is Common, Burdensome

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LEO Pharma presented data from 2 of the largest multinational real-world studies on the prevalence, severity and treatment of chronic hand eczema at the European Society of Contact Dermatitis congress.

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5 Reasons to Upgrade Your Pharmacy Management Software

Are you still using workarounds to manage your daily operations? To achieve peak performance, it's time to explore other options for specialty and infusion pharmacy software. Streamline pharmacy operations and improve clinical performance with automated processing, real-time data exchange, and electronic decision support. Download this helpful infographic to: Drive efficiency and patient adherence from referral receipt to delivery and ongoing care – all with our Pharmacy Cloud.

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Unlocking the Perfect Fit: Your Ultimate Guide to Selecting the Ideal Pharmacy School

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Selecting the ideal pharmacy school involves weighing numerous factors, as no single institution suits everyone. By prioritizing your preferences, you can effectively streamline your list of prospective schools. You may ask yourself, “What are the factors I should consider when choosing a pharmacy school program?” Well, the answer to that will be different for each person.

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Navigating A Unique Journey: Dr. Lindsey Moseley’s Inspiring Path in Pharmacy Education

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A pharmacy education provides diverse opportunities, ranging from patient care and research to education. Truly, no one path looks the same and there is no better example than Dr. Lindsey Moseley who found her passion for teaching and education whilst pursuing her Pharm.D. degree. Facing An Identity Crisis Dr. Lindsey Moseley is the Curricular Coordinator and a faculty member at Auburn University Harrison College of Pharmacy.

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Independent Pharmacies Continue to Face Financial Hardships as the Clock Ticks on PBM Reform

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As pharmacy benefit managers gain leverage to continue driving up drug prices, local pharmacies struggle to keep up and Congress has been called to act—but it might be too late

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PBM Reform Law Aims to Support Local Pharmacies in Pennsylvania

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House Bill (HB) 1993 seeks to increase PBM transparency and accountability in an effort to combat the rising cost of prescription drugs.

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Phase 3 Trial to Evaluate Molnupiravir for Treatment of COVID-19 in High-Risk Adults

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The MOVe-NOW study will assess the investigational oral antiviral using a different formulation than what is currently approved under an emergency use authorization.

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Medication Optimization Needed for Patients with Long COVID

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Investigators said there is an imperative to optimize medication utilization and explore the consequences of medication burden on treatment outcomes in patients with long COVID.

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Two Independent Pharmacies Latest to Sue Major PBMs

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A collection of independent pharmacies was the next in line to file suits against major pharmacy benefit managers for alleged drug price fixing.

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Pharmacy Benefit Managers: The Silent Squeeze on Independent Pharmacies in America

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Industry experts gathered to discuss pharmacy benefit managers, their current grasp on the drug supply chain, and how it all impacts independent pharmacies.

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Vaccination Key to Preventing COVID-19 Hospitalizations Among Children

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A study found that children aged 6 months or younger who are not eligible for vaccination were at the highest risk for hospitalization due to SARS-CoV-2.

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Paxlovid Found Not to Reduce Long COVID Risk

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A new study found that 16.1% of patients treated with nirmatrelvir-ritonavir (Paxlovid) reported long COVID symptoms, compared to 14% of untreated patients.

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The Importance of Reaching Out: Why Talking to Someone Matters

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As the school year begins, students often find themselves juggling a variety of responsibilities—homework, extracurricular activities, social commitments, and more. For those with aspirations in the demanding field of pharmacy, the pressure to excel can sometimes feel overwhelming. During these moments, it’s essential to remember that you don’t have to navigate challenges alone.

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Florida Pharmacist Discusses Medication Preparedness for Hurricanes

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Florida-based pharmacist Brad Phillips, PharmD, BCACP, speaks to the importance of pre-planning, emergency refills, medication storage, and post-storm safety measures to ensure medication security during hurricanes.

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Acupuncture Represents Effective Nonpharmacologic Treatment for Sciatica Pain Management

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Acupuncture, a practice with thousands of years of history, has become increasingly accepted in mainstream medicine.

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Obesity is Common in Individuals with Celiac Disease

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In an abstract presented at Digestive Disease Week 2024, researchers analyzed the prevalence of obesity in patients with and without celiac disease.

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GAO Releases Report on States’ Regulation of PBMs

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Representatives from the US Government Accountability Office (GAO) interviewed regulators from 5 states on pharmacy benefit manager laws.

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