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May 22, 2012
BD introduces syringe with smaller needle for diabetes patients

Medical supply manufacturer BD has released a syringe with a shorter needle designed to reduce discomfort in patients with diabetes who must inject insulin, the company said Tuesday.

May 22, 2012
Cirrus Healthcare launches line of Hello Kitty antimicrobial earplugs

Cirrus Healthcare Products earlier this month announced the launch of its Hello Kitty-licensed earplugs for swimming and sound protection.

May 22, 2012
FDA grants regulatory guidance for nail fungus treatment

Drug maker Apricus Biosciences will receive regulatory guidance from the Food and Drug Administration in July that will contain feedback concerning the drug maker's plans to seek approval for a nail fungus treatment.

May 22, 2012
Novo Nordisk's Levemir approved for children ages 2 to 5 years

The Food and Drug Administration has approved a treatment for Type 1 diabetes in children ages 2 to 5 years.

May 22, 2012
Prevalence of prediabetes, diabetes among adolescents on the rise

Being overweight and obesity during adolescence are associated with an increased risk for cardiovascular disease risk factors, especially prediabetes and diabetes, according to researchers.

May 22, 2012
Study: Flu shots could provide unanticipated benefits to expectant moms

Getting a flu shot during pregnancy provides unanticipated benefits to the baby, according to the authors of a large population-based study examining the issue.

May 21, 2012
Dr. Reddy's launches heartburn treatment

Dr. Reddy's Labs has launched a generic version of a popular over-the-counter drug for treating heartburn, the company said Monday.

May 21, 2012
GSK, Auxilium to co-promote testosterone therapy

The U.S. subsidiary of British drug maker GlaxoSmithKline and U.S.-based Auxilium Pharmaceuticals will co-promote a testosterone-replacement drug, the two said Monday.

May 21, 2012
Reports: 'Track and trace' may be part of PDUFA reauthorization

Federal and industry officials have been negotiating a federal track-and-trace system as part of a reauthorization of the Prescription Drug User Fee Act, according to published reports.

May 21, 2012
Touro College of Pharmacy graduates first class

The first new pharmacy school in New York in almost 70 years, and the only one in Manhattan, graduated its first class in a commencement ceremony at the New York Academy of Medicine Friday.

May 18, 2012
Dr. Reddy's launches generic version of Plavix

Generic drug maker Dr. Reddy's Labs has launched a generic version of a drug used to prevent clotting of the blood.

May 18, 2012
FDA approves generic Parkinson's disease drug made by Actavis

The Food and Drug Administration has approved a treatment for Parkinson's disease made by Actavis, the drug maker said Friday.

May 18, 2012
Mylan sponsors Drug Store News and Pharmacist Society to provide a new business networking platform for pharmacy schools and students

The Drug Store News Group, the Pharmacist Society and Mylan Inc., one of the world's leading generics and specialty pharmaceutical companies, are pleased to announce an exclusive sponsorship to expand membership opportunities at PharmacistSociety.com – an online forum that supports and enhances professional networks for U.S.-based retail pharmacists, professional organizations and pharmacy companies.

May 18, 2012
Solantic urgent care changing name to reflect new vision

Solantic, an operator of urgent care centers in Florida, is changing its name to CareSpot Express Healthcare to represent a new brand and new vision for the company.

May 18, 2012
Watson challenges Lo Loestrin Fe patent

Generic drug maker Watson Pharmaceuticals is challenging the patent protection of a contraceptive drug made by Warner Chilcott, Watson said Friday.

May 17, 2012
CDC: Chronic disease states less prevalent as education, household income rise

People with higher levels of education and higher income have lower rates of many chronic diseases compared with those with less education and lower income levels, according to "Health, United States, 2011" — the government’s annual comprehensive report on Americans’ health released Wednesday.

May 17, 2012
CVS Caremark All Kids Can, Cedars-Sinai partner to bring mobile medical clinic to Los Angeles schools

CVS Caremark, through its All Kids Can program, announced on Thursday a partnership with Cedars-Sinai to expand the medical center's Coach for Kids and Their Families program to provide health services to more vulnerable children in South Los Angeles who otherwise would not have access to health services, including immunizations and dental screenings.

May 17, 2012
Pharmacy Technician Certification Board touts telepharmacy

Technology is helping pharmacies provide services to rural areas by allowing them to remotely monitor pharmacy technicians, according to the country's largest organization that certifies pharmacy techs.

May 17, 2012
Prestige Brands highlights new Dramamine for Kids product in fiscal 2012 call

Prestige Brands on Thursday morning announced the launch of Dramamine for Kids.

May 17, 2012
Sagent launches generic chemotherapy drug

Sagent Pharmaceuticals has launched a generic version of a chemotherapy drug, the company said Thursday.

May 16, 2012
FDA identifies three online products masquerading as dietary supplements

The Food and Drug Administration on Wednesday identified three online products touting "natural" intimacy enhancement that consumers should avoid because they each contain undeclared pharmaceutical ingredients.

May 16, 2012
Generic Plavix arrives at Walmart, Sam's Club stores

Walmart and Sam's Club will be among the first retailers to offer a generic version of an antiplatelet drug.

May 16, 2012
More than 29 million U.S. adults have asthma, CDC report finds

Asthma is having a growing effect on the country's health, according to a new study.

May 16, 2012
More than one-third of dispensed prescriptions sent electronically in 2011, report finds

The number of prescriptions being sent electronically jumped by 75% between 2010 and 2011, while almost all of the retail pharmacies in the country are connected for e-prescribing, according to a new report by the country's largest e-prescribing network.

May 16, 2012
NACDS emphasizes to Senate committee value of community pharmacy

The National Association of Chain Drug Stores has emphasized the commitment of NACDS and the chain pharmacy industry to partner with policy-makers and others to improve quality and lower costs in the healthcare delivery system in a statement sent to the U.S. Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee.

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