Peripheral Arterial Disease From a Community Pharmacy Perspective
Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) describes a phenomenon in which circulation to the leg is diminished due to atherosclerosis, resulting in reduced blood flow and often causing pain that can be limiting to those who experience it.
Reading Blood Pressure
New blood pressure guidelines lower the acceptable blood pressure threshold that defines hypertension and the risk of heart attack and stroke.
Sleep Duration in Employed Adults
Although research has shown that adults should sleep at least 7 hours per night, the 2014 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System reported that approximately 35% of adults got insufficient sleep.
Alzheimer’s Disease: Current Treatments and Potential New Agents
Current research focuses on agents that target secretase enzymes to prevent plaque accumulation.
Prescribed Opioids Raise Pneumonia Risk
Opioid-related research developments of interest to pharmacists.
Pain, Agitation, and Delirium: A Review of Pertinent Guideline Updates for Pharmacists
Treating pain can help decrease agitation, while limiting sedation can help prevent delirium within the ICU.
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