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Pharmacists Are Key Players in Critical Care, Enhancing Patient Outcomes in the ICUDespite evidence supporting the benefit of placing pharmacists in the ICU, there is still reluctance to widely adopt decentralized pharmacist models, largely due to immediate cost concerns and underrepresentation of pharmacy leaders in decision-making roles.
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Educational Opportunities Exist for the Pharmaceutical Care of AnimalsInterested individuals may gain certification or continuing-education credits, many of which are available through the American College of Veterinary Pharmacists.
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Pharmacists Participating in Advanced Pain Management Modalities for Refractory PainPatient selection is a key factor in the safe and effective administration of advanced pain management modalities.
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The European Medicines Agency: A Modern Robin Hood?Many studies with a stated goal of advancing child health care in administratively-defined minors have no clinical value and may even harm young patients.
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The Psychological Impact of GLP-1 Receptor Agonists: An Ongoing InvestigationCase reports have shown a potential association with adverse psychological effects.
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340B Assists Patients and InstitutionsHow much does this federal program affect the success of the health care parties involved?
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A Hospital’s Outpatient Pharmacies Attempt to Reduce DIR Fees Using Performance ReportsThis quality improvement initiative demonstrates that pharmacies were unable to use performance reports provided by the payer to improve performance scores and decrease direct and indirect remuneration (DIR) fees.
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How the Corporate World, Government Worked Together to Deliver a Solution to the COVID-19 PandemicThe alliance between pharmaceutical partners and government organizations signals the possibilities of shared resources in meeting global crises.
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2023 Federal Legislation Is Having an Impact on Oncology Practices and PatientsThe CMS FAQ ruling is resulting in barriers to care for patients.
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A Guide to Administering Influenza Vaccines in Special Populations: Focus on Patients Who Are ImmunocompromisedExpanding pharmacist–patient care services to include vaccine promotion and administration within ambulatory clinics is an example of the expanding role of pharmacists and their contribution to primary care practice.
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A Rare Specialty Pharmacy’s Quick Response to Customized Patient Education Using QR CodesQR codes are currently used in various health care settings, such as in hospitals for patient verification, but more recently for health care-related education.
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Telehealth Proves of Great Value During COVID-19But state-to-state communications and inconsistencies related to licensing present legal issues.
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Data-Driven Development: How Real-World Data and AI Are Transforming Clinical TrialsReal-world data and artificial intelligence (AI) are poised to revolutionize drug development by optimizing clinical trials and regulatory approvals, if data quality and patient privacy challenges are addressed.
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Zuranolone Offers An Innovative Treatment for Postpartum DepressionZuranolone enhances health care providers’ ability to address the complex needs of patients with PPD, offering new hope for rapid and sustained relief from depressive symptoms.
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AI in Biomedical Research Is Revolutionizing Drug Development, Clinical InnovationAI is expected to significantly quicken the pace of drug design and development, while improving the success rate of new medicines.
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Planning for the New Year in Specialty Pharmacy: Tips to Help Patients Get Hassle-Free RefillsIn specialty pharmacy, many patients take steps to manage their prescription benefits before the new year.
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The Impact of USP 797, USP 800 on Compounding PharmaciesUSP 800 was a necessary step to maximize safety, but it also recommended many institutions reevaluate their facilities, equipment, processes, and staffing capacity, potentially costing millions of dollars.
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Equal but Not the Same—2021 Update on Influenza VaccinesAs COVID-19 vaccination efforts continue, it is more important than ever for pharmacists to be equipped with the knowledge and resources to bust the myths surrounding vaccinations, particularly in preparation for the upcoming influenza season, which is expected to occur from October 2021 to May 2022.
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Global Patient Registries Can Advance Opportunities for Rare Disease ResearchCollaboration and knowledge sharing amongst rare disease researchers can be difficult, as these researchers are often spread out throughout the world.
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Transformative Leadership Can and Should be Practiced by Everyone in the Pharmacy OrganizationA transformational leader can make the difference between an efficient, profitable organization and one that is mired in mediocrity.
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Patients With Cancer Have Unique Considerations for Influenza VaccinationProper timing and vaccine selection are crucial for optimal immune responses.
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Empower Prospective Pharmacists through Children’s BooksThis short story, illustrated by Roth, portrays pharmacists in a variety of settings and was written with the intent to introduce the career in a fun and understandable way for children and inspire kids to pursue their dreams.
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Fecal Microbiota Transplantation Could Be the Answer to the Global Threat of Antimicrobial ResistanceScientists hypothesize that fecal microbiota transplant restores the recipient’s gut microbiota to an environment that mimics the healthy donor’s microbiota
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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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Oncology Overview: Idelalisib in Blood CancersApproved indications for idelalisib include relapsed chronic lymphocytic leukemia, small lymphocytic lymphoma, and follicular B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
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Social Determinants of Health Matter When Treating Patients With Breast CancerPharmacists play a critical role in treating patients with breast cancer and can help address their social determinant of health challenges.
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Advocate for Greater Pharmacy Technician RolesMultiple state and federal laws since the COVID-19 pandemic highlight the growing role of technicians
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Study: Guillain-Barré Five Times More Likely in Unvaccinated COVID-19-Positive Patients Than Vaccinated PatientsPatients can sometimes develop Guillain-Barre syndrome after having a recent respiratory illness or digestive tract infection and, in rare cases, after receiving certain vaccines.
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Minnesota Fights Back Against Rising Insulin CostsAlec Smith Insulin Affordability Act provides citizens with a long-term solution to diabetes expenditures.
