From the Desk of the CEO

Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists and sodium–glucose transport 2 (SGLT2) inhibitors could improve care for a new patient population, according to researchers in an updated report on management of hyperglycemia in type 2 diabetes.

Rachel Balick

Older Americans are increasingly facing the issue of medication overload—use of multiple medications that pose a greater risk of harm than benefit.

Maria G. Tanzi, PharmD

CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) met in Atlanta on February 26–27, 2020, to discuss the current influenza season and vaccine effectiveness; coronavirus; Ebola, dengue, and rabies vaccines; and other immunization topics.

Stephan L. Foster, PharmD, FAPhA

Vitamin E, the collective name for a group of fatsoluble compounds with distinctive antioxidant activities, is found naturally in some foods, added to others, and available as a dietary supplement.

Mary Warner

Constipation is a common GI complaint usually best managed with a combination of nonpharmacologic and pharmacologic interventions.

Daniel L. Krinsky, RPh, MS