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Statins Protective Against Parkinsonism in Older Patients
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Statins might have yet another benefit beyond lowering cholesterol and protecting against atherosclerosis. A new study published online in the journal Neurology has found that older adults on the medications have a significantly lower risk of developing Parkinsonism, which causes serious movement problems, including tremors, slowed movement, and stiffness, than those who do not take statins. Read more.
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Additional COVID-19 Booster Doses Authorized for Age 50 Years and Older Cohort
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The FDA has authorized a second booster dose for the two mRNA COVID-19 vaccines. That is expected to bring a number of adults aged 50 years and older back to pharmacies to get their fourth vaccine, at least 4 months after their third one. Here is information about who is eligible, including younger patients with immunocompromising conditions.
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Dispensing Abortion Drugs Via Medical History Appears Safe
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While all of the details have not been worked out yet, some pharmacists who are certified will soon be able to distribute mifepristone. That is why a recent study published in the Journal of American Medical Association is of special interest: It finds that screening patients for medication abortion using history alone is highly effective and of low risk. Read more.
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COVID-19 Patients Have Increased Risk of Developing T2D
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A side effect, whether short or long term, of COVID-19 appears to be the development of type 2 diabetes (T2D). According to an article in Diabetologia, the human pancreas can be a target of SARS-CoV-2. Find out why researchers believe that occurs and why they advise active monitoring of glucose dysregulation after recovery from even mild forms of SARS-CoV-2 infection.
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