During National Immunization Awareness Month, Drug Topics is highlighting the important role pharmacists play in educating and vaccinating patients.

Experts call for the review of diphenhydramine and possibly replacing it with second-generation antihistamines that have similar efficacy with fewer adverse events.

Researchers in Kenya explored the vaccination behaviors among individuals with various socioeconomic or educational statuses.

Study reveals that women with low preconception blood sugar face higher risks of adverse pregnancy outcomes, emphasizing the need for screening and education.

In a study, investigators say that a patient’s financial health should be considered when starting treatment for type 2 diabetes.

Pharmacists play an essential role in helping to identify patients at risk for inappropriate prescribing.

Among pediatric patients in Colombia, researchers explored the prevalence of bacterial acute otitis media caused by streptococcus pneumoniae.

JD Power released its 2025 US Pharmacy Study detailing customer satisfaction with brick-and-mortar, mail-order, supermarket, and mass-market retail pharmacies.

Researchers explore factors influencing pharmacists' willingness to provide medication takeback services, highlighting the need for improved disposal practices and education.

Community pharmacists embrace mental health interventions to combat depression and anxiety in long-term condition patients, enhancing overall care and accessibility.

The 2024-2025 updated COVID-19 vaccine containing the Omicron JN.1 lineage did not increase the risk of 29 adverse events of special interest.

Among patients with cirrhosis receiving diuretic therapy, researchers explore the association between SGLT-2 inhibitors and the risk of serious liver outcomes.

Michael Murphy, PharmD, MBA, joined Drug Topics to present his ideas for correcting the growing issue of pharmacy deserts and unprecedented closures across the country.

Kristen Jones, PharmD, discusses leadership strategies in pharmacy management that prioritize emotional intelligence and communication for enhanced team performance and patient care.

Pharmacy professionals evolve into strategic leaders, mastering emotional intelligence and management skills to navigate complex workplace dynamics and enhance patient care.

The pharmacy profession is being reshaped by new roles, shifting expectations, and increasing pressure on workplace conditions.

Senators Warner and Thune reintroduced the ECAPS legislation improving both seniors’ access to care and pharmacists’ ability to get reimbursed for clinical services.

Researchers explored how the GLP-1 medications semaglutide and tirzepatide impact incidence rates in a variety of health-related outcomes.

A study found that the MyMenoplan website significantly improved users’ menopause knowledge, treatment awareness, and decision-making confidence.

Secretary of US Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr also approved all recommendations issued from the April ACIP meeting.

LEO Pharma’s topical medication was shown to be safe and effective in adult patients with moderate-to-severe hand eczema.

The risk of untreated depression for pregnant women can cause adverse outcomes, which can include relapse in mood symptoms, suicide, and overdose death.

Women with premature ovarian insufficiency experience a high prevalence of depressive symptoms, highlighting the need for comprehensive, multidisciplinary care.

Amid uncertainty about the best factors for measuring and defining pharmacy deserts, researchers explored the impacts of drive time and inequities in pharmacy access.

Pharmacists can improve insulin safety and adherence by combining in-person counseling with practical tools, regular check-ins, and proactive education.