Influenza Update – An Immunization CE Program
This issue provides key information on influenza vaccines and antiviral medications for the 2018-2019 flu season, including precautions, side effects, and use in special populations. Influenza (commonly referred to as “the flu”) is a contagious viral...
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I’ve heard about new blood thinning medications I could take instead of Coumadin® (warfarin). Should I change my treatment?
There are 5 newer blood thinning medications on the market for the treatment and/or prevention of blood clots, and for the prevention of stroke in patients with atrial fibrillation (A-fib). They are known as DOACs. In general, DOACs work as well or better...
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HPV Vaccine Age-Range Expanded
[HPV] 9-valent vaccine), which protects against 9 HPV strains, is most effective when administered before sexual activity begins; it is a recommended vaccine for 9 through 26 year olds. The FDA recently approved expanding the age range to women and men 27...
read moreNew Data Show Growing Complexity of Drug Overdose Deaths in America
In-depth analysis confirms sharp increases, geographic spread of synthetic opioid-related deaths Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Press Release For Immediate Release: Friday, December 21, 2018 Contact: Media Relations (404) 639-3286 U.S. overdose...
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Heartburn: Appropriate Use of OTC Medications
Heartburn is a burning sensation in the chest that may radiate toward the neck, throat, and occasionally, the back. It most often results from the reflux of gastric contents into the esophagus. Heartburn is among the most common gastrointestinal...
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I’m afraid of becoming addicted to opioid medication. What do you think?
Many people fear that taking opioids will lead toaddiction. This fear often leads to not taking the medicationor not taking the right amount, which can causeneedless suffering. Addiction, which involves a powerfulcraving for – or psychological need for – a...
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New Genetic Test Identifies Types of Drug Metabolism
The FDA has approved a directto- consumer test that assesses genetic variations that may affect a person’s ability to metabolize certain drugs. The manufacturer, 23andMe, has reported that the test can detect 33 variants for multiple genes, which may...
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Direct-Acting Oral Anticoagulants
This issue will review the evidence supporting DOACs and their place in therapy for: 1) atrial fibrillation (AF); 2) the acute treatment and long-term secondary prevention of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE); and 3) DVT and PE...
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A Biologic for Migraine Prevention
Migraines affect 10% of the population - with women affected 3 times more than men. A first in class biologic, erenumab (Aimovig®), has been approved for migraine prevention. Erenumab is a monoclonal antibiody that binds to and blocks calcitonin...
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What are SGLT2 inhibitors? I have never heard of them before and I have a prescription for one
Sodium glucose co-transporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitors are a relatively new class of drugs recommended for people with type 2 diabetes whose blood sugar numbers are too high. The available medications are canagliflozin (Invokana™), dapagliflozin...
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