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Pharmacist Gets Up to 15 Years in Prison for Meningitis Outbreak Deaths

β€” More than 700 people in 20 states were sickened and dozens died, according to the CDC

11 Hrs Ago
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Doc Who Blamed COVID Vax for Patient's Death Could Face Discipline

Medical Board of California also says physician told high-risk patient to avoid boosters

Oct 11, 2024
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Back-to-Back Hurricanes Have Left Medical Disaster in Their Wake

Some thoughts for responders and leadership

Oct 11, 2024
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Marburg Virus' Latest Eruption

A veteran fighter against hemorrhagic fevers shares candid thoughts

Oct 10, 2024
Trump Leads, and His Party Follows, on Vaccine Skepticism

A number of Republican voters now identify as vaccine skeptics

Oct 06, 2024
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Marburg Virus' Latest Eruption

A veteran fighter against hemorrhagic fevers shares candid thoughts

Trump Leads, and His Party Follows, on Vaccine Skepticism

A number of Republican voters now identify as vaccine skeptics

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Overdose Deaths Are Falling but the Mission Is Far From Accomplished

We still don't know what's driving the trend, and numbers remain unacceptably high

Oct 04, 2024
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U.S. School-Entry Vaccination Rates Fall as Exemptions Keep Rising

The rates help explain worrisome creep in cases of vaccine-preventable diseases, says one expert

Oct 03, 2024
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Fake Online Pharmacies Sold Deadly Counterfeit Pills, Prosecutors Say

At least nine people died of narcotics poisoning

Oct 01, 2024
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CDC: Kids Born During the Pandemic Got Fewer Routine Vaccinations

Declines in vaccination may lead to resurgence of preventable diseases, agency warns

Sep 27, 2024
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Opinion
Vaccine Hesitancy Is on the Rise. So Is Whooping Cough.

Clear and respectful communication is key to preventing outbreaks like this

Sep 27, 2024
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Opinion
How to Help Patients Save on Drug Costs

Even in the face of slow to no policy change, we can still increase access

Sep 26, 2024
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CDC Alerts on Mpox Prevention for Patients Heading to Areas With Clade I Outbreaks

Clinicians should urge vaccination, provide patient education to at-risk travelers

Sep 23, 2024
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Mpox: Lessons From 2022 for Future Preparedness

We must be ready for possible systemic complications

Sep 23, 2024
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Florida's New COVID Booster Guidance Is Straight-Up Misinformation, Experts Say

State's health department advising against most shots

Sep 23, 2024
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Opinion
The Best Prescription for Safety in Pharmacy

Well-being and safety in the profession have come a long way, but the work isn't done yet

Sep 22, 2024
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FTC Sues Top Pharmacy Benefit Managers Over Insulin Prices

The three companies process about 80% of prescriptions in the U.S.

Sep 20, 2024
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FDA OKs First Flu Vaccine for At-Home Use

FluMist nasal spray can now be used without the help of a healthcare provider

Sep 20, 2024
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Opinion
Is Wegovy Shrinking Bariatric Surgery, Too?

GLP-1 drugs have the potential to reduce healthcare costs in unexpected ways

Sep 19, 2024
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Flu Shots Appear Safe in Successive Pregnancies

No increased perinatal risks found with flu vaccines, even in closely spaced pregnancies

Sep 19, 2024
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