News Roundup: June 5 to June 9
Your weekly roundup of the latest news from Drug Topics®.
Exploring the Link Between Skin Self-Examination Performance and Melanoma Literacy
A survey found that only 24.6% of respondents have conducted a skin self-examination in the past 2 months.
Mask Up: How To Protect Your Respiratory System From Wildfire Smoke
Which masks (if any) serve as the best protection against wildfire smoke, and what do experts say about home appliances like air conditioners?
FDA Clears Prostate Cancer Treatment Lynparza
The combination of Lynparza and abiraterone reduced the risk of disease progression or death by 76% vs. abiraterone alone in patients with BRCA-mutated metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer.
Acute Cardiac Events Common During Hospitalization for COVID-19
Patients were more likely to require ICU admission.
The Price of New Cancer Drugs Continues To Rise
The median annual cost for new oncology medicines launched in 2022 was $260,000, up from $63,534 10 years ago, an IQVIA report finds.
Challenges for Pharmacies in 2025: What to Expect and How to Prepare
January 8th 2025Pharmacy professionals are used to overcoming obstacles in this competitive, dynamic field. But the coming year will bring challenges affecting patient care, the industry workforce and their business. Pharmacies must be ready to do more than weather the storm; they need deliberate strategy and sophisticated tools to thrive amidst these obstacles. This white paper will discuss the issues and solutions that should be at the top of every pharmacy professional’s mind as they start the new year.
