
As 2019 draws to a close, let’s look back at some of the top pharmacy news stories of the year.
As 2019 draws to a close, let’s look back at some of the top pharmacy news stories of the year.
Pharmacists can play an integral role in transitions-of-care for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) to prevent hospital readmissions.
Osteoarthritis is the most common type of arthritis, affecting nearly 54 million people.
Technology has long pushed the limits of the possible in pharmacy.
Offering immunizations is a smart business move, especially for independent pharmacies.
Recent outbreaks in the United States are a reason to be concerned about vaccine misinformation getting to the public through social media.
As participation in the 340B program becomes more of a political football especially in the upcoming 2020 election year, it is even more important to be mindful of access requirements and compliance tracking.
Every year, Drug Topics® asks pharmacists about their job experiences. These are the results from the 2019 annual pharmacy salary survey.
20% subcutaneous immunoglobulin therapy.
A set of performance measures for older adults with type 2 diabetes at greater risk for hypoglycemia published by the Endocrine Society and Avalere Health.
A study examined influenza vaccination requirements for children who attend child care centers.
Officials with the FDA have approved a new indication and label expansion for icosapent ethyl (Vascepa, Amarin).
As hospital and health systems experienced nearly 20% growth in the specialty drug market in 2018, health systems continue to establish their own specialty pharmacies or expand their existing capabilities.
A report issued this week at the 2019 American Society of Health System Pharmacists Midyear Clinical Meeting & Exposition from McKesson RxO detailed the major trends and challenges in health care ahead.
Approximately 1 in 8 women living in the United States will develop an invasive form of breast cancer at some point in her life
Various factors can affect a patient’s survival rate.
Two new best practices, a new classification, and 5 updated existing rules.
More than a year after announcing a pilot joint venture, Kroger and Walgreens have formed a group purchasing organization.
Awarded at the ASHP 2019 reception.
Takeaways from a roundtable at ASHP 2019.
Legislation aimed to do away with unfair direct and indirect renumeration (DIR) fees is moving forward.
Presented at the ASHP Midyear 2019.
Based upon results from a military population study presented at ASHP 2019.
The pair were recognized for contributions to the association and industry.
Results at ASHP 2019 suggest potential for administration errors without proper guidance.
RDTs can improve outcomes and reduce unnecessary antibiotic use.
Results from a poster at ASHP 2019.
Pharmacists provide clinical training and operational skillsets.
Health systems urged to adopt antibiotic stewardship programs by March 2020.