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May 21, 2019

How risky is benzodiazepine use in pregnancy?

Early pregnancy exposure to any benzodiazepine was associated with an increased risk of miscarriage in women, according to a new study published in JAMA Psychiatry.

May 21, 2019

Measles outbreak now at 880 cases, with fastest growth still in New York

CDC recorded 41 new cases of measles in the past week, bringing the total for this year's outbreak to 880. Thirty of the new cases were in New York state, especially in New York City and suburban Rockland County. Cases of measles have now been reported in 24 states.

May 20, 2019

Medication hoarding common during times of drug shortages

Data from a national survey published in JAMA Internal Medicine showed that most pharmacists experienced a drug shortage in the previous year and hoarded available supply as a common mitigation strategy.

May 20, 2019

How common is inappropriate use of transmucosal immediate-release fentanyl?

An analysis of FDA documents, including 6 years of Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy (REMS) assessment reports, indicated that many prescribers are using transmucosal immediate-release fentanyl (TIRF) inappropriately in opioid-nontolerant patients and in those with chronic, noncancer pain.

May 20, 2019

FDA warns against the use of unauthorized devices for diabetes management

FDA on Friday cautioned patients and health care professionals about the risks of using unapproved or unauthorized devices for diabetes management.

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by Thomas E. Menighan

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May 14, 2019

Chapter 1: Beginning the journey

Note from Tom: In honor of his emphasis on the power of stories to advance pharmacists’ professional status, APhA President Brad Tice will contribute a monthly guest blog on the topic. Enjoy the…

Pharmacists are positioned to help address patients’ mental…

Last week, Walgreens and APhA announced a collaboration with the National Council for Behavioral Health (National Council) to provide Mental Health First Aid training for many Walgreens pharmacists…

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April 30, 2019

Walgreens Forms Unique Collaboration with the National Council for Behavioral Health and American Pharmacists Association to Offer Mental Health First Aid Training for Pharmacists and Team Members

As the most accessible health care providers in the community, and also among the most trusted, pharmacists can play an important role as part of patients’ care teams to help address the growing need for mental health resources. As today marks the beginning of Mental Health Month in the U.S., Walgreens announces a unique collaboration with the National Council for Behavioral Health (National Council) and the American Pharmacists Association (APhA), to provide Mental Health First Aid training for many Walgreens pharmacists and team members.

April 29, 2019

APhA Partners with Seattle Nonprofit to Address Homelessness

During its 2019 Annual Meeting & Exposition (APhA2019) in Seattle last month, the American Pharmacists Association (APhA) raised over $9,000 for Mary’s Place, an organization that helps homeless women, children, and families come inside from the streets and into permanent housing. Proceeds for Mary’s Place were raised from attendee and exhibitor donations as well as from the sale of t-shirts.

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