Journal of the American Pharmacists Association : JAPhA
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J Am Pharm Assoc (2003) · Nov 2010
ReviewCloser look at autism and the measles-mumps-rubella vaccine.
To educate pharmacists regarding the hypothesis that the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine is linked to the development of autism. ⋯ The evidence presented does not show a causal relationship between the MMR vaccine and autism. Myths presented to potentially support any relationship between the MMR vaccine and autism have not been proven. Expert testimony refuting initial scientific theories has led to Supreme Court decisions that do not support a link between the MMR vaccine and autism. Pharmacists and all health care providers are responsible for informing and educating parents and families regarding this information so that they can make informed decisions about immunizations.
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J Am Pharm Assoc (2003) · Nov 2010
Antibiotic use for acute upper respiratory tract infections in a veteran population.
To evaluate the effect of age, symptom duration, symptom presentation, presenting location, and type of acute upper respiratory tract infection (URI) on the receipt of inappropriate antibiotic prescriptions in adult patients. ⋯ Despite evidence-based practice guidelines for the rational use of antibiotics in patients with upper respiratory tract infections, these conditions are being treated inappropriately. Patient and provider factors play a role in the receipt of antibiotics. Further efforts, including those by pharmacists, are needed to improve the use of antibiotics for acute URI in adult patients.