Industry News
Break-ins and Robberies Reported
Attention CARE Pharmacy Members and Surrounding Communities: Please be aware that there have been reports of a rash of break-ins and robberies targeting local pharmacies over the last several weeks.…
Read MoreNCPA Meets with TRICARE Leadership, Raises Concerns about TRICARE for Life Pilot
The National Community Pharmacist Association (NCPA) met recently with TRICARE leadership. Issues discussed included the new mail order pilot program, mail order waste, pharmacist services, disposal of controlled substances, and…
Read MoreNCPA Makes Suggestions to FDA Regarding Track and Trace Implementation
The National Community Pharmacist Association (NCPA) recently submitted comments to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in response to the FDA’s notice seeking input on standards for the interoperable exchange of information for the…
Read MoreCMS Clarifies “Incident to” Billing Relating to Pharmacists’ Services
Recently, the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) sent a letter to CMS Administrator Marilyn Tavenner, with questions regarding physician billing for “incident to” services, specifically whether such rules applied…
Read More"Women with Diabetes Had Too Few Mammograms"
Lack of mammograms among women with diabetes not tied to financial status (dailyRx News) It is recommended that women have regular breast cancer screening. Some women, who are more in need of…
Read More"Seniors Making Informed Medication Choices"
Seniors were more likely to quit benzodiazepine usage after receiving information on risks (dailyRx News) Certain sleeping pills and anxiety medication could be risky for seniors. Evidence-based education could help…
Read More"High Blood Pressure Can Seriously Affect Pregnancy"
Risk of pregnancy complications increased with chronic high blood pressure (dailyRx News) High blood pressure during pregnancy puts pressure on both the baby and the mom. At the moment, there…
Read More"Less Salt Could Mean Better Heart Health"
Reduced daily salt intake associated with decreased blood pressure and rates of stroke and heart disease (dailyRx News) Heart disease is the leading cause of death and disability around the…
Read More"Curbing Serious Diabetes-Related Sickness"
Disorders linked to diabetes dropped during two decades ending in 2010 (dailyRx News) From stroke to lost limbs, diabetes can create a series of other sicknesses. The medical community has been focused on curbing…
Read More"No Surgery Required for Children's Appendicitis"
Acute appendicitis in children was effectively managed with antibiotics (dailyRx News) Untreated appendicitis can have serious consequences. But surgery may not be the only option for children with appendicitis. A…
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