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ADA 2025: Empowering Type 2 Diabetes Patients Through Advanced Glucose Monitoring

Pharmacy Times

Kevin Sayer, CEO of Dexcom, sat down with Pharmacy Times® at the 85th Scientific Sessions of the American Diabetes Association (ADA) in Chicago, Illinois, to discuss how continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) offer patients with type 2 diabetes (T2D) a comprehensive "scoreboard" of their health.

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Expanding Pneumococcal Vaccinations to Healthy Adults Aged 50 to 64 Years Offers Significant Health, Economic Benefits

Pharmacy Times

Prior to October 2024, the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) recommended use of a PCV only for all adults aged 65 years and older, including those aged 19 to 64 years with risk conditions for pneumococcal disease.

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Beyond the Counter: My Journey Through a Transformative IPPE Experience

Flip the Pharmacy

These pharmacies provide patient-centered enhanced services, such as point of care testing (POCT), to improve patient health outcomes. My Prior Experience I have worked as a pharmacy technician and now as a pharmacy intern at a chain pharmacy for the past four years in New Jersey and Florida.

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ADA 2025: Oral Semaglutide Demonstrates Cardiovascular Benefits in SOUL Trial

Pharmacy Times

Experts emphasized oral semaglutide as a promising alternative to injectable GLP-1 receptor agonists for managing diabetes and cardiovascular risk. The trial demonstrated consistent benefits across diverse populations, including those using SGLT2 inhibitors, with a favorable safety profile.

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ADA 2025: Insights into Diabetes, Obesity, and Pharmacist's Role in Advancing Care

Pharmacy Times

In an interview with Pharmacy Times ®, Diana Isaacs, PharmD, BCPS, BC-ADM, BCACP, CDCES, FADCES, FCCP, remote monitoring program coordinator and endocrinology clinical pharmacy specialist at the Cleveland Clinic, shares insights about the upcoming American Diabetes Association 85th Scientific Sessions.

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Study Shows High-Dose Vitamin D Boosts Treatment Response in Breast Cancer

Pharmacy Times

2 Vitamin D Immunity Vitamin D is a crucial hormone that supports bone health by facilitating the absorption of calcium and phosphorus, which is obtained mainly from sunlight exposure and food. Vitamin D is an accessible and inexpensive option compared to other drugs used to improve the response to chemotherapy.”

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OTC Assessments With Recommendations and Counseling Should Be a Billable Encounter

Pharmacy Times

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