Pfizer Has Launched PfizerForAll, an Online Multipronged Direct-to-Consumer Service
PfizerForAll offers telehealth and prescription services, vaccination scheduling and savings programs, and is partnering with recognized companies such as InstaCart.
Lilly Makes Tirzepatide Single-Dose Vials Available as Self-Pay Option at 50% Discount
Vials of tirzepatide 2.5 mg and 5 mg will be available with a prescription for the labeled drug through LillyDirect after completing a multistep verification process, the company said.
FDA Clears Tubeless Automated Insulin-Delivery System for Adults with Type 2 Diabetes
The Omnipod 5 is now the first automated insulin delivery system available for both T1D and T2D in the US.
Suicide Rates in US Preteens: Daily Dose
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Semaglutide & Suicide: Large Analysis from WHO Data Builds on Previous Research Linking the Two
Results of a global analysis of over 30 million cases showed significantly higher odds for suicidal ideation among adults who received semaglutide vs other medications.
US Dementia-Related Mortality Rising with Greatest Impact Among Black Adults, Women, and in Nonurban Areas
The increase in the adult population with and at risk for dementia portends future burden among groups and communities with the fewest resources to cope.
Plant-Based Fats Reduce Risk for Overall, CVD Death: Daily Dose
CPAP Therapy May Reduce Hypertensive Disorders of Pregnancy by More than 30%: Meta-Analysis
Obstructive sleep apnea during pregnancy increases risk for gestational hypertension and preeclampsia; CPAP therapy may lower risk significantly.
Mpox Outbreak: 5 Things to Know if Patients Ask
Now that the WHO has declared a second mpox global emergency, you may want to brush up on knowledge of the disease and the 2024 outbreak.
Tirzepatide Tied to Lower Risk for Death, Adverse CV and Kidney Outcomes vs GLP-1s: Daily Dose
Combination Statin Plus Ezetimibe More Effective than High-Dose Statin to Reduce LDL-C in People with ASCVD
In secondary CVD prevention, low/moderate-dose statins plus ezetimibe were superior to high-dose statin for reducing biomarkers, myalgias but did not reduce MACE.
Obesity in the Time of COVID: Expert Insights on the Physical, Emotional Toll on Patients
Patients with obesity face both physical and emotional challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic. How can PCPs help?
FDA Grants Approval, EUA for Updated mRNA COVID-19 Vaccines
The updated COVID-19 vaccines will include a monovalent component corresponding to KP.2, a strain of the Omicron variant of SARS-CoV-2.
Bayer: Phase 2 Trial of Investigational Soluble Guanylate Cyclase Activator for Chronic Kidney Disease Begins
The sGC activator represents a novel approach to modulating the nitric oxide-soluble sGC-cyclic guanosine monophosphate pathway.
8 Questions on Updates to the 2024 ACIP Adult Immunization Schedule
Do you know the ACIP-preferred influenza vaccine for adults aged ≥65 yrs? The cut-off age for HPV vaccination? The time between the 2-dose mpox series? More, here.
Alternative Lung Cancer Screening Criteria Expand Eligible Population vs USPSTF Guidance
Simple criteria for lung cancer screening identified more people who would highly benefit, including more from racial/ethnic minority groups.
Effectiveness of Anti-Obesity Drugs for CVD Prevention: A Clinician Discussion
Anila Chadha, MD, talks to Patient Care about how antiobesity medications can aid in reducing CVD risk in patients with obesity.
PCP Visits After Cancer Surgery May Lower Mortality Risk in Older Adults: Daily Dose
Aspirin Use for Colorectal Cancer Prevention May Benefit Unhealthy Individuals Most
Regular aspirin use was associated with a greater absolute reduction in CRC incidence among adults with unhealthier lifestyles, according to recent research.
FDA Approves Neffy as First Nasal Spray for Allergic Reactions: Daily Dose
