The FDA's proposed Prescription Medication Information (PMI) regulation aims to revolutionize current consumer medication information, potentially reducing prescription nonadherence and accidental misuse in the US. Studies highlight that such misuse contributes to...
Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels predicted the proletarian revolution, which didn't occur, but their insights about capitalism's impact on society remain relevant. A recent article notes that the medical field in the U.S. has shifted significantly towards corporate...
The Oath of the Pharmacist urges pharmacists to prioritize the well-being of patients and relieve their suffering. With an increasing number of people turning to the internet for cheaper and more accessible medications, pharmacists play a crucial role in educating...
The Association for Accessible Medicines (AAM) published a white paper addressing generic and biosimilar drug shortages and supply chain challenges in the US.
Generic drugs are crucial to the prescription drug market, making up more than 90% of all small molecule...
The United States has significant rural areas, with Iowa being approximately 40% rural according to recent Census data. In rural communities, pharmacies play a crucial role in the healthcare system, as 89% of Americans live within 5 miles of a community pharmacy....
The world is experiencing an increasing awareness of environmental issues and climate change, prompting individuals and organizations, including drug manufacturers and retail pharmacies, to seek ways to reduce their carbon footprint. Sustainability preferences have...
The California Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI) announced both loan repayment programs and scholarships will be available for pharmacists and pharmacy technicians.
The California State Loan Repayment Program (SLRP) increases the number of...
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) is making changes to its Medicare Part D plan, requiring plan sponsors to include all pharmacy direct and indirect remuneration (DIR) fees at the point of sale (POS). This means retroactive DIR fees, which are...
The retail pharmacy market is going through significant changes due to shifts in consumer preferences and market dynamics. The rise of eCommerce and the entry of Amazon into the pharmacy space have put pressure on traditional retail pharmacies. To stay competitive,...