February 2 Practice & Trends OTC Hearing Aids OTC hearing aids bring opportunities for professional collaboration PT February 2023, Volume 29, Number 2 After FDA approval of OTC hearing aids last summer, pharmacies may already be stocking these items. Sonya Collins
February 7 Crossword Challenge Crossword Challenge Crossword Challenge: Test your knowledge! PT February 2023, Volume 29, Number 2 Take the Crossword Challenge
February 7 Bulletin Today Bulletin Today News roundup PT February 2023, Volume 29, Number 2 What’s the longer-term effect of treatment for critically ill patients with COVID-19? FDA issues guidance on homeopathic drugs. Drug overdose deaths among teenagers surged during the COVID-19 pandemic.
February 7 Practice & Trends Self-Care Product Survey Cough, cold, and allergy PT February 2023, Volume 29, Number 2 While there may not be a known cure for colds, we can at least reduce bothersome symptoms, improve our sense of well-being, and receive some relief.
February 7 Practice & Trends On the Cover CDC releases new pain management guidelines, advocating tailored care for patients PT February 2023, Volume 29, Number 2 CDC’s updated guidelines on pain management are “a step in the right direction,” said Chris Herndon, PharmD, BCACP, FASHP, FCCP. Loren Bonner
February 7 Practice & Trends On the Docket When cutting costs doesn’t pay PT February 2023, Volume 29, Number 2 Rising health care costs are a concern for every health care institution. Residential assisted living facilities (RALFs) are among the health care institutions constantly looking for ways to promote efficiency and reduce costs. David B. Brushwood, BSPharm, JD
February 7 Practice & Trends Error Alert Using Vigiv for mpox? The concentration is not as it may seem PT February 2023, Volume 29, Number 2 A prescriber ordered vaccinia immune globulin intravenous, human (Vigiv–Cangene Corporation) 6,000 units/kg for a hospitalized 3.49 kg neonate (total dose of 20,940 units) with mpox-like symptoms. Institute for Safe Medication Practices, Horsham, PA