Community/Retail

Drug abuse by pharmacists can have serious personal and professional consequences--but ignoring the problem won't make it go away.

Tighter restrictions were proposed in reaction to the multi-state meningitis outbreak caused by contaminated steroids produced by a Massachusetts compounding pharmacy.

In a study of their experiences in a transition of care program, hospital pharmacists had a number of recommendations for improvement.

Institutions such as hospitals must be on the lookout for employees whose poor attitude can undermine the morale of others-and find ways to improve the behavior of these low performers.

Local pharmacy associations can be a great way to become more engaged with your fellow pharmacists, both professionally and socially.

Patients may have questions about taking antioxidants.

Flu shots are in short supply as the 2012-2013 season ramps up a month earlier than usual, but there are signs that this year's outbreak may peak early as well.

Joseph Moose, PharmD, was selected from among the winners of the 10 award categories as the 2012 Next-Generation Pharmacist.

Joseph Moose, PharmD, is a fourth-generation pharmacist who emphasizes medication therapy management services and patient counseling.

Zachary Marcum, PharmD, creates new avenues of care by combining his pharmacy expertise with the world of clinical medicine and research.

Peter Crouch, RPh, has tended to his community's health by offering free classes to local patients on heart health and diabetes care.

Stephen Vogt, PharmD, endeavors to create personalized treatment strategies for each patient.

Marty Feltner, PharmD, works to expand patient coverage with vaccines and implemented Nebraska's first international travel vaccine clinic in 2006.

MAJ Debra Cosby, PharmD, has active-duty experience in Kosovo and Qatar, and has pursued a specialization in psychiatric medications.

Bent Gay, BSPharm, owns Gayco Healthcare in Dublin, GA, which serves locations including skilled nursing, hospice, and correctional institutions.

Michelle Earich, CPhT, has developed and implemented a management program to ensure adequate follow-up on patient clinical concerns.

Sheri Winner made advocacy for both pharmacists and patients a trademark of her years at the University of Oklahoma College of Pharmacy.

In his 50 years as a pharmacist, Lonnie Hollingsworth, PharmD, has earned a lengthy list of honors, professional organization posts, and awards.

In a new book, a former pharmacist argues that chain pharmacies have sacrificed safety in the interest of higher profits.

From a grassroots petition launched by a PharmD candidate to a concerted effort among CEOs of national pharmacy associations, the push is on to win health care provider status for pharmacists.

Based on their findings that patients are more likely to stop taking antiepileptic drugs when pills change color upon refill, researchers argue that the FDA should require generic pills to mimic the appearance of their brand-name equivalents.

An analysis of published and unpublished trials of Z drugs finds that almost half their ability to help users fall asleep is due to the placebo effect.

Medication nonadherence leads to billion dollar losses for pharmaceutical companies, a report indicates.

Patients are increasingly willing to visit pharmacy-based clinics for their health care needs, according to the results of a recent survey.

The bill to avert the "fiscal cliff" passed by Congress will affect the majority of Americans, but several provisions will impact retail pharmacies in particular.

The author's own experience dealing with bipolar disorder has convinced him that we would all be better off if those with mental health issues received better treatment.