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03/28/2024

Emry Lloyd

Emry Lloyd
Patients with recurrent Clostridioides difficile infection have shown significant results when administered a fecal microbiota transplant. This study evaluated the safety and efficacy of using a fecal microbiota transplant for patients with...
Patients with recurrent Clostridioides difficile infection have shown significant results when administered a fecal microbiota transplant. This study evaluated the safety and efficacy of using a fecal microbiota transplant for patients with...
Patients with recurrent...
03/28/2024
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03/14/2024
Jolynn Tumolo
Switching to two-step algorithm testing for Clostridioides difficile infection correlated with lower rates of treatment, helping to differentiate colonization from active infection, according to a study published in Clinical Microbiology and...
Switching to two-step algorithm testing for Clostridioides difficile infection correlated with lower rates of treatment, helping to differentiate colonization from active infection, according to a study published in Clinical Microbiology and...
Switching to two-step algorithm...
03/14/2024
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11/15/2023

Lisa Kuhns, PhD

Lisa Kuhns, PhD
“C difficile is a major cause of hospital-acquired diarrhea and represents an urgent concern due to the prevalence of antibiotic resistance and the rate of recurrent infections,” wrote Anthony Pannullo, Department of Microbiology and...
“C difficile is a major cause of hospital-acquired diarrhea and represents an urgent concern due to the prevalence of antibiotic resistance and the rate of recurrent infections,” wrote Anthony Pannullo, Department of Microbiology and...
“C difficile is a major cause of...
11/15/2023
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10/23/2023
What is the primary risk factor for Clostridioides difficile infection?
What is the primary risk factor for Clostridioides difficile infection?
What is the primary risk factor...
10/23/2023
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10/23/2023

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Alpesh Amin, MD, MBA , professor and chair, University of California, discusses the results of a recent study, and explains why better treatments to reduce primary C difficile infection and recurrences in older adults can lower the mortality...
Alpesh Amin, MD, MBA , professor and chair, University of California, discusses the results of a recent study, and explains why better treatments to reduce primary C difficile infection and recurrences in older adults can lower the mortality...
Alpesh Amin, MD, MBA , professor...
10/23/2023
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Literature Review
10/23/2023

Danielle Sposato

Danielle Sposato
Not only does SER-109 effectively treat CDI, but results show that it can even reduce recurrence. A major benefit when it comes to associated health care costs for patients.
Not only does SER-109 effectively treat CDI, but results show that it can even reduce recurrence. A major benefit when it comes to associated health care costs for patients.
Not only does SER-109...
10/23/2023
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10/17/2023

Lisa Kuhns, PhD

Lisa Kuhns, PhD
“Clinical treatment and management need to be multifaceted and consider not just pharmaceutical intervention but a holistic approach to the patient’s experience both during and after CDI, acknowledging the potential psychological and social...
“Clinical treatment and management need to be multifaceted and consider not just pharmaceutical intervention but a holistic approach to the patient’s experience both during and after CDI, acknowledging the potential psychological and social...
“Clinical treatment and...
10/17/2023
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10/11/2023
Hannah Musick
This research examines the key factors influencing Clostridioides difficile infection (CDI) prevention practices, highlighting the role of organizational commitment, communication, standardization, and the limitations of role hierarchies...
This research examines the key factors influencing Clostridioides difficile infection (CDI) prevention practices, highlighting the role of organizational commitment, communication, standardization, and the limitations of role hierarchies...
This research examines the key...
10/11/2023
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10/02/2023

Lisa Kuhns, PhD

Lisa Kuhns, PhD
A comprehensive understanding of how to develop and cultivate appropriate faecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) capacity is crucial for both health care providers and policymakers striving to enhance patient care for those with...
A comprehensive understanding of how to develop and cultivate appropriate faecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) capacity is crucial for both health care providers and policymakers striving to enhance patient care for those with...
A comprehensive understanding of...
10/02/2023
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News
09/27/2023
Jolynn Tumolo
A study published in the journal Antibiotics found that less than one-third of the participating nurses knew that using soap and water is the recommended handwashing method to prevent the spread of CDI effectively.
A study published in the journal Antibiotics found that less than one-third of the participating nurses knew that using soap and water is the recommended handwashing method to prevent the spread of CDI effectively.
A study published in the journal...
09/27/2023
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News
09/26/2023
Jolynn Tumolo
“It is unclear why pets appear to only infrequently acquire C difficile from their owners,” researchers wrote. “It may be that the canine gut microbiota is better able to provide colonization resistance against C difficile, even when in an...
“It is unclear why pets appear to only infrequently acquire C difficile from their owners,” researchers wrote. “It may be that the canine gut microbiota is better able to provide colonization resistance against C difficile, even when in an...
“It is unclear why pets appear...
09/26/2023
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03/28/2024

Emry Lloyd

Emry Lloyd
Patients with recurrent Clostridioides difficile infection have shown significant results when administered a fecal microbiota transplant. This study evaluated the safety and efficacy of using a fecal microbiota transplant for patients with...
Patients with recurrent Clostridioides difficile infection have shown significant results when administered a fecal microbiota transplant. This study evaluated the safety and efficacy of using a fecal microbiota transplant for patients with...
Patients with recurrent...
03/28/2024
First Report Managed Care
News
03/14/2024
Jolynn Tumolo
Switching to two-step algorithm testing for Clostridioides difficile infection correlated with lower rates of treatment, helping to differentiate colonization from active infection, according to a study published in Clinical Microbiology and...
Switching to two-step algorithm testing for Clostridioides difficile infection correlated with lower rates of treatment, helping to differentiate colonization from active infection, according to a study published in Clinical Microbiology and...
Switching to two-step algorithm...
03/14/2024
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News
11/15/2023

Lisa Kuhns, PhD

Lisa Kuhns, PhD
“C difficile is a major cause of hospital-acquired diarrhea and represents an urgent concern due to the prevalence of antibiotic resistance and the rate of recurrent infections,” wrote Anthony Pannullo, Department of Microbiology and...
“C difficile is a major cause of hospital-acquired diarrhea and represents an urgent concern due to the prevalence of antibiotic resistance and the rate of recurrent infections,” wrote Anthony Pannullo, Department of Microbiology and...
“C difficile is a major cause of...
11/15/2023
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News
10/17/2023

Lisa Kuhns, PhD

Lisa Kuhns, PhD
“Clinical treatment and management need to be multifaceted and consider not just pharmaceutical intervention but a holistic approach to the patient’s experience both during and after CDI, acknowledging the potential psychological and social...
“Clinical treatment and management need to be multifaceted and consider not just pharmaceutical intervention but a holistic approach to the patient’s experience both during and after CDI, acknowledging the potential psychological and social...
“Clinical treatment and...
10/17/2023
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News
10/11/2023
Hannah Musick
This research examines the key factors influencing Clostridioides difficile infection (CDI) prevention practices, highlighting the role of organizational commitment, communication, standardization, and the limitations of role hierarchies...
This research examines the key factors influencing Clostridioides difficile infection (CDI) prevention practices, highlighting the role of organizational commitment, communication, standardization, and the limitations of role hierarchies...
This research examines the key...
10/11/2023
First Report Managed Care
News
10/02/2023

Lisa Kuhns, PhD

Lisa Kuhns, PhD
A comprehensive understanding of how to develop and cultivate appropriate faecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) capacity is crucial for both health care providers and policymakers striving to enhance patient care for those with...
A comprehensive understanding of how to develop and cultivate appropriate faecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) capacity is crucial for both health care providers and policymakers striving to enhance patient care for those with...
A comprehensive understanding of...
10/02/2023
First Report Managed Care
News
09/27/2023
Jolynn Tumolo
A study published in the journal Antibiotics found that less than one-third of the participating nurses knew that using soap and water is the recommended handwashing method to prevent the spread of CDI effectively.
A study published in the journal Antibiotics found that less than one-third of the participating nurses knew that using soap and water is the recommended handwashing method to prevent the spread of CDI effectively.
A study published in the journal...
09/27/2023
First Report Managed Care
News
09/26/2023
Jolynn Tumolo
“It is unclear why pets appear to only infrequently acquire C difficile from their owners,” researchers wrote. “It may be that the canine gut microbiota is better able to provide colonization resistance against C difficile, even when in an...
“It is unclear why pets appear to only infrequently acquire C difficile from their owners,” researchers wrote. “It may be that the canine gut microbiota is better able to provide colonization resistance against C difficile, even when in an...
“It is unclear why pets appear...
09/26/2023
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News
09/20/2023
Julie Gould
Insights are shared from a case report of a patient with multiple negative tests for Clostridioides difficile infection, despite presenting with severe colitis, highlighting the challenges in diagnosing and treating C difficile infections.
Insights are shared from a case report of a patient with multiple negative tests for Clostridioides difficile infection, despite presenting with severe colitis, highlighting the challenges in diagnosing and treating C difficile infections.
Insights are shared from a case...
09/20/2023
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News
09/15/2023
Jolynn Tumolo
Clostridioides difficile infection (CDI) after surgery is differentially associated with hospital length of stay, costs, readmissions, and mortality across specific procedures in US patients, according to a study published in the journal...
Clostridioides difficile infection (CDI) after surgery is differentially associated with hospital length of stay, costs, readmissions, and mortality across specific procedures in US patients, according to a study published in the journal...
Clostridioides difficile...
09/15/2023
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News
05/16/2024
Jolynn Tumolo
Keratoconus, an eye disorder that leads to gradual curvature of the cornea, may be associated with Demodex infestation, suggests a small study published in the Oman Journal of Ophthalmology.
Keratoconus, an eye disorder that leads to gradual curvature of the cornea, may be associated with Demodex infestation, suggests a small study published in the Oman Journal of Ophthalmology.
Keratoconus, an eye disorder...
05/16/2024
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News
05/14/2024
Hannah Musick
A recent research report reveals that individuals with private health insurance pay 254% more for hospital procedures than Medicare rates, leading to potentially increased costs for millions of Americans.
A recent research report reveals that individuals with private health insurance pay 254% more for hospital procedures than Medicare rates, leading to potentially increased costs for millions of Americans.
A recent research report reveals...
05/14/2024
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News
05/09/2024
Jolynn Tumolo
Purified factor IX (FIX) concentrate was effective in treating and preventing bleeding episodes in real-world pediatric patients 6 years and younger with hemophilia B, according to a study published in the Journal of Blood Medicine.
Purified factor IX (FIX) concentrate was effective in treating and preventing bleeding episodes in real-world pediatric patients 6 years and younger with hemophilia B, according to a study published in the Journal of Blood Medicine.
Purified factor IX (FIX)...
05/09/2024
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05/09/2024
Jolynn Tumolo
Demodex mites were found in the eyelashes of 94% of patients examined with a simple diagnostic technique at a standard ophthalmic practice, according to a study published online in the journal Clinical Ophthalmology.
Demodex mites were found in the eyelashes of 94% of patients examined with a simple diagnostic technique at a standard ophthalmic practice, according to a study published online in the journal Clinical Ophthalmology.
Demodex mites were found in the...
05/09/2024
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News
05/03/2024
Hannah Musick
The FDA's new regulations on laboratory-developed tests have sparked debate over access to innovative tests and patient care in the medical field, with opponents arguing that increased oversight could hinder the development of crucial new...
The FDA's new regulations on laboratory-developed tests have sparked debate over access to innovative tests and patient care in the medical field, with opponents arguing that increased oversight could hinder the development of crucial new...
The FDA's new regulations on...
05/03/2024
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Conference Coverage
05/02/2024
Danielle Sposato
A panel at Asembia 2024 delved into the complexities of value-based contracting in health care, emphasizing the need for collaboration among stakeholders to address key issues and improving access to medicines for patients.
A panel at Asembia 2024 delved into the complexities of value-based contracting in health care, emphasizing the need for collaboration among stakeholders to address key issues and improving access to medicines for patients.
A panel at Asembia 2024 delved...
05/02/2024
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Conference Coverage
05/02/2024
Danielle Sposato
Panelists from various backgrounds discuss the critical role of pharmacists in addressing public health challenges such as HIV/AIDS and advocating for expanded clinical care and reimbursement pathways to improve health outcomes in communities.
Panelists from various backgrounds discuss the critical role of pharmacists in addressing public health challenges such as HIV/AIDS and advocating for expanded clinical care and reimbursement pathways to improve health outcomes in communities.
Panelists from various...
05/02/2024
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Conference Coverage
05/02/2024
Danielle Sposato
The rapid pace of innovation, rising costs of prescription drugs, and the need for transparency to ensure access and affordability in the pharmaceutical industry are discussed in a session at Asembia 2024.
The rapid pace of innovation, rising costs of prescription drugs, and the need for transparency to ensure access and affordability in the pharmaceutical industry are discussed in a session at Asembia 2024.
The rapid pace of innovation,...
05/02/2024
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Conference Coverage
05/01/2024
Danielle Sposato
The specialty pharmacy pipeline was the subject of one of many informative sessions at the annual Asembia Summit this year. Key insights were shared about current drugs in the pipeline according to their drug designations, the phase of each...
The specialty pharmacy pipeline was the subject of one of many informative sessions at the annual Asembia Summit this year. Key insights were shared about current drugs in the pipeline according to their drug designations, the phase of each...
The specialty pharmacy pipeline...
05/01/2024
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Conference Coverage
04/29/2024
Hannah Musick
Explore the latest trends and developments in the specialty pharmaceutical pipeline, including key legal matters, FDA issues, notable approvals, and potential biosimilar savings projected for the next decade as shared in a 2024 AMCP session.
Explore the latest trends and developments in the specialty pharmaceutical pipeline, including key legal matters, FDA issues, notable approvals, and potential biosimilar savings projected for the next decade as shared in a 2024 AMCP session.
Explore the latest trends and...
04/29/2024
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Alpesh Amin, MD, MBA , professor and chair, University of California, discusses the results of a recent study, and explains why better treatments to reduce primary C difficile infection and recurrences in older adults can lower the mortality...
Alpesh Amin, MD, MBA , professor and chair, University of California, discusses the results of a recent study, and explains why better treatments to reduce primary C difficile infection and recurrences in older adults can lower the mortality...
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According to Gil Melmed, MD, gastroenterologist, recurrent CDI is multifactorial, and when estimating the burden of this condition, both direct and indirect costs should be considered.
According to Gil Melmed, MD, gastroenterologist, recurrent CDI is multifactorial, and when estimating the burden of this condition, both direct and indirect costs should be considered.
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Gil Melmed, MD, gastroenterologist, discusses recurrence rates among patients with Clostridioides difficile infection, and breaks down the treatment challenges, high costs, and higher health care utilization this patient population often...
Gil Melmed, MD, gastroenterologist, discusses recurrence rates among patients with Clostridioides difficile infection, and breaks down the treatment challenges, high costs, and higher health care utilization this patient population often...
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In an effort to bring more awareness to Clostridioides difficile, Gil Melmed, MD, gastroenterologist, Cedars Sinai, Los Angeles, breaks down the typical treatment regimen for this patient population, reviews treatment guidelines, and...
In an effort to bring more awareness to Clostridioides difficile, Gil Melmed, MD, gastroenterologist, Cedars Sinai, Los Angeles, breaks down the typical treatment regimen for this patient population, reviews treatment guidelines, and...
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