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A new study finds that changes in pain severity can predict subsequent severity of depression, and that worsening of depression can predict pain severity.

Medicare Part B's competitive bidding program for diabetes supplies gives mail-order and large chain pharmacies an unfair advantage, critics say.

When insomnia begins to negatively impact a patient's quality of life, pharmacists can explain the nonpharmalogic and pharmalogic treatment options.

Telephone-based care enables pharmacists to reach more patients and take on a larger role in diabetes management.

Community pharmacists posses a keen sense of responsibility that shows itself in real action during a crisis and commitment to the people they serve.

At NCPA's 113th Annual Convention & Trade Exposition, industry leaders zeroed in on the obstacles and opportunities facing independent pharmacy.

Pharmacist-provided services are critical to delivering high-quality, cost-effective care, decision makers said in opening remarks at NCPA's annual meeting.

South Dakota State University student pharmacists are working to improve medication adherence through the 'Script Your Future' campaign.

Researchers cite 'astronomical costs' associated with prescribing of brand name statins when generic alternatives were available.

Flu shot campaigns can help change the image of the community pharmacy image into one of a community health center. Are you taking advantage?

A new study finds that patients taking long-acting opioids are more than 3 times as likely to develop pneumonia.

The grants are designed to foster the creation or expansion of a patient-focused residency program in which faculty will oversee pharmacy students.

Findings from a new study point to the need for interventions to help patients take medications properly and manage their disease more effectively.

When lifestyle modifications and OTC treatment are not sufficient for the relief of chronic constipation, there is a prescription option available.

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.

Persistent worries about the safety of childhood vaccines could undercut national immununization efforts, a new survey finds.

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

Abby Caplan Reynolds, PharmD, winner if the 2011 Rising Star of the Year Award, distinguishes herself as a strong advocate for medication therapy management.

A new survey from Consumer Reports finds that patients are skimping on medications and putting off doctor visits to save money.