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March 2, 2015

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[BLOG]: Time to show and tell about antibiotic stewardship programs

President Obama’s recent proposal to nearly double funding for antibiotic resistance programs to $1.2 billion in the 2016 federal budget confirms that the battle against “superbugs” is indeed moving up the government agenda. Clearly, there is greater awareness of the serious implications of antibiotic resistance for public health. » Details

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Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF)

IPF is the progressive formation of thick or scarred tissue in the lungs, resulting in loss of oxygen. While there is currently no known cause, continued research seeks to find an answer, alongside improved diagnosis and treatment options. Learn More

Resistance to malaria drug increasing

Resistance to the malaria drug artemisinin extends across much of Myanmar in Southeast Asia, according a new study, published online February 19 in The Lancet Infectious Diseases. » More

Continuing Education

New and emerging therapies for the treatment of diabetes

This month and next month pharmacists will be able to learn about the latest developments in diabetes treatment and management. Pharmacists can earn up to 4 hours of CPE credit with two monthly knowledge-based activities from the University of Connecticut School of Pharmacy and Drug Topics.

The goal of this month's activity is to discuss new and emerging medications for the treatment of diabetes.

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FDA clears sale for first direct-to-consumer genetic test

FDA has authorized marketing of Bloom Syndrome carrier test, a direct-to-consumer genetic test from 23andMe.The test is designed to identify healthy individuals who carry a gene that could cause Bloom Syndrome in their offspring. » Read more.

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A new class of biologics in the PCSK9 Inhibitors likely will be approved for treating high cholesterol. How are you preparing?

 

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