This Week on Drug Topics: February 22 to 26
Here’s a preview of the featured content to watch for this week on Drug Topics®.
Coronavirus Research News
With an estimated 64.1 million coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccine doses administered in the US as of this article’s press time, keeping up with pandemic news is more important than ever. Check back to Drug Topics® to stay informed on the latest coronavirus-related news and research.
Read more coronavirus-related news.
American Heart Month
February is American Heart Month. Check out our Heart Health section for the latest news and research on cardiovascular-related issues, including COVID-19 effects on heart disease risk.
Medical World News Updates
Part 2 of Drug Topics’ interview with Kaitlyn Rivard, PharmD, infectious diseases clinical pharmacist at the Cleveland Clinic, will be available on our Expert Interviews section. Rivard will discuss key insights, advice, and experience in developing an effective COVID-19 vaccination program.
Watch part 1 of Kaitlyn Rivard’s interview.
Part 2 of our interview with Lee Rosebush of BakerHostetler law firm will also go live this week. Rosebush discussed the firm’s interactive state-by-state COVID-19 vaccine rollout guide, as well as issues related to regulation and compliance for pharmacies amid the pandemic.
Watch part 1 of Lee Rosebush’s interview.
Over the Counter: New Podcast Episode
Don’t miss the newest episode of Over the Counter, where Jon Copeland, CEO of American Associated Pharmacies (AAP), covers trending topics, including digital health, the Amazon effect, PBM accountability, and pharmacy cooperatives.
Listen to more podcast episodes.
Upcoming Webinar on Integrating CBD Into Your Pharmacy
Don’t miss our next webinar with Chris Howard, VP, general counsel and chief compliance officer, and Mike Sullivan, director, trade marketing of E-Alternative Solutions (EAS), who will be joining Drug Topics® for this 1-hour webinar to address these concerns and equip you with the knowledge to effectively navigate the CBD industry.
Drug Topics® Journal, February 2021 Digital Edition
The February 2021 digital edition of Drug Topics Journal is now available on DrugTopics.com. In this issue, pharmacists share tips for engaging with patients online, and our cover story highlights practicing culturally competent care to fight health disparities.
View the February digital issue.
In Case You Missed It: Biden Administration Buys 100 Million More COVID-19 Vaccine Doses
The US government has purchased 100 million more vaccine doses for COVID-19 to stay ahead of increasing demand.
