Do proton pump inhibitors used to prevent gastroesophageal reflux and peptic ulcers also increase the risk of dementia in older patients? A new German study suggests a connection.

Stronger Push for Influenza Vaccination Urged in
Poor Areas

While risky for everyone, influenza can be a more dangerous disease among the poor, according to a new study that urges pharmacists and other healthcare professionals to strongly urge those in high-poverty census tracts to be vaccinated. Here are the details.

No Significant Variation in Antiepileptic Drug Across Generic Formulations

Despite complaints to the contrary, no detectable differences were found in the clinical effects of two generic lamotrigine products used to treat epilepsy. Study authors posit why patients might have perceived a difference in effectiveness among generic formulations.