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The National Association of Boards of Pharmacy just released the 2015 North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination passing rates for pharmacy schools in the United States.

When a family was having a hard time coping with the death of their dog, a pharmacist knew just how to brighten their day.

An independent pharmacy recently integrated a coffee shop to facilitate candid conversations between patients and their pharmacist.

Dan Benamoz, RPh, President and CEO of Pharmacy Development Services, discusses the technology trends that independent pharmacists should endeavor to familiarize themselves with.

Pharmacokinetic differences in newborns and infants affect drug selection and dosing.

Carbapenems are often considered to have the broadest spectrum of activity among all antibiotic classes.

Many pharmacy technicians make $30,000 a year or less, depending on their geographical area.

The FDA has approved Impax Laboratories' abbreviated new drug application for generic Adderall extended-release capsules.

As the only pharmacy school in Manhattan, Touro College of Pharmacy places its students in one of the world's most renowned cities that also happens to be a health care mecca.

Stigma remains a serious concern for patients living with HIV.

Erectile dysfunction drugs may improve insulin sensitivity and secretion in patients with prediabetes.

The CVS Health Foundation has announced a $550,000 commitment to the Alzheimer's Association to support expanded provider education and diagnosis resources for patients with Alzheimer's disease.

Totaling more than 2 million, women comprise the fastest-growing group within the veteran population.

Allergy analysis and interpretation is a fundamental component of a health-system pharmacist's day.

This is the first major update to the definition of sepsis since 2001.

OTC and prescription drug mascots may play a larger-than-expected role in patients' health care decisions.

A cancer-related death has been linked to talc-based baby powder manufactured by Johnson & Johnson.

Hiring the best candidate isn't easy, but it's one of the most important aspects of running a successful pharmacy.

The FDA today approved Pfizer's tofacitinib citrate (Xeljanz) extended-release tablets, the first and only once-daily oral Janus kinanse inhibitor for treating rheumatoid arthritis.

Dan Benamoz, RPh, President and CEO of Pharmacy Development Services, discusses the challenges independent pharmacists face with respect to customer retention efforts.

The National Association of Chain Drug Stores has named as its new director of federal government affairs Vonnie Hampel.

Nonadherence to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease treatment worsens patient health outcomes and increases related costs.

California's first surplus prescription medication program recently opened its doors.

McKesson has announced the launch of its new Drug Spend Intelligence tool, which provides the information needed to identify purchase trends, evaluate the impact of price fluctuations, and implement and track clinical initiatives.

The FDA has accepted for review Sanofi's new drug application for its fixed-ratio combination of basal insulin glargine 100 units/mL and lixisenatide for the treatment of type 2 diabetes.

Community pharmacists are in regular communication with patients about their medication therapies.

Relaxation drinks are marketed as safe, nonalcoholic supplements that help the user unwind.

A 2017 PharmD candidate at the University of Cincinnati will be recognized at this year's American Pharmacists Association annual meeting for winning the Good Government Student Pharmacist-of-the-Year Award.

A Texas compounding pharmacy called Pharmacy Solutions will pay $85,000 to settle a pregnancy discrimination lawsuit.

Iroko Pharmaceuticals' meloxicam (Vivlodex) capsules, designed to treat osteoarthritis pain, are now available by prescription at pharmacies across the United States.