Resident Editors: Ameer El-Afandi, PharmD; Joyce Hu, PharmD; Jenna Knutson, PharmD
Faculty Editor: Jody Lounsbery, PharmD, BCPS
This edition was published July 15, 2025.
Updates in Research
Zoledronate Every 5 Years: Effective Fracture Prevention in Early Postmenopausal Women
Jaden Gossen, PharmD, St. Cloud VA Healthcare System
This study evaluated if infrequent use of zoledronate can be effective for fracture prevention prior to osteoporosis diagnosis in postmenopausal women. Will this become the new treatment for osteopenia patients?
High-Dose Vitamin D in Multiple Sclerosis Spectrum: Insights from the D-Lay MS Trial
Lusi Zhang, PharmD, MHI, Geritom Medical, Inc.
Can high-dose vitamin D delay progression in early multiple sclerosis? Find out with the new insights from the D-Lay MS trial.
Therapeutic Thought
Annual ADA Updates: Reviewing the 2025 Standards of Care in Diabetes
Sierrah Althaus, PharmD, Welia Health
Comprehensive and preventive care for diabetes is vital, as nearly half of the adults in the U.S. have diabetes or prediabetes. The annual ADA Standards of Care in Diabetes give healthcare providers the most up-to-date evidence and recommendations for managing patients with diabetes.
Miscellaneous News
Researchers Investigate New Biosensors to Monitor Glucose Levels in Patients with Diabetes
Sunnee Thao, PharmD, Park Nicollet
Ever thought about other methods to evaluate glucose levels that do not involve painful finger pokes or the hassle of a glucose meter? A team of researchers are investigating an alternative option for testing blood sugars using a biosensor.
Novo Nordisk Creates Pharmacy to Provide Wegovy® at Lower Cash Price
Amy Aakhus, PharmD, M Health Fairview
Novo Nordisk opens the direct-to-consumer NovoCare® Pharmacy to supply Wegovy® to cash-paying patients.