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2024 Technology Trends
2024 Technology Trends
2024 Technology Trends
September 27, 2023
As we look ahead to 2024, the pharmacy landscape is poised to undergo transformative changes driven by technology.
CVS Pharmacists, Staff in Kansas City Stage Walkout Over Working Conditions
CVS Pharmacists, Staff in Kansas City Stage Walkout Over Working Conditions
CVS Pharmacists, Staff in Kansas City Stage Walkout Over Working Conditions
September 26, 2023
Pharmacists at nearly 2 dozen CVS pharmacy locations called out sick Thursday and Friday to protest recent corporate decisions they say put patients at risk of serious harm.
Education Gaps Exist for Veterinary Pharmacy
Education Gaps Exist for Veterinary Pharmacy
Education Gaps Exist for Veterinary Pharmacy
September 22, 2023
Limited veterinary pharmacy training is available, other than a handful of pharmacy schools that provide elective courses on the topic.
Understaffing at CVS Pharmacies in Ohio Lead to Concerns About Patient Safety
Understaffing at CVS Pharmacies in Ohio Lead to Concerns About Patient Safety
Understaffing at CVS Pharmacies in Ohio Lead to Concerns About Patient Safety
September 20, 2023
The Ohio Board of Pharmacy found during several inspections that some CVS stores in the state had dirty conditions, a lack of control over dangerous medications, and months-long wait times for medications.
Pharmacy Organizations Establish Pharmacy Workforce Suicide Awareness Day
Pharmacy Organizations Establish Pharmacy Workforce Suicide Awareness Day
Pharmacy Organizations Establish Pharmacy Workforce Suicide Awareness Day
September 20, 2023
Suicides among health care professionals are estimated to occur at a higher rate than in the general public.
Mobile Apps for Medication Management
Mobile Apps for Medication Management
Mobile Apps for Medication Management
September 19, 2023
Pharmacists and patients can utilize mobile apps to help manage medications.
Technology Tools Increase Patient Safety in the Pharmacy
Technology Tools Increase Patient Safety in the Pharmacy
Technology Tools Increase Patient Safety in the Pharmacy
September 18, 2023
From automated medication dispensing systems to telepharmacy services, technology can help reduce the risk of adverse patient events.
PBM Transparency Legislation Expected to be Brought by Congress
PBM Transparency Legislation Expected to be Brought by Congress
PBM Transparency Legislation Expected to be Brought by Congress
September 13, 2023
Over the last two legislative sessions, many bills have been introduced in the both the House and the Senate, but there are four bills that are important to watch.
Live Now: Take Our Year-End Survey
Live Now: Take Our Year-End Survey
Live Now: Take Our Year-End Survey
September 1, 2023
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Filling Prescriptions for Pet Patients: Best Practices
Filling Prescriptions for Pet Patients: Best Practices
Filling Prescriptions for Pet Patients: Best Practices
August 29, 2023
Filling prescriptions for animals is essentially the same as filling prescriptions for humans—with some key differences.
Why Should Independent Pharmacies Stock Pet Medications?
Why Should Independent Pharmacies Stock Pet Medications?
Why Should Independent Pharmacies Stock Pet Medications?
August 29, 2023
Caring for pets is easier when a pharmacist is involved.
Pharmacy Staffing Shortages Lead to Disruptions in Patient Care
Pharmacy Staffing Shortages Lead to Disruptions in Patient Care
Pharmacy Staffing Shortages Lead to Disruptions in Patient Care
August 25, 2023
A 2022 survey conducted by the National Community Pharmacists Association reported that more than 70% of pharmacies were struggling to fill staff positions.
Rise of Third-Party Pharmacy Audits
Rise of Third-Party Pharmacy Audits
Rise of Third-Party Pharmacy Audits
August 24, 2023
A greater number of pharmacy audits are originating not only from third party payors, but also from various government agencies, such as Medicare and Medicaid.
Mid-Year Updates on PBM Legislation
Mid-Year Updates on PBM Legislation
Mid-Year Updates on PBM Legislation
August 24, 2023
The Modernizing and Ensuring PBM Accountability Act, recently passed by the Senate Finance Committee, aims to regulate PBMs in the Medicare Part D, Medicare Advance, and Medicaid spaces.
How AI Can Improve Controlled Substance Security
How AI Can Improve Controlled Substance Security
How AI Can Improve Controlled Substance Security
August 17, 2023
Each year, drug diversion is estimated to cost the US health care system an estimated $70 billion. Outside of these costs, drug diversion poses a significant risk to patient safety and patient’s communities.
Rethinking Pharmacy Education in the Era of Artificial Intelligence
Rethinking Pharmacy Education in the Era of Artificial Intelligence
Rethinking Pharmacy Education in the Era of Artificial Intelligence
August 16, 2023
As AI becomes more prevalent, how must the pharmacy world change how it learns?
Food Is Medicine: Pharmacists Can Advance Policies for Healthier Communities
Food Is Medicine: Pharmacists Can Advance Policies for Healthier Communities
Food Is Medicine: Pharmacists Can Advance Policies for Healthier Communities
August 15, 2023
It's an exciting time for policies being made around food as medicine.
Expert Interview: Exploring the Full Capabilities of Generative AI
Expert Interview: Exploring the Full Capabilities of Generative AI
Expert Interview: Exploring the Full Capabilities of Generative AI
August 14, 2023
Generative AI is the fastest growing technology ever, and is anticipated to be adopted faster than the world wide web.
US Representatives From Ohio, New Hampshire Write Bipartisan Letter to FDA Warning of Potential DSCSA Problems
US Representatives From Ohio, New Hampshire Write Bipartisan Letter to FDA Warning of Potential DSCSA Problems
US Representatives From Ohio, New Hampshire Write Bipartisan Letter to FDA Warning of Potential DSCSA Problems
August 14, 2023
The act is currently set to go into effect in just over three months.
Illinois Governor Signs Legislation Targeting PBM Retaliation
Illinois Governor Signs Legislation Targeting PBM Retaliation
Illinois Governor Signs Legislation Targeting PBM Retaliation
August 14, 2023
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker signed into a law a bill prohibiting PBM retaliation against pharmacists who disclose information during government proceedings.
Video: Bringing Health Care Closer to Home
Video: Bringing Health Care Closer to Home
Video: Bringing Health Care Closer to Home
August 13, 2023
What can pharmacists do to bring innovative care models into their stores to serve their communities?
Upcoming DIR Fee Changes Still Causing Concern for Pharmacists
Upcoming DIR Fee Changes Still Causing Concern for Pharmacists
Upcoming DIR Fee Changes Still Causing Concern for Pharmacists
August 12, 2023
New DIR fee rules eliminate clawbacks, but may create cashflow challenges for pharmacies in the first half of 2024.
Conference Preview: NACDS Total Store Expo
Conference Preview: NACDS Total Store Expo
Conference Preview: NACDS Total Store Expo
August 9, 2023
The NACDS Total Store Expo takes place August 12 through 14, 2023 in San Diego, California.
Veterinary Prescriptions Made Easy
Veterinary Prescriptions Made Easy
Veterinary Prescriptions Made Easy
August 1, 2023
How can e-prescribing improve the workflow between pharmacists and their veterinarian colleagues?
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