TODAY'S HEADLINES
The FDA is recommending to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that hydrodone combination products, such as Vicodin, be reclassified as a Schedule II product, placing tighter controls on the pain medications. » More
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The Pharmaceutical Care Management Association is urging Congress to consider a series of policies it believes would save $100 billion in federal prescription drug spending and improve safety in Medicare and Medicaid. » More
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Project IMPACT: Diabetes, a national research initiative conducted by the American Pharmacists Association Foundation, has demonstrated that community-based interdisciplinary teams of providers that include pharmacists can help improve clinical outcomes for adult diabetes patients who are uninsured, underinsured, homeless, and/or living in poverty. » More
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In order for Integrated Care Models to work, pharmacies must be in the middle of the information equation. David Yakimischak, executive vice president, general manager, Surescripts, explains how pharmacies should position themselves to take advantage of this trend. » More
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Continuing Education
Drug Topics offers the second part of a two-part CPE series, "MTM considerations in osteoporosis care." Earn up to 2 credits by completing this activity.
To read and print the 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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