All News

Lissette Logan, PharmD, COO at OvaryIt, joined Drug Topics to discuss the fragmentation of contraceptive care in the US and how pharmacists are uniquely positioned to provide these services.

Bill Wolfe, COO at WriteWise and former President of Aetna’s Pharmacy Management team, discusses the evolution of pharmacy benefits and where PBM and pharmacist roles fall in between.

Dani Markus, PharmD, MBA, discusses the importance of technology in the modern pharmacy era and how it's helping community pharmacists become central figures in health care.

Athena Rae Roesler, MPH, and Anna Lin-Schweitzer, MPH, from the Milken Institute, discuss pharmacists’ role as essential care partners that improve a variety of health concerns for their community’s patients.

Saeed Aboelzahab, director of consumer health at Cardinal Health, discusses the opportunities for community pharmacies to grow revenue through Medicare Advantage OTC benefits.

Shantel Upshaw Houston, PharmD, discusses the vital role of pharmacists in bridging health care gaps and fostering community connections to improve patient care.

Tripp Logan, PharmD, and Jake Galdo, PharmD, discuss the nuances behind community pharmacy practices and the importance of understanding patient, policymaker, and provider perspectives.

In a world of decreasing access to medications that are rising dramatically in price, Andrew Maiorini, PharmD, FAHM, reminds us of the power of patient engagement and communication.

Explore effective strategies for managing menstrual pain, including diet, exercise, and nonpharmacological therapies, while embracing women's health awareness.

Regardless of which stakeholders are involved, a collective, team effort is necessary to achieve state- and federal-level PBM reform.

After sharing his son’s tragic story, Bil Schmidtknecht discusses the common ways the Big 3 PBMs operate and how smaller organizations are on the rise, becoming unlikely competitors.

Laura Knockel, PharmD, BCACP, emphasize the importance of evidence-based recommendations and reliable resources for parents.

Confusion arises as health organizations diverge on COVID-19 vaccine recommendations for children, highlighting the need for clear guidance and support.

In part 3 of our interview with Joey Mattingly, PharmD, MBA, PhD, he discusses potential government policies for reducing pharmacy closures.

Small, evidence-based steps, resource awareness, advocacy, and interprofessional training can make health literacy a practical and sustainable part of pharmacy practice.

Equitable pharmacy care means tailoring support to individual patients while using existing health literacy resources to make information more accessible.

Pharmacists can advance health equity by tailoring patient communication and advocating for system-level strategies that support health literacy.

Expert pharmacy business researcher Joey Mattingly, PharmD, MBA, PhD, joined Drug Topics to discuss recent trends in pharmacy churn and how it directly impacts patients.

Michelle Palmer, PharmD, FASCP, also emphasizes the importance of heat therapy, gentle exercise, adequate sleep, and relaxation techniques as management techniques.

Discover effective over-the-counter solutions for menstrual cramps, including NSAIDs and alternative therapies, to alleviate pain and discomfort.

Pharmacists can close health literacy gaps by prioritizing clear communication and ensuring patients leave with confidence in managing their care.

While experts have been measuring the impacts stemming from US pharmacy deserts, they are also working to establish a path forward to reduce closures and increase access.

Sustainable reimbursement and policy support are essential for community pharmacies to expand services, integrate care, and improve patient and population health outcomes.

Gaining insight from Walgreens’ senior director of immunizations, Samantha Picking, PharmD, discusses her company’s innovative approaches to boosting vaccination rates.

Community pharmacies can play a key role in addressing health-related social needs, but success requires overcoming different challenges.

Cross-training pharmacy staff as CHWs enables pharmacies to address patients’ social needs effectively and sustainably, improving engagement and health outcomes.

Integrating HRSN screening and referral services allows community pharmacies to address social and clinical needs and strengthen public health.

Leveraging staff support, multimodal education, and policy change can make CGM counseling more sustainable in community pharmacies.