Here are the top stories from the last week:

Walgreens launches pharmacy patient advisory board to strengthen patient collaboration
Walgreens announced the launch of its Pharmacy Patient Advisory Board to ensure patient voices shape pharmacy services, especially for those managing chronic conditions. The board aims to strengthen collaboration and trust between Walgreens and the communities it serves.
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FDA Approves First Drug for Pediatrics With Irritable Bowel Syndrome With Constipation
Linaclotide is the first FDA-approved treatment for IBS-C in children aged 7 and older, based on clinical trial data. The phase 3 trial showed significant improvements in bowel movement frequency and stool consistency compared to placebo.
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Less Common Pneumococcal Serotypes Cause More Severe Community-Acquired Pneumonia
Certain PCV20 serotypes, despite lower prevalence, can cause severe CAP, necessitating serotype-specific analysis for effective public health strategies.
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President Trump announces deals with Eli Lilly, Novo Nordisk to slash prices on GLP-1s
President Trump announced agreements with Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk to reduce prices for popular drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy, making them more affordable for Americans. The initiative aims to lower drug costs and improve access to medications.
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Pharmacy orgs applaud Trump Administration's action on biosimilars
The FDA announced actions to make biosimilar development faster and less costly, which was applauded by pharmacy organizations. The initiative aims to increase market competition and expand patient options for lower-cost medications.
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Clinician Shares Personal Insight on the Importance of Early Type 1 Diabetes Screening
Shara Bialo, MD, senior medical director at Sanofi and pediatric endocrinologist living with T1D, continued her discussion, sharing how her experience living with type 1 diabetes and parenting 2 children shaped her perspective on early screening.
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CVS Health empowers customers to fight food insecurity through pharmacy donations
CVS Pharmacy customers donated over $3 million to local food banks, and CVS Health pledged an additional $2 million to address food insecurity. The initiative supports Feeding America and aims to expand access to nutritious food nationwide.
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Swisslog Healthcare unveils new pharmacy tech
Swisslog Healthcare introduced new features for its AutoPack Automated Oral Solid Packager, enhancing efficiency in hospital pharmacies. The upgrades aim to improve medication management and address workforce shortages.
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NACDS urges lawmakers to expand pharmacy-based care during American Pharmacists Month
NACDS advocated for policy changes to expand pharmacy-based care during American Pharmacists Month, highlighting pharmacists' roles in community health and urging lawmakers to eliminate barriers to pharmacy services.
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