The Vital Collaboration Between Pharmacies and Physicians
Pharmacies have a significant opportunity to improve patient care, enhance health outcomes, and reduce costs. Collaboration between pharmacists and physicians is crucial but often challenging to achieve. Community pharmacies, with their accessibility and...
Community Pharmacies: Key Partners for Diverse Clinical Trial Recruitment
Clinical trial recruitment in areas like Alabama has faced challenges in recruiting non-White patients due to a lack of trust. Racial and ethnic minority patients have historically been underrepresented in clinical research in US medical systems, leading to health...
Opportunities in Community Pharmacy
The passage emphasizes the need to redefine the future of pharmacy in order to ensure a strong supply of future pharmacists and foster a culture that enables pharmacists to fulfill their purpose and passion. During the COVID-19 pandemic, pharmacists played a...
The Power of Community Connections
Independent pharmacies can maximize their marketing reach by focusing on care, relationships, and community involvement. Building a strong online presence with a professional website and active social media accounts helps provide information about services and...
Uncovering the Truth of Medicare Advantage
This article discusses the ongoing privatization of Medicare and how private insurers are making significant profits through systematic overbilling and opposition to measures aimed at stopping the practice. It focuses on Humana, a prominent health insurance...
A Closer Look at the DSCSA
The Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA) was enacted by the U.S. Congress on November 27, 2013, and aims to build a comprehensive, interoperable system by 2023 to identify and trace prescription drugs as they are distributed in the United States. The four core...
The Road to Automated Data Exchange in Pharma
The DSCSA aims to enhance product legitimacy verification, improve recall efficiency, and...
New Non-Hormonal Medication Approved for Hot Flashes
The FDA recently approved a new medication called Veozah (fezolinetant) for the treatment of moderate to severe hot flashes in menopausal women. Hot flashes are characterized by sudden waves of intense heat, followed by sweating and sometimes chills. Veozah is an...
The Growing Power of CVS and UnitedHealth
In April, CVS Health, CEO Karen Lynch celebrated the acquisition of Oak Street Health, a primary care company specializing in treating Medicare-eligible patients. CVS has been expanding its presence in the healthcare industry by acquiring various companies,...