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Pharmacy

A recently approved drug for acute ischemic stroke works as well as the treatment used in most U.S. hospitals and may offer advantages for some patients, according to a study led by a researcher from Dallas-based UT Southwestern Medical Center. 

Four of the 10 medications Statista anticipates will yield the largest sales in 2026 are GLP-1 medications, according to data shared with Becker's. 

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With drug prices surging, hospitals are looking for innovative ways to reduce pharmaceutical costs. Oftentimes, this calls for "cutting out the middlemen" and buying directly from pharmaceutical companies.

The power of placebos continues to be a topic of discussion among researchers and experts, with some suggesting the placebo effect, in which patients can experience real health improvements from treatments with no active ingredient, can be effective even when…

Providence, R.I.-based Care New England Health System has promoted Brian Musiak, PharmD, from system director of pharmacy to vice president of pharmacy. 

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