Division of Pharmacy Professional Development

07/30/2026

The supplement is said to help with weight loss, blood sugar, cholesterol and more. Is that too good to be true?

While many claims have been made about the benefits of psyllium husk, there is more evidence for some than others.

The supplement is said to help with weight loss, blood sugar, cholesterol and more. Is that too good to be true?

07/22/2026

Donald Trump has said he intends to impose tariffs of 100% on generic drugs imported into the US from 2028, as part of a drive to reduce the country's reliance on imported medicines.

Trump has said he intends to impose tariffs of 100% on generic drugs imported into the US from 2028, rising to 200% after a year, in a reshoring push.

07/16/2026

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Lipfendra (enlicitide) by Merck, the first once-daily oral PCSK9 inhibitor for high .

Unlike , it blocks a protein to help the liver clear LDL ("bad") cholesterol from the blood. In trials, the pill safely slashed LDL levels by up to 60%.

Merck’s pill, called Lipfendra, is a PCSK9 inhibitor, which works in a different way from a statin to lower cholesterol.

07/15/2026

A large number of cases of intestinal illness that causes diarrhea, nausea and fatigue have been detected in 34 states, according to federal health authorities, but the source is still under investigation.

Health officials from California to Texas to Florida have reported cases of since the start of May.

A surge of cases of the intestinal illness that causes diarrhea and fatigue has been detected in 34 states. Here's how what to do if you suspect you have it and how to avoid infection.

06/30/2026

Pharmacist-led AFib interventions across international studies were associated with 35% fewer and 24% fewer major bleeding events, alongside improved guideline-concordant prescribing.

Community play a role as an access point for atrial fibrillation ( ) identification, cardiovascular risk management.

Researchers explore a variety of clinical services in addressing atrial fibrillation, cardiovascular risk, and social determinants of health.

06/11/2026

In the past year, the Trump administration has taken a decidedly more negative tack on for opioid use disorder, setting off alarm bells among public health experts, addiction physicians, and patient groups.

Recent actions represent a resurgence of Republican hostility toward medication-assisted treatment.

Federal actions and proposals have reignited debate over methadone and buprenorphine, worrying addiction experts and patient groups.

06/10/2026

The American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists - ACOG has released a recommended vaccine schedule for pregnant people, one that diverges from the advice currently offered by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

The new schedule is endorsed by 13 medical societies and organizations. The ACOG schedule also outlines recommended for people while breastfeeding and during the postpartum period.

The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists has released a recommended vaccine schedule during pregnancy, one that diverges from CDC guidance.

06/04/2026

Robert F. Kennedy, Jr told KFF Health News that medical records are key to investigating the cause of , vaccine safety, and chronic diseases.

To collect and scrutinize millions of Americans’ health data, U.S. health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. aims to work with state organizations that help health systems share medical records.

To collect and scrutinize millions of Americans’ health data, U.S. health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. aims to work with state organizations that help health systems share medical records. In Nebraska, millions in federal dollars has flowed into one nonprofit cooperating with Kennedy’s projec...

06/04/2026

PK/PD concepts influence countless decisions across drug development—from selecting doses and interpreting study results to evaluating efficacy and safety signals. Yet many professionals learn these topics informally on the job.

If you're looking for a structured, practical introduction to and , consider our PK/PD course.

Explore the course and registration details here: https://bit.ly/4uLLZYR

04/09/2026

The University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Pharmacy continues to climb rankings! On, Wisconsin!

U.S. News & World Report ranks UW–Madison #6 Best Pharmacy School in 2026.