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Pharmacists on Front Lines in Administering Flu Vaccinations
Florida Public-Private Partnership underscores the importance of pharmacists in helping patients prepare for the upcoming flu season.
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Pharmacist-Led Anticoagulation Service Improves Care Coordination
The pharmacist-directed service can improve coordination of care from the hospital to an outpatient clinic for patients taking warfarin.
Kerr Drug Launches 2011-2012 Flu Shot Program
Yoga Reduces Pain in Fibromyalgia Patients
A new study by York University researchers finds that practicing yoga can reduce the symptoms of chronic pain in women with fibromyalgia.
Caffeine Can Ease Postdural Puncture Headaches
A new study found that caffeine tablets may ease the painful throbbing in those who suffer headaches following a spinal tap.
Report: Walgreens to Expand into Health Insurance Market
Bartell Drugs Kicks Off Annual School Supply Drive
Shionogi Inks Deal to Acquire Victory Pharma
Among the products included as part of the acquisition are 7 pain medications and 2 infectious disease treatments.
Survey Identifies Roadblocks for Community Pharmacists
Community pharmacists say audits and unfair reimbursement practices undermine their ability to provide effective patient care.
Pain Medication Abuse a Problem in Teens
Adolescents who misuse controlled meds are more likely to abuse other drugs and distribute pain meds to others, a study found.
MTM Advisory Board Updates Definition of Key Pharmacist Service
Comprehensive Medication Review, a focus of recent MTM programs, is an effective tool that can improve the impact of medication therapy and enhance outcomes.
Pharmacy Groups File Brief for Right to Challenge Medicaid Cuts
Reps from APhA, NACDS, NCPA, and NASPA argue that argues that a 10% Medicaid reimbursement cut in California violates the federal patient access law.
Zinc Lozenges May Shorten Common Cold Duration
A meta-analysis of more than a dozen trials indicates that zinc lozenges that dissolve slowly in the mouth may be a useful treatment option for colds.
FDA Approves Morphine Sulfate Solution for Pain Relief
The opioid analgesic is indicated for the relief of moderate to severe acute and chronic pain in opioid-tolerant patients.
Rite Aid Launches Oral Health Education Program
Studies Show Changing Attitudes toward Alzheimer's
New research finds that the majority of patients would want to be tested for Alzheimer's, and that women bear most of the caregiving burden.
Specialty Pharmacists Urge FTC to Block PBM Merger
Opposition to the Express Scripts-Medco merger stems from concerns over reduced access, increased prices, and diminished patient care.
Flu "Super Antibody" Provides Hope for Universal Vaccine
The discovery of the an antibody that can fight all types of influenza A viruses may turn out to be a turning point in the development of new vaccines.
Maximum Dose for Tylenol Lowered
New dosing instructions announced to help encourage appropriate acetaminophen use and reduce the risk of accidental overdose.
Smartphones Linked to Visual Fatigue and Headache
A new study from the University of California finds that images placed in front of the screen can increase visual discomfort.
Publix Offers Free Diabetes Screenings
New Therapy May Help Patients with Unexplained Pain and Fatigue
A new form of therapy may help patients with symptoms such as pain, weakness, or dizziness that can't be explained by an underlying disease.
FDA Approves REMS for Actiq and Fentora
Cephalon to provide education modules for two products indicated for the management of breakthrough pain in opioid-tolerant patients with cancer.
NCPA, NACDS Voice Concerns over Proposed Express Scripts-Medco Merger
Combining two major PBMs combine will make it too difficult for community and independent pharmacists to compete, association leaders say.
Addiction Still Common in Chronic Pain Patients
Despite the new APA definition of pain addiction, the number of individuals who meet the addiction criteria remains the same.
Walgreens, LSU Unite to Improve Care Coordination in New Orleans
FDA Approves Vaccines for the 2011-2012 Flu Season
With flu season just around the corner, the FDA has approved the formulation for the 2011-2012 vaccine.
Bucking the Trend: Getting Patients to Take Steps to Control Diabetes
Getting patients who have diabetes -- or who are at risk -- to make proactive changes is difficult, but it's not impossible.
Bill Introduced to Restore Ability to Buy OTC Meds with Flex Spending
NCPA endorses the bipartisan legislation, which would repeal a portion of the new health care reform law.
Pharmacist Tapped to Fill Senate Vacancy in Ohio
Second-term state Rep. David Burke's experience in health care and economic development expected to be an asset, colleague says.