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Today's Headlines
Mepolizumab significantly reduces asthma exacerbations in patients with severe eosinophilic asthma, according to a study published in the August 18 issue of The Lancet. » Full article
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Early administration of intravenous aspirin, in addition to alteplase, does not improve functional outcome at 3 months for patients with acute ischemic stroke, but increases the risk of symptomatic intracranial hemorrhage, according to a study published online August 25 in The Lancet. » Full article
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Retail pharmacies' smoking cessation programs are effective in helping smokers quit, according to a study published in the September issue of The Annals of Pharmacotherapy. » Full article
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International pharmaceutical companies are increasingly out-sourcing clinical trials to countries in Asia, Latin America, and Eastern Europe, in an attempt to save time, money, and resources, according to a new report from GBI Research.
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CONTINUING EDUCATION
As advocates of public health through immunization, pharmacists can build public awareness, identify patient needs, and provide vaccination services.
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EDITOR'S PICK
The FDA Safety and Innovation Act, which President Obama recently signed into law, enables FDA to collect some $6 billion in fees over the next 5 years from pharmaceutical and medical device companies. But, challenges remain. » Full article
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a) Significant growth in pharmacy costs, overcome by more significant reduction in medical costs
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