Contact dermatitis is acute inflammation of the skin as a result of direct contact with allergens or irritants. The symptoms and severity of the condition will vary from patient to patient, and will depend on the extent of exposure to either the allergen or the irritant. Once exposed, the skin may appear red and/or swollen, […]
Medication therapy management (MTM) may help low-risk patients from entering the hospital while ill. A new study reports that medication therapy management does not improve overall hospitalization risk for patients that require more intense care. Other studies have evaluated pharmacy-led management of medication, with results varying. Pharmacists must assess how the service can be most […]
Patients who take multiple medications often find themselves pressed for time and struggling to remember to refill their prescriptions at the right time. Adherence to medication regimens is something that pharmacists and their patients should always address as a cornerstone of patient care.
The frequency at which opioid painkillers are being prescribed in emergency departments has risen dramatically in recent years. The number of emergency visits that are related to pain management has not seen a significant rise, but the number of prescriptions for opioids has risen despite that fact.
A study conducted in the United Kingdom suggests that the vaccine may help to reduce the risk of having a stroke. Previously conducted research suggested that the vaccine’s relationship to a decreased risk of stroke was inconsistent, and researchers sought to improve the evidence that obtaining a flu vaccine would help to lessen chances of […]
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, commonly known as NSAIDs, are regularly prescribed and advised by physicians for the reduction of pain associated with conditions such as arthritis, headache, menstrual cramps, or pulled muscles. Some over-the-counter NSAIDs most people are familiar with include ibuprofen or naproxen, with brand names like Advil, Motrin, and Aleve. However, those in the […]
According to figures from the National Brain Injury Association of America, an estimated 1.7 million Americans incur a traumatic brain injury (TBI) each year, with another 795,000 who sustain an acquired brain injury (ABI) through a non-traumatic incident. Any brain injury can affect brain functioning and the quality of life of the individual dealing with […]
Vitamin C supplements have become popular for seasoned travelers and patients suffering from the common cold alike. Vitamin C (also known as ascorbic acid) is commonly found in energy supplements, multivitamins, and nutritional supplements over the counter. Vitamin C plays an important role in how the human body absorbs iron, forms collagen, and heals wounds […]
