Prescriptions 300% higher at some doctors' offices

Filling a prescription at a doctor's office may be convenient, but it's certainly no bargain for patients or taxpayers, according to an analysis of workers' compensation payouts in Maryland and Pennsylvania. » More

Rite Aid helps patients make Obamacare choices

Many drug store chains are educating customers about the soon-to-be-implemented Affordable Care Act, but Rite Aid is taking the education a step further. » More

Can Some TG-Lowering Therapies Impact LDL-C?

HHS delays rule restricting Rx refill reminders

After Adheris, Inc. sought a preliminary injunction to block a rule that would prevent companies from sending Rx refill reminders to patients, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has delayed its implementation. » More

Seniors oppose mandatory mail order

A majority of Medicare beneficiaries said they would oppose mandatory mail order if it would lead to closure of their local community pharmacy, a new study reported. » More

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Articles, video, tools and CME on one of the leading causes of death in the United States. The major risk-factor for COPD is smoking, and women with COPD have a higher mortality rate than men, according to statistics from The American Lung Association. Read More

Continuing Education

New Mini-Series: Osteoporosis Care

This month, Drug Topics offers the first part of a two-part CPE series, "MTM considerations in osteoporosis care." Earn up to 2 credits by completing this application-based activity.
To read and print the August article with TEST QUESTIONS, click here. To proceed to the online exams and earn up to 2 CPE credits, click here to log in.

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