Lu-Ann Murdoch
ARTICLES BY THIS AUTHOR
- 4/2/2023
Study examines cardiovascular safety of Pfizer bivalent COVID-19 vaccine
Results show no difference in risk of stroke, myocardial infarction or pulmonary embolism with Pfizer monovalent versus Pfizer bivalent COVID-19 boosters. - 3/30/2023
Do tumour necrosis factor-α inhibitors effectively treat acne . . . or cause it?
Systematic review examines outcomes of patients receiving TNFis to treat acne and those who develop acne following TNFi therapy for other conditions. - 3/28/2023
New guidance on using Vaxneuvance (15-valent) pneumococcal vaccine in children
National Advisory Committee on Immunization issues interim guidance on the use of Vaxneuvance in children and its interchangeability with Prevnar 13. - 3/23/2023
What risk factors appear associated with getting long-COVID?
Meta-analysis examines demographic characteristics and comorbidities associated with an increased risk of developing post-COVID-19 condition. - 3/22/2023
POP QUIZ: Pneumococcal vaccines in adults
Based on the latest NACI guidance document, all the following recommendations are true, EXCEPT for . . . - 3/20/2023
Do trazodone and zopiclone have similar safety in nursing home residents?
Alberta study compares the rate of injurious falls, major osteoporotic fractures and all-cause mortality with first prescription of zopiclone versus trazodone. - 3/15/2023
Are outpatients with COVID-19 at higher risk of venous thromboembolism?
New study assessed the risk and identified risk factors for the development of venous thromboembolism among outpatients with COVID-19. - 3/14/2023
Updated U.S. guidelines for treatment of osteoporosis or low bone mass
American College of Physicians has updated its recommendations for the pharmacologic treatment of primary osteoporosis or low bone mass to prevent fractures in adults. - 3/14/2023
Community and hospital pharmacists can help identify patients with severe asthma
This is one of 10 recommendations of a Canadian consensus study on best practices for referral and management of severe asthma. - 3/12/2023
What frontline pharmacists need to know about preventing and treating COVID-19
Thrombosis Canada is offering two free live accredited webinars for frontline pharmacists.
