LEGISLATIVE ACTION

Medicare beneficiaries saved more than $3.2 billion with closing of ‘donut hole’ under ACA, Sebelius says

The Affordable Care Act (ACA) continues to close the “donut hole” coverage gap for millions of Medicare beneficiaries, Kathleen Sebelius, Secretary of Health and Human Services, said in a news release Monday, saving them more than $3.2 billion on prescription drugs since the ACA took effect almost 2 years ago. » More

OTC PRODUCTS

What’s new on your shelves?

What’s different in your drug stores this month? Your customers who are allergic to antibiotic ointments and creams will find a new first aid gel that’s antibiotic-free. There’s a prenatal dietary supplement with 450 mg of DHA. Men can check their sperm count at home with a new 10-minute test, and women will find a laxative that’s made just for them. A familiar brand of mouthwash has been made even stronger. And a new dipeptide product supports healthy aging. » More

TRENDS

Survey: Drug Topics ranks No. 1 on pharmacists’ reading list

Drug Topics ranked No. 1 among professional journals on the reading list of pharmacists, according to a survey recently released by Long Island University. » More

CONTINUING EDUCATION

The latest FDA drug approvals: What you need to know

Of the 35 new molecular entities approved by FDA in 2011, 17 are considered groundbreaking because of their potential to make a real difference in the lives of patients.

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MTM NEWS

Pharmacies benefitting from new programs, recognitions, Anne Burns says

New programs and recognitions make 2012 a great year for community pharmacies to be more involved in medication therapy management, according to a speaker at the FMI Health & Wellness Conference in Orlando, Fla., this week. » More

HEALTH AND WELLNESS

Pharmacists playing key role in United’s wellness program

Pharmacists and dietitians are playing important roles in the new health-and-wellness program at United Supermarkets, a chain of 51 stores in Lubbock, Texas. » More

FDA ACTIONS

FDA approves first generic Lexapro to treat depression, anxiety disorder

Teva/IVAX Pharmaceuticals gained FDA approval for the first generic version of Lexapro (Forest) to treat both depression and generalized anxiety disorder in adults. The company will have 180 days to exclusively sell the product. » More

HONORS AND AWARDS

Bootman honored as PPSI Distinguished Pharmacist of Year during APhA annual meeting

J. Lyle Bootman, PhD, ScD, senior vice president for Health Sciences, dean and professor of Pharmacy, Medicine, and Public Health, University of Arizona, College of Pharmacy, was honored as the PPSI Distinguished Pharmacist of the Year, during PPSI’s annual breakfast, held during the American Pharmacists Association 2012 annual meeting in New Orleans. » More

Survey

Does your employer allow the use of your doctor degree on your name tag?

a) Yes, my employer allows PharmD after my name or the use of the title Dr. before my name.
b) Yes, my employer allows PharmD after my name but not the title Dr. before my name.

c) No, my employer does not allow any doctor title before or after my name.

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