MEDICATION MONITORING

CDC launches new antibiotic tracking system

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recently launched a new antibiotic tracking system, allowing hospitals to monitor their antibiotic use electronically. » More

MEDICATION SAFETY

ISMP cautions about new acetaminophen labeling for infants

Liquid acetaminophen for infants is being shipped to hospitals and drug stores in new concentrations, even though manufacturers may not be providing notice about the concentration change, according to the Institute for Safe Medication Practices. » More

Resource Center: Oral Anticoagulation in Atrial Fibrillation

Atrial fibrillation afflicts more than 2.3 million persons in the United States and is expected to increase 2.5-fold by 2050. To find risk stratifying tools and articles on emerging oral anticoagulant therapies, click here.

CONTINUING EDUCATION

Pre-diabetes and type 2 diabetes management

With 25.8 million Americans diagnosed with diabetes and an estimated 79 million more pre-diabetic, every pharmacist must be able to counsel patients and monitor progression. Earn up to 2 CPE credits. » Click here to login and take the exams.

CLINICAL NEWS

AHA, ACC release updated guidelines on secondary prevention of atherosclerotic vascular disease

The American Heart Association and American College of Cardiology Foundation have issued new guidelines for secondary prevention and risk reduction in patients with atherosclerotic vascular disease. » More

Number of patients taking dabigatran declines after first 4 months, study finds

Patients using the relatively new blood thinner dabigatran (Pradaxa, Boehringer Ingelheim) failed to remain on the treatment 17% of the time after the first 4 months, increasing their risk of stroke, according to a new study. » More

Cancer drugs are in short supply in United States

Some essential chemotherapy drugs are in short supply for the first time in the United States, according to the November 3 New England Journal of Medicine. » More

ASSOCIATION NEWS

Carville, Matlin to be keynote speakers at ASHP Midyear Clinical Meeting

Political mavens James Carville and Marlee Matlin will be the keynote speakers at this year’s American Society of Health Systems Pharmacists’ Midyear Clinical Meeting. » More

FDA ACTIONS

FDA mandates enhanced safety check on TNF blockers

FDA is requiring that manufacturers of tumor necrosis factor blockers perform enhanced safety surveillance in children, teenagers, and young adults, the agency said on November 3 in an ongoing safety review of this class of biologic products. » More

CENTERS FOR MEDICARE AND MEDICAID SERVICES

Obama nominates new Medicare chief, Berwick steps down

A senior U.S. official who helped lead President Barack Obama's healthcare overhaul will step down from the helm of the Medicare program after Republicans blocked his Senate confirmation for the job. » More

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