Dec 20, 2016 | Opportunistic Infections: Better Have a Pharmacist Onboard
As drug experts, pharmacists are positioned to make important clinical contributions in the care of these complex patients
Dec 19, 2016 | A Little Prevention Goes a Long Way to Reduce Costs
Medical savings per addl dollar spent on meds ranged from approx $1 to $37 depending on the meds and medication class considered
Dec 16, 2016 | Pharmacies Miss Half of Dangerous Drug Combinations
Strong Evidence Confirming the Value of a Pharmacist as an Integral Member of your Healthcare Team
Dec 14, 2016 | Lessons from the Informed Patient
Following your medication regimen & having a comprehensive list of medications and dosages both make the top eight!
Dec 13, 2016 | What’s Ahead for Long-term Care Providers and Pharmacies in 2017
Long-term care providers and pharmacies have to reinvent themselves in order to keep up with the changing industry
Dec 06, 2016 | In Dementia, Care from Multiple Health Systems Poses Drug Safety Risks
Older adults are at greater risk of having adverse drug events
Dec 02, 2016 | The Effective Pharmacy Manager is a Servant Leader!
“Rank does not confer privilege or give power. It imposes responsibility.”
Dec 01, 2016 | Another Voice: Pharmacists Help Patients Adhere to Medications
Study finds biggest predictor of med adherence is patient’s personal connection w/pharmacist or pharmacy staff
Nov 30, 2016 | CMS Reports Readmissions Drop in 49 States
Some of the success can be attributed to the increasing role pharmacists are playing in patient care
Nov 29, 2016 | Providers Acknowledge Pharmacists’ Work in Diabetes Management
Study shows providers preferred an on-site pharmacist by a margin of 2 to 1