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How Drug Spam Hooks Patients
Up and Away: 5 Tips for Storing Medicine Safely
Should Plan B Stay Behind the Counter?
HHS Secretary Kathleen Sebelius overruled FDA's decision to approve the OTC sale of emergency contraceptives to teenagers younger than 17.
FDA to Investigate Bleeding Risk of Dabigatran
As FDA undertakes a new safety review of Pradaxa, pharmacists should educate patients who take the drug to recognize signs of serious bleeding.
Health News: Best and Worst Sites for Patients
In a critical review of major news organizations' online health coverage, some sites fared better than others.
The Pitfalls of E-Prescribing
Pharmacists and physicians say electronic prescribing has potential to save time and reduce errors, but that systems currently in use are flawed.
Polypharmacy Tied to Erectile Dysfunction
4 Drugs Cause Most Hospitalizations in Seniors
Screening Kids for High Cholesterol
Cholesterol tests should be given to all children as early as age 9, according to new guidelines from the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute.
IMS: Drug Shortages Highly Concentrated
New report finds cancer drugs and generic injectables are scarcest, calls for early warning system to prevent shortages from disrupting patient care.
Medco Plans to Block Generic Lipitor
The threat of generic competition prompted Pfizer to grant discounts on Lipitor to PBMs who agree not to cover its generic equivalent.
Weighing Obesity's Impact on Flu Shots
Researchers investigated whether a weakened vaccine is behind high rates of flu-related complications and hospitalization in obese patients.
OTC Thyroid Drugs Pose Health Risks
Ingredients in OTC thyroid supplements have few benefits and may cause dangerous side effects, experts say.
Doctors Underestimate Language Gaps
Physicians who speak a second language are likely to overrate their ability to communicate medical information, new research shows.
Social Media Tied To Teens' Drug Use
Medco CEO Under Fire for Anti-Retail Remarks
The "robots vs. pharmacists" debate is reignited as Medco's chief questions community pharmacists' role in improving health outcomes.
Top Medicare Plans Cash in on 5-Star Rank
Big changes to Medicare's ratings system mean more choices for patients as private plans compete for beneficiaries.
Kids' Use of Asthma Controller Drugs Doubled
More children are relying on long-term controller medications to keep asthma in check, a new report finds.
NCPA: Medicare Cuts Would Limit Independents' Role in Diabetes Care
Medicare Part B's competitive bidding program for diabetes supplies gives mail-order and large chain pharmacies an unfair advantage, critics say.
Independent Pharmacists Face Challenges Head on
At NCPA's 113th Annual Convention & Trade Exposition, industry leaders zeroed in on the obstacles and opportunities facing independent pharmacy.
Medicare Chief, Huckabee Stress Pharmacists' Key Role
Pharmacist-provided services are critical to delivering high-quality, cost-effective care, decision makers said in opening remarks at NCPA's annual meeting.
Health Teams Divided on Who to Call
The turf war in health care over who should be called "doctor" is heating up as non-physicians seek a larger role in patient care.
Parents Still Fear Routine Child Vaccines
Persistent worries about the safety of childhood vaccines could undercut national immununization efforts, a new survey finds.
Pfizer Warns of Fake Drugs Sold Online
The dangers of counterfeit medicine are the focus of a new patient education campaign launched by Pfizer and the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy
Gadget Guide
This semester, hit the books and have more fun with help from these handy gadgets.
App Wrap: 8 Great Apps for Pharmacists
Here are the latest apps that can make your life easier, provide great resources for your pharmacy career, and offer practical tools.
Building a Professional Presence Online
Social media can be messy, whether you are seasoned veteran or a newcomer. Here are some guidelines to help you navigate the perils of your online activities and build a positive presence.