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Sequencing of antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) in HER2-mutated breast cancer is crucial for optimizing treatment outcomes.

Authors of a review published in The Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology emphasized that blood eosinophil count and fractional exhaled nitric oxide cannot be relied on.

Hospital compounding is gaining renewed attention amid drug shortages, regulatory changes, and labor challenges, prompting pharmacies to leverage advanced technology for safer, more efficient, and compliant medication preparation.

The recommendations are not considered to be final until they are published in the Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report.

UPMC enhances care for patients with heart failure through integrated pharmacy and cardiology team collaboration.

Undetectable minimal residual disease rates improved with ongoing therapy.

The implementation of hospital-based discharge pharmacy services presents a savvy strategy to improve clinical outcomes for patients while cutting excess spending.

The data showed improvements in overall response rates, progression-free survival, and duration of response.

At 28 to 179 days, COVID-19 infection in patients with preexisting chronic kidney disease (CKD) was associated with an increased risk of composite kidney events.

Iman Ahmed, PharmD, BCOP, shared key insights about how social determinants of health impact treatment access and outcomes for patients with leukemia.

Pharmacy technicians have a pivotal opportunity to advance professionally by proactively demonstrating leadership, offering solutions, and clearly communicating their value to health care leaders.

Zahra Mahmoudjafari, PharmD, BCOP, FHOPA, shared insight from the HOPA Annual Meeting 2025.

The safety profile of diazepam nasal spray among pediatric patients was consistent with older patients, supporting its use in this age group.

Arefa Bacchus, PharmD, shared key insights about the use of POMP therapy in patients with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL).

Monica Sawiris, PharmD, said there were noticeable differences in toxicities between each regimen.

The designation was supported based on data from the randomized, double-blind, active-controlled phase 3 interchangeability study.

Erin Lexner, PharmD, BCPS, discussed her team’s experience transitioning to outpatient BEAM from inpatient CBV.

Shelby Quinn, PharmD, BCOP shares insights about treatment using osimertinib in early lines.

SOC emphasizes adaptability and individual professional judgment without compromising quality, as individuals are held to the standard and expertise of their practice area.

Current treatment strategies are aimed at reducing hematocrit and symptom burden through phlebotomy, aspirin, and cytoreductive agents, while emerging therapies offer promise for better disease control and quality of life.

Imlunestrant is an investigational, brain-penetrating, oral selective degrader of estrogen receptor.

Promoting weight management prior to pregnancy and in early life may yield stronger cardiovascular and maternal health.

Expert provides a comprehensive overview of drug diversion prevention in pharmacy settings.

Pharmacists share key insights about the use of ADCs for treatment of breast cancer.

Pharmacists should educate patients about their treatment regimen and potential adverse effects.

Christine Barrett, PharmD, BCOP, shares insights, challenges, and advice for oncology pharmacists navigating neoadjuvant therapy.

Scott A. Soefje, PharmD, MBA, BCOP, explained how the expanding use of the FDA’s 505(b)(2) drug approval pathway is creating operational and reimbursement challenges for oncology infusion centers.

Jessica Davis, PharmD, BCOP highlights the role of pharmacy technicians in ambulatory oncology clinic settings.

The findings suggest a positive impact of RSV vaccination on RSV-associated hospital admission, emphasizing the importance of protection in this population.

These data provide compelling evidence to revise existing transfusion protocols, recommending 4F-PCC as the preferred treatment for hemostatic management in cardiac surgery.