Remdesivir Shows Promise
Against COVID-19
A drug originally developed to treat Ebola has become the leading hope for permanently moving past stay-at-home orders designed to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus. Remdesivir appears to halt disease progression in animal trials, and early results from an ongoing trial offer further cause for optimism. What should pharmacists tell their patients about drugs for COVID-19 today? Read more. 

Breast Remains Best for Babies During Pandemic
Babies will continue to be born as we battle the coronavirus, and new and expectant mothers may wonder whether they should nurse their babies during the pandemic. That provides an opportunity for healthcare professionals to emphasize the importance of breastfeeding infants or expressing milk to strengthen babies’ immune systems. Read more. 

Coronavirus? Flu? Shortness of Breath Provides a Clue
With patients avoiding doctors’ offices and hospitals, an increasing number may be self-treating COVID-19 with medications in the pharmacy aisles. You may be able to help them better meet their needs after getting answers to a few quick questions. Read more.