On August 25, 2023, FDA announced a 1-year delay for supply chain trading partners to comply with the final enhanced drug distribution security requirements under the Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA), also known as track-and-trace, that were scheduled to take effect on November 27, 2023.

Mickie Cathers

Rural Americans, who account for about one-fifth of the population, are generally older, have higher rates of obesity and diabetes, and tend to have worse health outcomes.

Loren Bonner

Nonprescription products offer preparations to treat a wide range of disorders.

It is challenging to objectively evaluate the efficiency of health professionals. A designated task related to the provision of health care products or services may require a lengthy period of time to complete, or it may be accomplished very quickly, depending on the patient’s condition, the nature of the product or service, and the environment in which the activity is being performed.

David B. Brushwood, BSPharm, JD

When patients are prescribed injectable medications to self-administer at home, it is critical that they receive education from both the prescriber and pharmacist on proper injection technique, with clear verbal and written instructions on the dose volume to measure and administer, and are provided appropriate syringes, needles, and ancillary supplies (e.g., alcohol swabs) to administer the dose.

Institute for Safe Medication Practices, Horsham, PA

Patient confidentiality is a cornerstone of the professional duty owed by pharmacists to their patients.

David B. Brushwood, BSPharm, JD

Common GI complaints that can generally be managed with nonprescription treatments and self-care include belching, heartburn, indigestion, acid reflux, sour stomach, and nausea.

Beyond just naming the issues, APhA and other organizations recognize that change needs to happen in the pharmacy workplace. Workplace conditions continue to be the primary reason cited for prolonged stress and burnout submitted to the Pharmacy Workplace and Well-being Reporting (PWWR) portal, a confidential and anonymous way pharmacy personnel can report positive and negative experiences in pharmacy practice.

Loren Bonner

Pharmacists are among the most accessible health care providers, working with patients outside of traditional clinical environments and in highly visible and trafficked settings. As such, they are uniquely positioned to provide assistance to individuals who may be experiencing abuse or violence.

Elizabeth Briand

“George” had chronic constipation. But as an older adult living with advanced Alzheimer disease, he couldn’t talk to his doctors about what might be triggering the problem or work with them to help determine the best care plan.

Sonya Collins