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Preparing for PrEP: The Implications of PrEP Medicare Coverage Transition for PharmaciesThe shift is intended to maintain uninterrupted access to PrEP, crucial for preventing HIV, and highlights the ongoing efforts to end the HIV epidemic by improving public health outcomes.
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Pharmacy Care Coaches Improve Outcomes in Patients With DiabetesCare Coach program offers a comprehensive set of pharmacy and counseling services to patients struggling to manage their diabetes.
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More Than Just Meds: What a Palliative Care Pharmacist Learned From the BedsideA palliative care pharmacist highlights a spectrum of clinical opportunities for patients, caregivers, and clinicians when rounding at the bedside.
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An Informatics Approach to Preventing Diversion of Controlled SubstancesData analysis can help hospitals address waste of controlled substances that fuels diversion and increased costs.
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Patient Safety and the Role of a Specialty Pharmacist in a Health SystemDue to the high-touch, high-risk nature of specialty medications, specialty pharmacies must incorporate robust programs to ensure proper medication usage and minimize the potential for error or adverse events.
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Molnupiravir: What We Know So Far About Oral Antiviral COVID-19 TreatmentMolnupiravir (Lagevrio) is a potent ribonucleoside analog that blocks SARS-CoV-2 replication by acting as a competitive substrate of virally-encoded RNA-dependent RNA polymerase.
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Pharmacist-Led DOAC Monitoring Improves DosingPatient monitoring significantly improved for patients seen in the pharmacist-led clinic due to greater efforts to order labs per policy and prescribe an appropriate DOAC dose.
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Bringing a Culture of Belonging to PharmacyLeaders must fully understand the benefits of diversity and create an environment in which it thrives to cultivate and inspire the next generation of inclusive leaders.
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How Pharmacies Can Better Support Employees Living With Serious Mental IllnessReducing stigma, improving mental health benefits, and addressing workload concerns all need to happen simultaneously.
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Replacing Brand-Name Cardiovascular Drugs Could Save Patients MoneyNew analysis shows the substitution would cut costs by $600 million in the United States annually.
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Managing AEs With BTK Inhibitors in CLLLisa Nodzon, PhD, ARNP, AOCNP; Katie Tobon, PharmD, BCOP; and Javier Pinilla-Ibarz, MD, PhD, share insight on strategies for the monitoring and management of BTK inhibitor–associated toxicities in CLL and review the importance of a multidisciplinary approach to treatment.
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Breaking the Bank: Financial Toxicity in Cancer CareThe increasing economic burden of treatment may impact patient outcomes.
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Navigating Prescription Stimulant Use: Safety, Legal, and Supply Challenges in Pharmacy PracticeThe rising use of prescription stimulants in the US presents significant safety risks, legal challenges, and supply chain shortages, emphasizing the need for pharmacist involvement in promoting responsible prescribing.
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Professional Liability Insurance Offers Peace of MindAs job duties continue to change, having coverage protects against alleged errors or omissions.
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For Optimal Bioavailability, Administer Dronedarone With a Complete MealBioavailability of dronedarone is markedly increased when administered with food. To maximize absorption, patients should take dronedarone with a complete meal (ideally >500 calories).
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A 340B Compromise at Last? Draft Federal Legislation May Provide a Clear Path ForwardIn an ambitious effort to address the ongoing uncertainty within the 340B Program space, 6 senators released a draft discussion bill earlier this year titled the SUSTAIN Act.
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Navigating the Changing Tides of PBM Audits: A Forecast and Strategy for Independent PharmaciesBy understanding the nuances of PBM audit strategies, pharmacies can implement proactive measures to mitigate risks of recoupment, payment suspensions, and, in severe cases, network termination.
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Shots on the Spot: How Pharmacists Are Increasing Flu, COVID-19, and RSV Vaccinations With Immunization Clinic EventsPrograms can take several forms, including on-site clinics, voucher programs, and in-store events
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Improving Hypertension Management: Home Blood Pressure Monitoring and Medication AdherenceOne of the most important drivers of a patients’ uncontrolled hypertension is medication nonadherence.
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Review of the 2022 ACCE Guidelines for Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver DiseaseThe most common cause of death for patients with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease is cardiovascular disease, but it also increases the risk of hepatocellular carcinoma and may surpass hepatitis B and C as the leading cause of this cancer.
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Empowering Pharmacy Technicians: A Comprehensive Apprenticeship ProgramAn inclusive apprenticeship program aligns with evolving roles, fosters growth, and positively affects patient care.
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The Role of Behavioral Economics in Addressing COVID-19 Vaccine HesitancyWell-designed incentives and education can help address COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy and bolster vaccination rates.
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The Rise of Health System Specialty Pharmacy Remote Call Centers: Out of Office…For Good?Remote work has been a growing trend across many different areas of pharmacy.
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Women Lead Vaccine Development Across the IndustryNotable contributions from female leaders in the pharmaceutical industry demonstrate the exceptional competence of women in vaccine innovation.
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Management of Diabetes During RamadanIt is imperative for health care professionals, especially pharmacists, to be well-informed regarding the physiological impact of Ramadan on diabetes.
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Tramadol: A Missed Opportunity for the Treatment of DepressionEvidence indicates that low-dose tramadol is a generally safe, effective, and fast-acting antidepressant for a substantial number of individuals suffering from depression.
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Treating COVID-19 in the Pediatric PopulationAn overview of current theses and research surrounding the pathogenesis, presentation, and treatment of COVID-19 in children.
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Risks and Impacts of Cannabis Use During Pregnancy: A Growing Concern for Neonatal HealthCannabis use during pregnancy may harm fetal development and long-term health.
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What Is the Point of Point-of-Care Testing?These diagnostic tests play critical role in chronic disease management, early interventions, and emergency situations.
