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Two lots of the thyroid tablets are being recalled after testing found the lots to be subpotent.

Community pharmacy owner/manager respondents reported that patients’ prescriptions were transferred without permission.

The Trump administration released its COVID-19 vaccine strategy, with pharmacies among the list of suggested providers for distribution.

Labs and drug stores are making at-home coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) tests more accessible.

Eric Levin, CEO of Scripta Insights, discusses how "positive disruption" from private companies are positioned to confront challenges within the pharmaceutical industry.

The annual event, which convenes thousands of independent community pharmacies, moves to an immersive virtual environment on AmerisourceBergenLive.com

AmerisourceBergen and Good Neighbor Pharmacy (GNP) kicked off the first virtual ThoughtSpot, GNP’s annual independent community pharmacy conference and trade show.

After a temporary pause, investigators have received the green light to resume clinical trials for COVID-19 vaccine candidate AZD1222 following a safety review.

In a partnership with top health care experts, MJH Life Sciences™ COVID-19 Coalition will host its inaugural event, "Battling Dual Threats: Flu and COVID-19 Converge" on Tuesday, September 15, at 6 p.m. EDT.

Albertsons announced its pharmacies will begin to offer vaccinations to children 3 years and older nationwide.

Fluticasone furoate/umeclidinium/vilanterol (Trelegy Ellipta; GlaxoSmithKline) is indicated for the treatment of asthma in patients aged 18 years and older.

State-licensed pharmacists and pharmacy interns will be able to order and administer coronavirus disease 2019 vaccines under certain conditions.

Approval was based on a phase 3 clinical trial comparing the investigative doses with the approved 1.5 mg dose.

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NACDS is launching a nationwide awareness campaign on the importance of getting the flu vaccine this fall.

AstraZeneca’s investigational coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccine candidate, AZD1222, has expanded into a phase 3 clinical trial.

The affordability of insulin is a constant topic of discussion for diabetics and their care providers. While the cost of medication was already an issue for many diabetic patients, it has been further compounded by the ongoing pandemic.

Here's the coronavirus-related news from this week that you should know.

In the letter, NCPA stated that investigations should probe problems associated with mail order prescription plans.

Abbott’s BinaxNOW COVID-19 Ag Card rapid test produces results in 15 minutes.

NACDS is urging states to provide clarity on pharmacist-provided childhood vaccinations, and enhance overall patient access to vaccines.

Bayshore Pharmaceuticals issued a voluntary recall of 2 lots of its extended-release metformin products due to high levels of NDMA.

Mylan has launched the first FDA-approved generic version of Biogen’s dimethyl fumarate (Tecfidera) for relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis.

HHS authorized all state-licensed pharmacists to order and administer childhood vaccinations amid the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic.

NACDS is urging the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) to change how pharmacy reimbursement rates are calculated for drug discount cards.

MJH Life Sciences™ today announced it will host “Debating the Road Back to School,” a free, live, one-hour webinar on Thursday, Aug. 20, at 6 p.m. EDT.

The National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA) announced today its 2020 NCPA Annual Convention will be held virtually, October 18-19, 2020.

In a collaborative effort, the American Pharmacists Association and Walmart are offering free online training on opioid stewardship to all pharmacists and pharmacy technicians.

The US government and Moderna are collaborating to produce 100 million doses of investigational COVID-19 vaccine candidate mRNA-1273.

The opioid’s indication was based on several randomized controlled trials, where patients reported decreased pain.