Is there a “magic remedy” to prevent the transmission of influenza to close contacts? The newest antiviral agent, baloxavir marboxil, rapidly reduces virus titers and stops the shedding of infectious virus faster than its counterpart, oseltamivir.

Guests:  Emma Brucio, PharmD and Kathleen Pincus, PharmD, BCPS, BCACP, CDCES

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Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) is now the most common chronic liver disease worldwide, a major cause of cardiometabolic events and, in its most advanced form, metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH), the most common cause of liver-related morbidity and mortality.

Guests:  Sarah Wheeler, Pharm.D., BCACP, CDCES and Samantha Burton, Pharm.D., MS

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For some patients with peripheral artery disease, exercise can be impractical or impossible. Could the glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) agonists offer new hope for restoring movement and quality of life?

Guest Authors: Minitha Jacob, PharmD and Sherry Laguardia, PharmD, BCACP

Special Guest: Kristin Watson, PharmD, BCCP

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The BedMed study attempted to resolve a longstanding debate: Does the timing of administration for antihypertensive medication matter?  As it turns out, the timing of medication administration isn't terribly important so long as the medication is taken consistently.

Guest Authors:  Stefanie C. Nigro, PharmD, BCACP and Eric J MacLaughlin, PharmD, BCPS

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This iForumRx podcast episode, produced in collaboration with the ACCP Ambulatory Care Practice and Research Network (PRN), focuses on layered-learning and how to structure your practice to engage learners at different levels of experience.

Expert panelists Dr. Adenike Atanda-Oshikoya, Dr. Michelle Patterson, and Dr. Michelle Musser share their experiences working with students and residents.

Arm position can affect blood pressure accuracy. The ARMS study evaluated the effect of arm position on blood pressure readings, with implications for health care providers and patients with uncontrolled hypertension.

Guests: Emily Nuttall, PharmD, MBA and Tracie Eshelbrenner, PharmD, BCPS

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Heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF) poses a significant challenge because of its heterogeneous nature and the scarcity of therapies that meaningfully alter its course. The SUMMIT study evaluated the impact of tirzepatide on symptoms and mortality in people with HFpEF and obesity.

Guests: Jennifer N. Clements, Pharm.D., FCCP, FADCES, BCPS, BCACP, BC-ADM, CDCES and Dawn C. Fuke, Pharm.D., BCPS, BCACP

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This iForumRx podcast episode, produced in collaboration with the ACCP Ambulatory Care Practice and Research Network (PRN), focuses on the crucial role pharmacists can play in caring for the LGBTQIA+ community. The discussion highlights the unique healthcare needs and barriers faced by this community due to societal stigma.

Expert panelists Dr. Jordan Rowe, Dr. Sarah Amering, and Dr. Kevin Astle share their experiences in providing gender-affirming care and addressing health disparities. They discuss common health problems, medication considerations, and essential resources for pharmacists seeking to enhance their knowledge and expertise. The episode also addresses the impact of current political landscapes on patient access to care and how pharmacists can advocate for and support LGBTQIA+ individuals.

Artificial intelligence (AI) will bring many opportunities to the pharmacy profession, but it can be tempting to use AI in place of critical thinking or reliable research around drug information questions (DIQs). One must wonder, will the pharmacist be held liable if AI gets it wrong?

Guest Authors: Elizabeth B. Hearn, PharmD, BCACP, CDCES; Karlyn E. Hood, PharmD, BCPS; Abigail L. Torres, PharmD

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Electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes; also known as e-cigs, electronic nicotine delivery systems, vapes, mods, pods, and vape pens) have surged in popularity since their market introduction in 2007. Some view e-cigarettes as a less harmful alternative to traditional cigarettes and a potential harm reduction strategy. Others worry about their addictive potential and see them as a setback in our quest for a tobacco-free society.

Guest Authors: Elizabeth S. Yett, PharmD, BCACP, CTTS and Kirk E. Evoy, PharmD, BCACP, BC-ADM, CTTS

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