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Insights into the Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Surge
03/21/2024
03/21/2024
Pharmacy Learning Network
Quiz
Age of RSV Infection Onset in Children
09/22/2023
At what age do nearly all children in the US become infected with RSV?
At what age do nearly all children in the US become infected with RSV?
At what age do nearly all...
09/22/2023
Pharmacy Learning Network
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Talking Therapeutics
Finding Novel Therapies for COVID-19
01/19/2023
Douglas L. Jennings, PharmD, FACC, FAHA, FCCP, FHFSA, BCPS
In light of new research and the ongoing evolution of the SARS-CoV-2 virus, Dr Jennings reviews efficacy data on 2 non-antiviral drugs for the treatment of patients with COVID-19.
In light of new research and the ongoing evolution of the SARS-CoV-2 virus, Dr Jennings reviews efficacy data on 2 non-antiviral drugs for the treatment of patients with COVID-19.
In light of new research and the...
01/19/2023
Pharmacy Learning Network
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Talking Therapeutics
Losing Options for COVID-19: Monoclonal Antibodies vs Omicron Subvariants
11/23/2022
Douglas L. Jennings, PharmD, FACC, FAHA, FCCP, FHFSA, BCPS
Dr Jennings shares new guidance from the US Food and Drug Administration and National Institutes of Health regarding the efficacy of 2 monoclonal antibodies against the Omicron subvariants BQ.1 and BQ.1.1.
Dr Jennings shares new guidance from the US Food and Drug Administration and National Institutes of Health regarding the efficacy of 2 monoclonal antibodies against the Omicron subvariants BQ.1 and BQ.1.1.
Dr Jennings shares new guidance...
11/23/2022
Pharmacy Learning Network
Videos
Expanded FDA Approval Improves Care Access, Rates of Flu Cases
04/19/2021
Gregg Sylvester, MD, MPH, chief medical officer, and David Ross, vice president, commercial operations for North America, both at Seqirus, discuss the recent FDA approval for Flucelvax Quadrivalent, explain what the expanded indication means...
Gregg Sylvester, MD, MPH, chief medical officer, and David Ross, vice president, commercial operations for North America, both at Seqirus, discuss the recent FDA approval for Flucelvax Quadrivalent, explain what the expanded indication means...
Gregg Sylvester, MD, MPH, chief...
04/19/2021
Pharmacy Learning Network
Interview
New T-Cell Test to Detect COVID-19 Infection Risk and Sheds Light on the Future of Diagnostic Testing in Health Care
04/19/2021
Sudeb Dalai, MD, PhD, senior medical director, Adaptive Biotechnologies, discusses a recent T-cell test that was developed to help detect recent or past COVID-19 infection, explains how the test works, and details what this newly developed...
Sudeb Dalai, MD, PhD, senior medical director, Adaptive Biotechnologies, discusses a recent T-cell test that was developed to help detect recent or past COVID-19 infection, explains how the test works, and details what this newly developed...
Sudeb Dalai, MD, PhD, senior...
04/19/2021
Pharmacy Learning Network
Talking Therapeutics
How to Talk to Patients About the COVID-19 Vaccines
03/03/2021
Douglas L. Jennings, PharmD, FACC, FAHA, FCCP, FHFSA, BCPS
In the first installment, Dr Jennings breaks down the COVID-19 vaccines, and explains how to discuss them with patients.
In the first installment, Dr Jennings breaks down the COVID-19 vaccines, and explains how to discuss them with patients.
In the first installment, Dr...
03/03/2021
Pharmacy Learning Network
News
Countless Homebound Patients Still Wait for COVID-19 Vaccine Despite Priority of Older Adults
02/25/2021
Health organizations have begun sending doctors and nurses to apartment buildings and private homes to vaccinate homebound older adults, but the efforts are slow and spotty.
Health organizations have begun sending doctors and nurses to apartment buildings and private homes to vaccinate homebound older adults, but the efforts are slow and spotty.
Health organizations have begun...
02/25/2021
Pharmacy Learning Network
Interview
Improving Vaccine Delivery, Operations
02/24/2021
Adnan Iqbal, CEO and co-founder, Luma Health, identifies what is lacking in vaccine delivery and operations, and offers tips for health administrators and health systems that are looking to improve their vaccine rollout.
Adnan Iqbal, CEO and co-founder, Luma Health, identifies what is lacking in vaccine delivery and operations, and offers tips for health administrators and health systems that are looking to improve their vaccine rollout.
Adnan Iqbal, CEO and co-founder,...
02/24/2021
Pharmacy Learning Network
Headshot of Michael Ganio, PharmD, senior director, Pharmacy Practice and Quality, on a dark blue background
Podcasts
Reviewing New COVID Vaccine Data and the Effect on Accessibility
02/03/2021
Michael Ganio, PharmD, senior director, Pharmacy Practice and Quality, American Society of Health-System Pharmacists, reviews the recently released data on both the Novavax and Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccines, discusses how these vaccines...
Michael Ganio, PharmD, senior director, Pharmacy Practice and Quality, American Society of Health-System Pharmacists, reviews the recently released data on both the Novavax and Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccines, discusses how these vaccines...
Michael Ganio, PharmD, senior...
02/03/2021
Pharmacy Learning Network
Headshot of Valerie Montgomery Rice, MD, FACOG, president and dean, Morehouse School of Medicine, on a dark blue background
Podcasts
Ad Council Aims to Help Providers Better Understand Questions Expected About COVID-19 Vaccinations
01/21/2021
Valerie Montgomery Rice, MD, FACOG, president and dean, Morehouse School of Medicine, discusses a video series that was recently created by the medical and health community for the medical and health community featuring physicians and nurses,...
Valerie Montgomery Rice, MD, FACOG, president and dean, Morehouse School of Medicine, discusses a video series that was recently created by the medical and health community for the medical and health community featuring physicians and nurses,...
Valerie Montgomery Rice, MD,...
01/21/2021
Pharmacy Learning Network

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How Effective Is the Influenza Vaccine Among Patients With COPD?
01/13/2020
Authors of a new study evaluated the influenza vaccine’s effectiveness against laboratory-confirmed influenza-associated hospitalizations among older adults with COPD.
Authors of a new study evaluated the influenza vaccine’s effectiveness against laboratory-confirmed influenza-associated hospitalizations among older adults with COPD.
Authors of a new study evaluated...
01/13/2020
Pharmacy Learning Network
News
Factors Contributing to Influenza Vaccine Hesitancy Identified
11/25/2019
Amanda Balbi
“Understanding barriers to influenza vaccination can help the development of interventions to reduce influenza vaccine hesitancy, increase vaccination, and reduce influenza burden,” researchers wrote.
“Understanding barriers to influenza vaccination can help the development of interventions to reduce influenza vaccine hesitancy, increase vaccination, and reduce influenza burden,” researchers wrote.
“Understanding barriers to...
11/25/2019
Pharmacy Learning Network
News
Statins Are Underprescribed, Prescribed at Lower Intensities in Patients With HIV
10/28/2019
Amanda Balbi
“This study reveals that [people living with HIV] may be at a substantial disadvantage in terms of receiving correct statin therapy for ASCVD risk reduction,” the researchers concluded.
“This study reveals that [people living with HIV] may be at a substantial disadvantage in terms of receiving correct statin therapy for ASCVD risk reduction,” the researchers concluded.
“This study reveals that [people...
10/28/2019
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News
ATS Releases Guidelines On Diagnosing Fungal Infections
09/11/2019
The American Thoracic Society has released a new clinical practice guideline on laboratory testing for the diagnosis of fungal infections in pulmonary and critical care practice.
The American Thoracic Society has released a new clinical practice guideline on laboratory testing for the diagnosis of fungal infections in pulmonary and critical care practice.
The American Thoracic Society...
09/11/2019
Pharmacy Learning Network
News
Dorzolamide and Timolol Ophthalmic Solution Recalled Due to Defective Containers
08/06/2026
Rebecca Amrick
Dorzolamide and timolol maleate ophthalmic solution is subject to a voluntary Class II recall after the firm received complaints about defective containers.
Dorzolamide and timolol maleate ophthalmic solution is subject to a voluntary Class II recall after the firm received complaints about defective containers.
Dorzolamide and timolol maleate...
08/06/2026
Pharmacy Learning Network
News
Azelaic Acid Gel Recalled Due to CGMP Deviations
08/06/2026
Rebecca Amrick
A voluntary Class II recall has been issued for azelaic acid gel due to Current Good Manufacturing Practice (CGMP) deviations, resulting from the product’s abnormal texture.
A voluntary Class II recall has been issued for azelaic acid gel due to Current Good Manufacturing Practice (CGMP) deviations, resulting from the product’s abnormal texture.
A voluntary Class II recall has...
08/06/2026
Pharmacy Learning Network
News
Mycophenolate Mofetil Recalled Due to the Presence of Precipitate
08/06/2026
Rebecca Amrick
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a Class II recall for mycophenolate mofetil due to the presence of precipitate, affecting 5688 vials.
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a Class II recall for mycophenolate mofetil due to the presence of precipitate, affecting 5688 vials.
The US Food and Drug...
08/06/2026
Pharmacy Learning Network
PharmLaw
Arkansas Suspends Enforcement of Specialty Drug Distribution Law Following Constitutional Challenge
08/05/2026
Hannah Musick
The Arkansas State Board of Pharmacy has suspended enforcement of a law restricting manufacturers' use of limited drug distribution networks after a federal court found the statute likely violates the dormant Commerce Clause, setting up a...
The Arkansas State Board of Pharmacy has suspended enforcement of a law restricting manufacturers' use of limited drug distribution networks after a federal court found the statute likely violates the dormant Commerce Clause, setting up a...
The Arkansas State Board of...
08/05/2026
Pharmacy Learning Network
News
Lidocaine Hydrochloride Injection Recalled Due to the Presence of Particulate Matter
07/30/2026
Rebecca Amrick
A voluntary Class II recall has been issued for over 180 000 vials of lidocaine hydrochloride injections after particulate matter was identified in the product.
A voluntary Class II recall has been issued for over 180 000 vials of lidocaine hydrochloride injections after particulate matter was identified in the product.
A voluntary Class II recall has...
07/30/2026
Pharmacy Learning Network
News
Glycopyrrolate Injection Recalled Due to the Presence of Particulate Matter
07/30/2026
Rebecca Amrick
Glycopyrrolate injections are under a voluntary Class II recall after particulate matter was identified in the product, prompting pharmacies to remove the affected product from inventory and secure alternative supplies.
Glycopyrrolate injections are under a voluntary Class II recall after particulate matter was identified in the product, prompting pharmacies to remove the affected product from inventory and secure alternative supplies.
Glycopyrrolate injections are...
07/30/2026
Pharmacy Learning Network
News
Amlodipine and Olmesartan Medoxomil Tablets Recalled Due to Failed Dissolution Specifications
07/30/2026
Rebecca Amrick
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a Class II recall for amlodipine and olmesartan medoxomil tablets due to failed dissolution specifications.
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a Class II recall for amlodipine and olmesartan medoxomil tablets due to failed dissolution specifications.
The US Food and Drug...
07/30/2026
Pharmacy Learning Network
PharmLaw
EyePoint Pharmaceuticals Agrees to $4.6 Million False Claims Act Settlement
07/29/2026
Grace Taylor, MS, MA
EyePoint Pharmaceuticals has agreed to pay $4.6 million to resolve False Claims Act allegations involving DEXYCU marketing practices, highlighting continued federal scrutiny of pharmaceutical manufacturer programs under the Anti-Kickback...
EyePoint Pharmaceuticals has agreed to pay $4.6 million to resolve False Claims Act allegations involving DEXYCU marketing practices, highlighting continued federal scrutiny of pharmaceutical manufacturer programs under the Anti-Kickback...
EyePoint Pharmaceuticals has...
07/29/2026
Pharmacy Learning Network
News
CareOne Carbamide Peroxide Recalled Due to Subpotent Drug
07/23/2026
Rebecca Amrick
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a Class II recall for CareOne carbamide peroxide due to the drug’s subpotency, affecting 1201 units.
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a Class II recall for CareOne carbamide peroxide due to the drug’s subpotency, affecting 1201 units.
The US Food and Drug...
07/23/2026
Pharmacy Learning Network
News
Cleviprex Recalled Due to Lack of Sterility Assurance
07/23/2026
Rebecca Amrick
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a Class II recall for Cleviprex (clevidipine injectable emulsion) due to a lack of assurance of sterility, affecting 44 280 vials.
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a Class II recall for Cleviprex (clevidipine injectable emulsion) due to a lack of assurance of sterility, affecting 44 280 vials.
The US Food and Drug...
07/23/2026
Pharmacy Learning Network

Insights

Headshot and logo for Talking Therapeutics with Douglas Jennings, PharmD
Talking Therapeutics
Finding Novel Therapies for COVID-19
01/19/2023
Douglas L. Jennings, PharmD, FACC, FAHA, FCCP, FHFSA, BCPS
In light of new research and the ongoing evolution of the SARS-CoV-2 virus, Dr Jennings reviews efficacy data on 2 non-antiviral drugs for the treatment of patients with COVID-19.
In light of new research and the ongoing evolution of the SARS-CoV-2 virus, Dr Jennings reviews efficacy data on 2 non-antiviral drugs for the treatment of patients with COVID-19.
In light of new research and the...
01/19/2023
Pharmacy Learning Network
Headshot and logo for Talking Therapeutics with Douglas Jennings, PharmD
Talking Therapeutics
Losing Options for COVID-19: Monoclonal Antibodies vs Omicron Subvariants
11/23/2022
Douglas L. Jennings, PharmD, FACC, FAHA, FCCP, FHFSA, BCPS
Dr Jennings shares new guidance from the US Food and Drug Administration and National Institutes of Health regarding the efficacy of 2 monoclonal antibodies against the Omicron subvariants BQ.1 and BQ.1.1.
Dr Jennings shares new guidance from the US Food and Drug Administration and National Institutes of Health regarding the efficacy of 2 monoclonal antibodies against the Omicron subvariants BQ.1 and BQ.1.1.
Dr Jennings shares new guidance...
11/23/2022
Pharmacy Learning Network
Videos
Expanded FDA Approval Improves Care Access, Rates of Flu Cases
04/19/2021
Gregg Sylvester, MD, MPH, chief medical officer, and David Ross, vice president, commercial operations for North America, both at Seqirus, discuss the recent FDA approval for Flucelvax Quadrivalent, explain what the expanded indication means...
Gregg Sylvester, MD, MPH, chief medical officer, and David Ross, vice president, commercial operations for North America, both at Seqirus, discuss the recent FDA approval for Flucelvax Quadrivalent, explain what the expanded indication means...
Gregg Sylvester, MD, MPH, chief...
04/19/2021
Pharmacy Learning Network
Interview
New T-Cell Test to Detect COVID-19 Infection Risk and Sheds Light on the Future of Diagnostic Testing in Health Care
04/19/2021
Sudeb Dalai, MD, PhD, senior medical director, Adaptive Biotechnologies, discusses a recent T-cell test that was developed to help detect recent or past COVID-19 infection, explains how the test works, and details what this newly developed...
Sudeb Dalai, MD, PhD, senior medical director, Adaptive Biotechnologies, discusses a recent T-cell test that was developed to help detect recent or past COVID-19 infection, explains how the test works, and details what this newly developed...
Sudeb Dalai, MD, PhD, senior...
04/19/2021
Pharmacy Learning Network
Talking Therapeutics
How to Talk to Patients About the COVID-19 Vaccines
03/03/2021
Douglas L. Jennings, PharmD, FACC, FAHA, FCCP, FHFSA, BCPS
In the first installment, Dr Jennings breaks down the COVID-19 vaccines, and explains how to discuss them with patients.
In the first installment, Dr Jennings breaks down the COVID-19 vaccines, and explains how to discuss them with patients.
In the first installment, Dr...
03/03/2021
Pharmacy Learning Network
Headshot of Michael Ganio, PharmD, senior director, Pharmacy Practice and Quality, on a dark blue background
Podcasts
Reviewing New COVID Vaccine Data and the Effect on Accessibility
02/03/2021
Michael Ganio, PharmD, senior director, Pharmacy Practice and Quality, American Society of Health-System Pharmacists, reviews the recently released data on both the Novavax and Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccines, discusses how these vaccines...
Michael Ganio, PharmD, senior director, Pharmacy Practice and Quality, American Society of Health-System Pharmacists, reviews the recently released data on both the Novavax and Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccines, discusses how these vaccines...
Michael Ganio, PharmD, senior...
02/03/2021
Pharmacy Learning Network
Headshot of Valerie Montgomery Rice, MD, FACOG, president and dean, Morehouse School of Medicine, on a dark blue background
Podcasts
Ad Council Aims to Help Providers Better Understand Questions Expected About COVID-19 Vaccinations
01/21/2021
Valerie Montgomery Rice, MD, FACOG, president and dean, Morehouse School of Medicine, discusses a video series that was recently created by the medical and health community for the medical and health community featuring physicians and nurses,...
Valerie Montgomery Rice, MD, FACOG, president and dean, Morehouse School of Medicine, discusses a video series that was recently created by the medical and health community for the medical and health community featuring physicians and nurses,...
Valerie Montgomery Rice, MD,...
01/21/2021
Pharmacy Learning Network
Commentary
A Message of Hope During These Challenging Times
07/20/2020
“Together we will get through this challenging time in history and emerge stronger, healthier, wiser and hopefully even more grateful each day for the gift of life,” Yvette C Terrie, BS Pharm, RPh, expresses.
“Together we will get through this challenging time in history and emerge stronger, healthier, wiser and hopefully even more grateful each day for the gift of life,” Yvette C Terrie, BS Pharm, RPh, expresses.
“Together we will get through...
07/20/2020
Pharmacy Learning Network

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