COVID-19

Pharmacists push against state-level limits on dispensing of hydroxychloroquine for coronavirus disease 2019.

Hospitals can apply at no cost to locate and trade critical supplies to help ease drug shortages during the pandemic.

One of the critical barriers surrounding the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic is the lack of access to testing, specifically among high-risk populations.

Novartis and Rising Pharmaceuticals are donating doses of hydroxychloroquine to be utilized by researchers investigating safety and efficacy against COVID-19.

The Department of Health and Human Services said that there are only 5 locations out of 67,000 pharmacy sites with the capacity to test for COVID-19 through the Community-Based Testing Site program.

Today’s pharmacy hero is Shawn Hodges, PharmD, of Innovation Compounding Pharmacy in Kennesaw, Georgia.

Rural community pharmacies evolve to continue serving low-income patients with chronic conditions during the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic.

The collaboration will combine VBI’s viral vaccine experience and coronavirus antigens with the NRC’s unique COVID-19 antigens and assay development capabilities.

The FDA has announced that it is accelerating the development of potentially safe and effective life-saving treatments for patients with the coronavirus 2019 disease.

Key best practices for protecting pharmacy personnel during the COVID-19 pandemic.

This group of health care professionals has experienced the burdens associated with increased patient demands, the potential for exposure, and shifting role expectations.

The National Association of Boards of Pharmacy Passport is a temporary authorization that facilitates pharmacists and pharmacy technicians practicing in another state.

Pharmacists can play an important role in educating patients about poison prevention tips during the pandemic, and discuss the dangers of home remedies.

A recent study has detailed information on the potential dangers and the application of QTc monitoring to guide treatment when using drugs that can cause heart rhythm changes.

The length of time patients remained contagious after the end of their symptoms, however, ranged from 1 to 8 days.

"We are trying to stay strong, and we couldn’t cope with this situation if it wasn’t for our deep team connection.”

While the drugs are not currently FDA-approved for COVID-19, the FDA noted that they are recommended in some countries for COVID-19.

Members of the Society of Infectious Diseases Pharmacists (SIDP) have been on the forefront of the pandemic, reviewing treatment data and assisting in interpretation for clinical use.

How has COVID-19 affected our lives?

In the midst of rapid industry changes and new demands brought by the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic, pharmacy technicians are taking on new roles and responsibilities.

According to the researchers, the case fatality rate for patients with COVID-19 and cardiovascular disease is 10.5%.

Other therapeutic possibilities include a combination of HIV-1 protease inhibitors.

Following the precautions many grocery stores across the nation have taken, various pharmacies in the United States are altering their hours and other services to cater to high-risk and senior citizen shoppers due to concerns surrounding the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) spread.

Today we’re celebrating 3 pharmacists for their amazing work organizing a drive-through testing center.

The letter was issued by the American Pharmacists Association, the Alliance for Pharmacy Compounding, the National Community Pharmacists Association, and the National Alliance of State Pharmacy Associations.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, pharmacists are concerned not only about shortages in drugs that could treat the virus, but also medications for managing other conditions.

The waivers were approved within days of the states' submissions.

Curtis E. Haas, PharmD, FCCP, editor-in-chief of Pharmacy Times: Directions in Health-System Pharmacy, and chief pharmacy officer for the University of Rochester’s health care system, discusses preparation for potential patient surge due to COVID-19.

Today’s pharmacy hero is Diane Berkley, CPhT. In addition to working full time at a local hospital during the day, Berkley also works part-time at a community pharmacy.

The FDA has issued a statement regarding action to help increase the supply of ventilators, ventilator tubing connectors, and ventilator accessories during the COVID-19 pandemic.