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August 13, 2019

Inspired by your pharmacy colleagues? Consider nominating them for an APhA award

Our teachers, bosses, and colleagues shape our perspective and influence the way we practice every day. If you’re inspired by a leader who paved a path for you, a mentor who shepherded you, or a teammate who motivated you, consider nominating them for one of APhA’s awards and honors. The APhA Awards and Honors Program recognizes excellence in both new and established pharmacy careers and across practice settings.

August 12, 2019

Treatment with NSAIDs may increase CVD risk in patients with osteoarthritis

NSAIDs, which are often used to treat pain and inflammation in patients with osteoarthritis, may contribute to the increased risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) in these patients, according to a new study published on August 6, 2019, in Arthritis & Rheumatology.

August 12, 2019

Officials monitor hepatitis A cases as outbreaks spread to more states

Health officials have been monitoring the national upward trend of hepatitis A cases that are occurring in almost every state across the United States.

August 9, 2019

Annual tuberculosis screening no longer required for most health care workers

In 2005, CDC published guidelines on tuberculosis (TB) prevention. As part of the prevention strategy, CDC recommended annual testing for health care workers at risk of exposure to TB while performing their jobs. Despite a lack of evidence on the screening’s effectiveness in reducing TB transmission to this population, the recommendation was adopted across the country. A new update to the guidelines suggests that while baseline screening should continue, serial screenings are not needed for health care workers who do not have latent TB.

August 2, 2019

Canada wants to slow down efforts to ease drugs going to U.S.

The Trump administration on Wednesday said it was weighing plans to allow for the legal importation of prescription drugs from Canada, but pharmacists, patient groups, doctors, and some lawmakers in that country worry that the large-scale importation of pharmaceuticals could deplete the drug supply for its 37 million residents.

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August 13, 2019

Have you lost your job or had your hours cut? If so, APhA has an…

As you all know, our profession has faced widespread workforce challenges over the last few months. Last month, I told you about APhA’s efforts to respond to many of these problems. While we…

DIR relief making slow moves, but it’s a start

Earlier today, the Senate Finance Committee marked up the package of legislation on drug prices and supply chain issues that was introduced on Tuesday. Among many other aims, the sweeping legislation…

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August 6, 2019

APhA Statement on the Recent Shooting Tragedies

The American Pharmacists Association (APhA) is deeply saddened by the horrific mass shootings that occurred over the weekend in Texas and Ohio where at least 31 people were killed. As an organization representing a profession that provides health care and support for communities and citizens around the country, APhA condemns any act of violence. APhA President Bradley P. Tice, PharmD, MBA, FAPhA, issued the following statement on behalf of himself and the APhA Board of Trustees.

July 29, 2019

National Pharmacy Organizations Address Pharmacist Well-Being Through Consensus Conference Recommendations

In response to rapid changes in pharmacy practice models and a changing and evolving health care system that impacting the well-being of the nation’s pharmacists, 85 individuals representing pharmacists and employers from across practice settings, schools and colleges of pharmacy, regulators, accreditors, and professional organizations have agreed to a set of 50 recommendations to address critical issues related to pharmacist well-being.

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