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February 15, 2019

Influenza vaccines this winter providing moderate levels of protection, CDC data show

Interim estimates from CDC suggest that this year's influenza vaccine is providing about 47% protection against all influenza infections.

February 14, 2019

FDA seeks participants for track-and-trace pilot projects

FDA announced in February the launch of a pilot project program to test innovative ways for drug supply chain members to overcome barriers in the development of the enhanced electronic, interoperable “track-and-trace” system. The pilot project program seeks applications from groups of trading partners, including pharmacies, to take an active role in testing advance systems that are expected to inform how final track-and-trace systems will work as Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA) implementation progresses.

February 14, 2019

FDA programs aim to improve quality and lower drug costs

FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb, MD, discussed on Wednesday steps the agency is taking to support efficiency in drug development and FDA's oversight of drug quality.

February 13, 2019

Gottlieb discusses efforts to secure U.S. drug supply chain, cites warning letter to McKesson

FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb discusses the agency's efforts to stop the spread of illicit opioids and further secure all aspects of the supply chain for legitimate medications, including opioids. On Tuesday, the agency announced it has issued its first warning letter under the Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA) to McKesson Corp.

February 12, 2019

Modification to clozapine REMS takes place February 28

According to a modified Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy (REMS) program for clozapine, starting February 28, 2019, pharmacists are no longer allowed to enroll patients in the Clozapine REMS Program, and pharmacies must also be certified to dispense clozapine.

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January 29, 2019

With pharmacists left out of medication-assisted treatment,…

Every day, more than 100 families suffer the loss of a loved one to an opioid overdose. On November 1, 2018, ours became one of them when my great-niece Chloe Archer lost her battle with opioid use…

Patients need pharmacists in many practice settings

You may have seen the topic of mail-order pharmacy in the media recently. For some consumers the convenience is important, and the services these folks receive meets their needs. We know there are …

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February 5, 2019

APhA Celebrates Pharmacists’ Contributions to Increasing U.S. Immunization Rates and Improving Health

The American Pharmacists Association (APhA) today announced the selection of recipients of its 2019 Immunization Champion Awards recognizing individuals and organizations who have made extraordinary contributions toward improved vaccination rates within their communities.

February 4, 2019

APhA Issues Revised Guidelines for Pharmacy-based Immunization Advocacy and Administration

As the pharmacist role in raising the rate of immunizations continues to expand, the American Pharmacists Association (APhA) has revised its Guidelines for Pharmacy-based Immunization Advocacy and Administration. The Guidelines cover five areas of focus: Prevention, Partnership, Quality, Documentation, and Empowerment.

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