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A Connecticut man sentenced to 6 years in prison last year for conspiracy to pass 2 forged prescriptions is now being accused of passing more fraudulent prescriptions successfully and netting more than 1000 tablets of medication.

Pharmacists immunize populations unlikely to otherwise receive vaccines. However, incompatible data systems obscure evidence of vaccination receipt and increase the risk of repetitive vaccination.

The FDA recently approved Janssen's ustekinumab (Stelara) for the treatment of moderate to severe active Crohn's disease in adults who have failed or were intolerant to treatment with immunomodulators or corticosteroids but never failed treatment with a tumor necrosis factor (TNF) blocker, as well as those who failed or were intolerant to treatment with one or more TNF blockers.

The U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention (USP) has posted for public comment its recommended revisions to the USP Medicare Model Guidelines (USP MMG) " a classification system that supports formulary development for medications covered under Medicare Part D benefits

Walgreens has announced the launch of Beauty Enthusiast, a new beauty club within its Balance Rewards loyalty program, which provides cardholders who register for Beauty Enthusiast with additional rewards on beauty and personal care items, as well as other benefits.

The US Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has reduced the amount of opioid controlled substances that may be manufactured in the United States in 2017.

Two of the biggest players in the retail pharmacy market are expected to merge this year. What does that mean for patients, pharmacists, and investors?

In celebration of American Pharmacists Month, Walgreens is recognizing its more than 27,000 community pharmacists for their dedication to patient care, and the growing and important role they continue to play in health care today.

About half of patients prescribed opioids for dental surgeries still have unused pills 3 weeks after their procedure.

Amneal Pharmaceuticals will begin shipping Yuvafem, the first generic equivalent of Novo Nordisk's Vagifem, this October.

The National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA) has written to the congressional committee that recently questioned the manufacturer of the EpiPen® about dramatic price hikes, and encouraged the panel's leaders to schedule a hearing examining pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) corporations at the center of prescription drug prices

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The Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy today kicks off AMCP Nexus 2016 with a wide variety of educational sessions and policy discussions covering such hot topics as managing the specialty drug spend, treating opioid abuse and communicating off-label health care economic information.

The Kroger Co. has launched its annual #SharingCourage campaign, lighting its headquarters building pink and encouraging customers to join in the fight against breast cancer by taking action online and in their communities.

In recognition of October's American Pharmacists Month, CVS Health is celebrating the important role its nearly 30,000 pharmacists play in helping patients on their path to better health.

To celebrate American Pharmacist Month, Rite Aid is asking customers nationwide to recognize their favorite pharmacy team member through its thirteenth annual Vote for Your Favorite Pharmacy Team Member Contest.

This November, the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy is releasing a longer North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination.

The FDA recently issued a warning against the use of homeopathic teething tablets and gels for infants and children.

You can pay for school, but you can't buy class.

They say money can't buy happiness, but study results suggest otherwise.

A recent robbery at a CVS pharmacy led multiple police departments on a 2-hour hunt for 5 men suspected of stealing OTC medications from the store.

Earlier this year, the CDC published data that raised concerns about the emergence of antibiotic-resistant gonorrhea. Now, a newly identified cluster of highly resistant gonorrhea infections in the United States has health officials urging for better treatment options.

All 4 dosage strengths of memantine and donepezil hydrochlorides (Namzaric) extended-release capsules are now available by prescription at US pharmacies.

Close to 19 million individuals 12 years and older misused prescription pain relievers, tranquilizers, stimulants, and sedatives in the past year

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Pharmacists who work in the pharmaceutical industry should be aware of emerging technology that may streamline drug development.

In order to help current and aspiring technicians prepare for the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam, the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board has released an updated version of its practice exam, as well as a new study app.

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