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A journalist is uncovering the fascinating human stories behind every medication at your local pharmacy. His new podcast explores how drugs like Ambien and Ozempic connect to larger questions about health, society, and modern life.
OpenAI just unveiled GPT-Rosalind, an AI model designed to help scientists discover new medicines faster. The tool could cut years off the typical decade-long journey from lab to pharmacy.
Starting June 1, specially trained pharmacists in New South Wales can prescribe birth control pills to new patients, making healthcare more accessible. The first 5,000 consultations will be completely free.
Adamawa State University will launch a new College of Pharmacy, marking a major step toward reducing Nigeria's dependence on imported medicines. The approval comes after healthcare leaders pushed for stronger pharmaceutical education to keep medical talent in the country.
A lucky lottery player from Pāpāmoa just turned a trip to their local pharmacy into a $400,000 windfall. Meanwhile, four other New Zealanders are celebrating quarter-million dollar wins from Saturday's draw.
Scientists at Yale University discovered that an inexpensive prescription drug already on pharmacy shelves could ease autism symptoms for people with specific genetic mutations. While it won't help everyone with autism, the breakthrough opens doors for more targeted treatments.
When a family returned unopened medications after their 100-year-old mother passed away, a small Jerusalem pharmacy used the proceeds to commission a stunning memorial in her honor. The gesture reminds us that kindness flows in unexpected directions.
The FDA just approved a new obesity pill that's easier to take than any competitor, and it hit pharmacy shelves in record-breaking time. Patients now have more options than ever to manage their weight without needles. #
Seventy-five future pharmacists gathered with loved ones to celebrate academic excellence at the University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy's annual recognition ceremony. The March event honored students who balanced rigorous coursework with a commitment to serving their future patients and communities.
A new bipartisan bill aims to cap insulin costs at $35 per month for millions with private insurance, building on Medicare protections already in place. The legislation also tackles pharmacy middlemen and aims to boost competition for the life-saving drug. ##
CVS Caremark has agreed to settle federal charges that it inflated insulin prices, promising changes that could make the lifesaving diabetes medication more affordable. The move follows similar action by another major pharmacy manager, signaling real progress on drug pricing.
A healthcare startup just made it easier for millions of people in rural India to get the medicines they need. CureBay's acquisition of Saveo's distribution network connects 10,000 pharmacies to better supply chains across southern India.
A small Saskatchewan town honored a pharmacy that's served four generations and welcomed fresh entrepreneurs who are betting on rural community life. Unity's annual celebration proved small towns are still places where businesses thrive and newcomers put down roots.
India's government pharmacy network has saved families over $4.5 billion on essential medicines in just a few years. The program now runs 17,000 centers offering life-saving drugs at rock-bottom prices.
Scientists have identified three medicines already on pharmacy shelves that could help fight Alzheimer's, with a shingles vaccine leading the pack. The discovery could fast-track new treatments by years and save billions in development costs.
A researcher who grew up using a "pharmacy tree" in India just won a grant to test whether its compounds can fight pancreatic cancer with fewer side effects than chemotherapy. El Paso faces the highest pancreatic cancer rates in Texas, making this breakthrough research especially urgent for the local community.
At Offutt Air Force Base, 12 Red Cross volunteers handle daily pharmacy operations while providing emergency support to military families. Their work keeps medical services running smoothly and connects service members with loved ones during crises.
Getting prescription medications delivered the same day just became a reality for millions more Americans. Amazon is bringing its pharmacy service to 4,500 new cities by 2026.
Twelve Red Cross volunteers are keeping an Air Force base pharmacy running smoothly while helping military families through emergencies. Their work shows how civilian volunteers can make military life easier for thousands of service members.
A new federal law could help companies buy medicines directly from drugmakers, potentially lowering costs for millions of Americans. The reform forces pharmacy middlemen to reveal their fees and pass savings to employers.
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