Brick-and-Mortar Pharmacy Satisfaction Lags Behind Supermarket, Mail Order Pharmacies
JD Power released its 2025 US Pharmacy Study detailing customer satisfaction with brick-and-mortar, mail order, supermarket, and mass-market retail pharmacies.
Multifaceted Approach Is Necessary for Pharmacist-Led Medication Take-back
Researchers explore factors influencing pharmacists' willingness to provide medication takeback services, highlighting the need for improved disposal practices and education.
Pharmacists Welcome Mental Health Interventions for Long-Term Condition Patients
Community pharmacists embrace mental health interventions to combat depression and anxiety in long-term condition patients, enhancing overall care and accessibility.
Updated COVID-19 mRNA Vaccine Did Not Increase Risk for Adverse Events
The 2024-2025 updated COVID-19 vaccine containing the Omicron JN.1 lineage did not increase the risk of 29 adverse events of special interest.
SGLT-2 Inhibitors Decrease Risk of Serious Liver Events
Among patients with cirrhosis receiving diuretic therapy, researchers explore the association between SGLT-2 inhibitors and the risk of serious liver outcomes.
Q&A: PBM Reform, Other Policy Considerations to Combat Pharmacy Deserts
Michael Murphy, PharmD, MBA, joined Drug Topics to present his ideas for correcting the growing issue of pharmacy deserts and unprecedented closures across the country.
Q&A: Pharmacists Boost Team Safety Through Communication
Kristen Jones, PharmD, discusses leadership strategies in pharmacy management that prioritize emotional intelligence and communication for enhanced team performance and patient care.
Q&A: Expert Discusses Challenges in Business of Pharmacy | McKesson ideaShare
Pharmacy professionals evolve into strategic leaders, mastering emotional intelligence and management skills to navigate complex workplace dynamics and enhance patient care.
Pharmacy Technicians and Patient Safety: Your Role in Preventing Medication Errors
Q&A: Factors Influencing Perception of Pharmacy as a Career
The pharmacy profession is being reshaped by new roles, shifting expectations, and increasing pressure on workplace conditions.
Senators Reintroduce Bill to Improve Pharmacist Medicare Reimbursement
Senators Warner and Thune reintroduced the ECAPS legislation improving both seniors’ access to care and pharmacists’ ability to get reimbursed for clinical services.
GLP-1s Lower Mortality, Neurodegeneration Risks
Researchers explored how the GLP-1 medications semaglutide and tirzepatide impact incidence rates in a variety of health-related outcomes.
Menopause Website Helps Women Make Treatment, Management Decisions
A study found that the MyMenoplan website significantly improved users’ menopause knowledge, treatment awareness, and decision-making confidence.
HHS Adopts ACIP Recommendation to Eliminate Thimerosal From Flu Shots
Secretary of US Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr also approved all recommendations issued from the April ACIP meeting.
FDA Approval Makes Delgocitinib Cream First Chronic Hand Eczema Therapy for Adults
LEO Pharma’s topical medication was shown to be safe and effective in adult patients with moderate-to-severe hand eczema.
FDA Panel Weighs Risks, Benefits of SSRI Use During Pregnancy
The risk of untreated depression for pregnant women can cause adverse outcomes, which can include relapse in mood symptoms, suicide, and overdose death.
Premature Ovarian Insufficiency Associated With Depressive Symptoms
Women with premature ovarian insufficiency experience a high prevalence of depressive symptoms, highlighting the need for comprehensive, multidisciplinary care.
Pharmacy Access Determined by Drive Time Underestimates Inequality
Amid uncertainty about the best factors for measuring and defining pharmacy deserts, researchers explored the impacts of drive time and inequities in pharmacy access.
Q&A: Helping Patients Stay on Track With Insulin Counseling
Pharmacists can improve insulin safety and adherence by combining in-person counseling with practical tools, regular check-ins, and proactive education.
Q&A: Pharmacy Desert Improvement Reliant on Industry Advocacy, Reform
Michael Murphy, PharmD, MBA, provided insights on his research regarding pharmacy deserts, who they impact the most, and the methods needed to improve them in the US.
Q&A: Improving Pharmacy Staff Well-Being Through Supervisor Support, Workplace Culture
Addressing harassment, strengthening leadership, and involving frontline pharmacy staff in decision-making are key steps toward a healthier, more supportive work environment.
Flu Vaccine Benefits Both Vaccinated, Unvaccinated Patients
Flu vaccination significantly reduces illness in vaccinated and unvaccinated individuals, highlighting its importance in public health strategies.
Extremely Severe Pediatric Obesity Prevalence Increased Over Last 15 Years
From 2008 to 2023, the relative increase of pediatric patients with obesity classes 4 to 5 was 253.1%.
Why Pharmacy Students Choose Patient-Facing, Non–Patient-Facing Roles
With an emphasis on the factors that differentiate the future roles of pharmacists, researchers sought to better understand the career intentions of pharmacy students.
Q&A: Supporting Ongoing Insulin Use Through Pharmacy Counseling
Pharmacists play a key role in monitoring insulin use by addressing dosing, storage, and symptom management through regular, supportive patient check-ins.
FDA Approves Insulin Aspart-Xjhz as First Interchangeable Biosimilar to NovoLog
The FDA approves Kirsty, an interchangeable biosimilar insulin, enhancing diabetes treatment options and accessibility for patients.
Q&A: Helping Patients Navigate the First Steps of Insulin Therapy
Community pharmacists play a crucial role in helping patients start insulin with confidence through education, emotional support, and hands-on guidance.
Pharmacists Demonstrate Professional Identity Through Provider, Patient-Focused Roles
Using the Q Methodology to account for subjectivity in responses, pharmacists self-identified their professional identities.
2023-2024 COVID-19 Vaccine Efficacy Wanes Over Time
New study data reveal the waning effectiveness of 2023-2024 COVID-19 vaccines, highlighting the need for ongoing vaccinations and pharmacist involvement.
Inflammation Linked With Depressive Moods for Older Adults With Insomnia
Older adults with insomnia face heightened depression risks during inflammation, highlighting the need for targeted monitoring and treatment strategies.
