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October 2024 Condition Watch: COVID-19
Because Ned Said: As the Election Looms, Will Drug Price Negotiations Sway Voters?
Although patients hope for reduced costs, Pharma’s reaction to the IRA remains to be seen.
Pharmacists Can Directly Improve Health Literacy
Incorporating the teach-back method and providing patient handouts expand health knowledge.
Did Vampire Myths Originate From a Blood Disorder?
Conversations About SDOH Are Difficult but Vital
Initiating such discussions can be hard, but they can greatly affect health outcomes.
Lawsuit by Deceased Man’s Estate Focuses on Opioid Dispensing
Had the pharmacy established safe opioid prescribing policies?
The Dilemma of Childhood Vaccines Post Pandemic
With the end of the PREP Act Provisions in sight, pharmacists should Reflect on their impact and plan to continue them.
Communication Skills Are Crucial for Patient Safety
Effectively educating patients about their medications and disease trajectory can improve adherence and outcomes.
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Educate Patients About Changing Adult RSV Vaccine Recommendations
New ACIP recommendations provide clarity, but questions linger for those aged 60 to 74 years.
Advise Patients About Routine Ophthalmic Health
Digital eye strain is a common cause of dry, red, and itchy eyes.
October 2024 Product News
Concerns Linger About GLP-1 Agonists Despite Their Popularity
Questions in the pharmacy are endless and often hard to answer.
New Migraine Guidelines Aim to Help Patients Beat the Pain
The updated recommendations include CGRP inhibitors as a first-line treatment option for chronic and episodic migraine prevention.
Pharmacist Spotlight: Jess Fiant, PharmD, CSP
Is PBM Reform Nearing the Finish Line?
Legislative efforts in the states and Washington, DC, have made progress, but there is still a way to go.
Celebrating Pharmacy Technician Day: Investing in the Future of Health Care
Employers can support technicians by investing in certification opportunities.
PBMs Are at a Crossroads. Which Way Will They Go?
Criticism and inquiry are coming from all directions. Will investors earn more by holding on to the past or transitioning toward the future?
Celebrating the Unsung Heroes of Health Care