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04/12/2023

Rachel Scheier

Rachel Scheier, KFF Health News ...
Lawmakers in California are considering legislation that would require schools to notify parents that their children are expected to receive the HPV vaccine prior to entering eighth grade.
Lawmakers in California are considering legislation that would require schools to notify parents that their children are expected to receive the HPV vaccine prior to entering eighth grade.
Lawmakers in California are...
04/12/2023
Pharmacy Learning Network
Commentary
03/06/2023

Tyler Nichols, PharmD, BCPS, international safe medication management fellow, Institute for Safe Medication Practices

Tyler Nichols, PharmD, BCPS, internat...
In this commentary, Tyler Nichols, PharmD, discusses common causes of vaccine errors and shares strategies for reducing risk, including storage best practices, technological solutions, and more.
In this commentary, Tyler Nichols, PharmD, discusses common causes of vaccine errors and shares strategies for reducing risk, including storage best practices, technological solutions, and more.
In this commentary, Tyler...
03/06/2023
Pharmacy Learning Network
Headshot and logo for Talking Therapeutics with Douglas Jennings, PharmD
Talking Therapeutics
01/26/2023
Douglas L. Jennings, PharmD, FACC, FAHA, FCCP, FHFSA, BCPS
Dr Jennings provides more research updates regarding the efficacy of the updated COVID-19 boosters against several strains of the virus.
Dr Jennings provides more research updates regarding the efficacy of the updated COVID-19 boosters against several strains of the virus.
Dr Jennings provides more...
01/26/2023
Pharmacy Learning Network
News
01/24/2023

Heidi de Marco, Kaiser Health News

Heidi de Marco, Kaiser Health News ...
To increase vaccination rates, community health groups in California and other states are training high school students to disseminate COVID-19 information and resources to their communities.
To increase vaccination rates, community health groups in California and other states are training high school students to disseminate COVID-19 information and resources to their communities.
To increase vaccination rates,...
01/24/2023
Pharmacy Learning Network
Headshot and logo for Talking Therapeutics with Douglas Jennings, PharmD
Talking Therapeutics
01/12/2023
Douglas L. Jennings, PharmD, FACC, FAHA, FCCP, FHFSA, BCPS
In the latest installment of Talking Therapeutics, Dr Jennings explores the efficacy of the new bivalent boosters against several strains of COVID-19.
In the latest installment of Talking Therapeutics, Dr Jennings explores the efficacy of the new bivalent boosters against several strains of COVID-19.
In the latest installment of...
01/12/2023
Pharmacy Learning Network
Vaccine needle
Commentary
12/09/2022
Yvette C Terrie, BS Pharm, RPh, consultant pharmacist
Yvette C Terrie, BS Pharm, RPh, consultant pharmacist, emphasizes the importance of speaking to patients about shingles vaccination to prevent or reduce their risk of cardiovascular complications.
Yvette C Terrie, BS Pharm, RPh, consultant pharmacist, emphasizes the importance of speaking to patients about shingles vaccination to prevent or reduce their risk of cardiovascular complications.
Yvette C Terrie, BS Pharm, RPh,...
12/09/2022
Pharmacy Learning Network
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Commentary
11/08/2022
Ann W Latner, JD
Ann Latner shares how the American Pharmacists Association responded after the US Department of Health and Human Services announced pharmacists were authorized to administer monkeypox vaccines.
Ann Latner shares how the American Pharmacists Association responded after the US Department of Health and Human Services announced pharmacists were authorized to administer monkeypox vaccines.
Ann Latner shares how the...
11/08/2022
Pharmacy Learning Network
News
10/25/2022

Liz Szabo, Kaiser Health News

Liz Szabo, Kaiser Health News
Efforts to develop an Epstein-Barr vaccine have ramped up amid advances in vaccine technology and research linking the virus to multiple sclerosis and other conditions.
Efforts to develop an Epstein-Barr vaccine have ramped up amid advances in vaccine technology and research linking the virus to multiple sclerosis and other conditions.
Efforts to develop an...
10/25/2022
Pharmacy Learning Network
Headshot and logo for Talking Therapeutics with Douglas Jennings, PharmD
Talking Therapeutics
10/13/2022
Douglas L. Jennings, PharmD, FACC, FAHA, FCCP, FHFSA, BCPS
In this week's Talking Therapeutics, Dr Jennings highlights research comparing the effectiveness of the new and old COVID-19 boosters.
In this week's Talking Therapeutics, Dr Jennings highlights research comparing the effectiveness of the new and old COVID-19 boosters.
In this week's Talking...
10/13/2022
Pharmacy Learning Network
Headshot of Michael Ganio, ASHP, on a blue background underneath the PopHealth Perspectives logo.
Podcasts
09/28/2022
Maria Asimopoulos
Michael Ganio, PharmD, MS, senior director of pharmacy practice and quality, American Society of Health-System Pharmacists, discusses measures being taken to address the rise in monkeypox cases in the United States and reviews the efficacy of...
Michael Ganio, PharmD, MS, senior director of pharmacy practice and quality, American Society of Health-System Pharmacists, discusses measures being taken to address the rise in monkeypox cases in the United States and reviews the efficacy of...
Michael Ganio, PharmD, MS,...
09/28/2022
Pharmacy Learning Network
News
09/12/2022

Céline Gounder and Elisabeth Rosenthal, Kaiser Health News

Céline Gounder and Elisabeth Rosentha...
The FDA's recent authorization of Omicron-specific boosters has sparked questions about efficacy data and cost effectiveness in certain populations.
The FDA's recent authorization of Omicron-specific boosters has sparked questions about efficacy data and cost effectiveness in certain populations.
The FDA's recent authorization...
09/12/2022
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News
04/12/2023

Rachel Scheier

Rachel Scheier, KFF Health News ...
Lawmakers in California are considering legislation that would require schools to notify parents that their children are expected to receive the HPV vaccine prior to entering eighth grade.
Lawmakers in California are considering legislation that would require schools to notify parents that their children are expected to receive the HPV vaccine prior to entering eighth grade.
Lawmakers in California are...
04/12/2023
Pharmacy Learning Network
News
01/24/2023

Heidi de Marco, Kaiser Health News

Heidi de Marco, Kaiser Health News ...
To increase vaccination rates, community health groups in California and other states are training high school students to disseminate COVID-19 information and resources to their communities.
To increase vaccination rates, community health groups in California and other states are training high school students to disseminate COVID-19 information and resources to their communities.
To increase vaccination rates,...
01/24/2023
Pharmacy Learning Network
News
10/25/2022

Liz Szabo, Kaiser Health News

Liz Szabo, Kaiser Health News
Efforts to develop an Epstein-Barr vaccine have ramped up amid advances in vaccine technology and research linking the virus to multiple sclerosis and other conditions.
Efforts to develop an Epstein-Barr vaccine have ramped up amid advances in vaccine technology and research linking the virus to multiple sclerosis and other conditions.
Efforts to develop an...
10/25/2022
Pharmacy Learning Network
News
09/12/2022

Céline Gounder and Elisabeth Rosenthal, Kaiser Health News

Céline Gounder and Elisabeth Rosentha...
The FDA's recent authorization of Omicron-specific boosters has sparked questions about efficacy data and cost effectiveness in certain populations.
The FDA's recent authorization of Omicron-specific boosters has sparked questions about efficacy data and cost effectiveness in certain populations.
The FDA's recent authorization...
09/12/2022
Pharmacy Learning Network
News
08/30/2022
Edan Stanley
To combat the rising risk of monkeypox cases and prepare for potential future outbreaks, the US Department of Health & Human Services will be providing funding to support the fill and manufacturing of the JYNNEOS vaccine.
To combat the rising risk of monkeypox cases and prepare for potential future outbreaks, the US Department of Health & Human Services will be providing funding to support the fill and manufacturing of the JYNNEOS vaccine.
To combat the rising risk of...
08/30/2022
Pharmacy Learning Network
News
08/23/2022

Alander Rocha

Alander Rocha, Kaiser Health News ...
Experts say outreach by community health centers and grassroots efforts have boosted COVID-19 vaccination rates for underserved populations.
Experts say outreach by community health centers and grassroots efforts have boosted COVID-19 vaccination rates for underserved populations.
Experts say outreach by...
08/23/2022
Pharmacy Learning Network
News
07/21/2022
Maria Asimopoulos
Investigators studied demographic data to understand which populations of US veterans had the highest and lowest rates of receiving a booster dose.
Investigators studied demographic data to understand which populations of US veterans had the highest and lowest rates of receiving a booster dose.
Investigators studied...
07/21/2022
Veterans Health Today
News
07/19/2022

Sam Whitehead and Arthur Allen, Kaiser Health News

Sam Whitehead and Arthur Allen, Kaise...
Rapid mutations and distrust of the CDC and government officials have created challenges for fully immunizing the public.
Rapid mutations and distrust of the CDC and government officials have created challenges for fully immunizing the public.
Rapid mutations and distrust of...
07/19/2022
Pharmacy Learning Network
News
05/10/2022
Maria Asimopoulos
An email survey recorded student pharmacists’ confidence in providing intramuscular and subcutaneous injections.
An email survey recorded student pharmacists’ confidence in providing intramuscular and subcutaneous injections.
An email survey recorded student...
05/10/2022
Pharmacy Learning Network
News
05/04/2022
Maria Asimopoulos
Researchers conducted interviews with Black residents in Boston to understand participants’ top-cited reasons for vaccine hesitancy.
Researchers conducted interviews with Black residents in Boston to understand participants’ top-cited reasons for vaccine hesitancy.
Researchers conducted interviews...
05/04/2022
Pharmacy Learning Network
News
08/28/2024
B. Braun Medical Inc. is recalling over 60 000 containers of 0.9% sodium chloride injection for the potential presence of particulate matter and fluid leakage.
B. Braun Medical Inc. is recalling over 60 000 containers of 0.9% sodium chloride injection for the potential presence of particulate matter and fluid leakage.
B. Braun Medical Inc. is...
08/28/2024
Pharmacy Learning Network
News
08/28/2024
Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. is recalling over 30 000 bags of acetaminophen injection after a bag labeled dexmedetomidine HCl injection was found inside an overwrap labeled acetaminophen injection.
Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. is recalling over 30 000 bags of acetaminophen injection after a bag labeled dexmedetomidine HCl injection was found inside an overwrap labeled acetaminophen injection.
Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc....
08/28/2024
Pharmacy Learning Network
News
08/28/2024
Aurobindo Pharma USA Inc., on behalf of AuroHealth, is recalling bottles of Healthy Living migraine relief tablets because bottles sold through Amazon are missing the manufacturer’s label, including drug fact information.
Aurobindo Pharma USA Inc., on behalf of AuroHealth, is recalling bottles of Healthy Living migraine relief tablets because bottles sold through Amazon are missing the manufacturer’s label, including drug fact information.
Aurobindo Pharma USA Inc., on...
08/28/2024
Pharmacy Learning Network
News
08/26/2024
A combination of bioinformatics analysis and nanomaterial optimization improves the sensitivity, specificity, and detection rate of viral diagnosis of respiratory viruses, according to a study published in Frontiers and Biotechnology.
A combination of bioinformatics analysis and nanomaterial optimization improves the sensitivity, specificity, and detection rate of viral diagnosis of respiratory viruses, according to a study published in Frontiers and Biotechnology.
A combination of bioinformatics...
08/26/2024
Pharmacy Learning Network
News
08/21/2024
Taro Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. is recalling vials of hydrocortisone and acetic acid otic solution for failing to meet impurity and degradation specifications.
Taro Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. is recalling vials of hydrocortisone and acetic acid otic solution for failing to meet impurity and degradation specifications.
Taro Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. is...
08/21/2024
Pharmacy Learning Network
News
08/21/2024
FDC Limited is recalling bottles of timolol maleate ophthalmic solution because of defective containers.
FDC Limited is recalling bottles of timolol maleate ophthalmic solution because of defective containers.
FDC Limited is recalling bottles...
08/21/2024
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News
08/15/2024
Novel Laboratories Inc. is recalling colonoscopy preparation kits containing PEG-3350, sodium sulfate, sodium chloride, potassium chloride, sodium ascorbate, and ascorbic acid for oral solution.
Novel Laboratories Inc. is recalling colonoscopy preparation kits containing PEG-3350, sodium sulfate, sodium chloride, potassium chloride, sodium ascorbate, and ascorbic acid for oral solution.
Novel Laboratories Inc. is...
08/15/2024
Pharmacy Learning Network
News
08/15/2024
Dr Reddy’s Laboratories Inc. is recalling cartons of sevelamer carbonate for oral suspension because the packets are missing lot numbers and expiration dates.
Dr Reddy’s Laboratories Inc. is recalling cartons of sevelamer carbonate for oral suspension because the packets are missing lot numbers and expiration dates.
Dr Reddy’s Laboratories Inc. is...
08/15/2024
Pharmacy Learning Network
News
08/15/2024
A Class I recall has been issued for 429 bottles of 500-mg acetaminophen extra-strength tablets because of a labeling error.
A Class I recall has been issued for 429 bottles of 500-mg acetaminophen extra-strength tablets because of a labeling error.
A Class I recall has been issued...
08/15/2024
Pharmacy Learning Network
News
08/09/2024
The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into solid organ transplantation holds significant promise, as AI can potentially revolutionize the field by improving risk assessment, organ allocation, and post-transplant outcomes, according...
The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into solid organ transplantation holds significant promise, as AI can potentially revolutionize the field by improving risk assessment, organ allocation, and post-transplant outcomes, according...
The integration of artificial...
08/09/2024
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Commentary
03/06/2023

Tyler Nichols, PharmD, BCPS, international safe medication management fellow, Institute for Safe Medication Practices

Tyler Nichols, PharmD, BCPS, internat...
In this commentary, Tyler Nichols, PharmD, discusses common causes of vaccine errors and shares strategies for reducing risk, including storage best practices, technological solutions, and more.
In this commentary, Tyler Nichols, PharmD, discusses common causes of vaccine errors and shares strategies for reducing risk, including storage best practices, technological solutions, and more.
In this commentary, Tyler...
03/06/2023
Pharmacy Learning Network
Headshot and logo for Talking Therapeutics with Douglas Jennings, PharmD
Talking Therapeutics
01/26/2023
Douglas L. Jennings, PharmD, FACC, FAHA, FCCP, FHFSA, BCPS
Dr Jennings provides more research updates regarding the efficacy of the updated COVID-19 boosters against several strains of the virus.
Dr Jennings provides more research updates regarding the efficacy of the updated COVID-19 boosters against several strains of the virus.
Dr Jennings provides more...
01/26/2023
Pharmacy Learning Network
Headshot and logo for Talking Therapeutics with Douglas Jennings, PharmD
Talking Therapeutics
01/12/2023
Douglas L. Jennings, PharmD, FACC, FAHA, FCCP, FHFSA, BCPS
In the latest installment of Talking Therapeutics, Dr Jennings explores the efficacy of the new bivalent boosters against several strains of COVID-19.
In the latest installment of Talking Therapeutics, Dr Jennings explores the efficacy of the new bivalent boosters against several strains of COVID-19.
In the latest installment of...
01/12/2023
Pharmacy Learning Network
Vaccine needle
Commentary
12/09/2022
Yvette C Terrie, BS Pharm, RPh, consultant pharmacist
Yvette C Terrie, BS Pharm, RPh, consultant pharmacist, emphasizes the importance of speaking to patients about shingles vaccination to prevent or reduce their risk of cardiovascular complications.
Yvette C Terrie, BS Pharm, RPh, consultant pharmacist, emphasizes the importance of speaking to patients about shingles vaccination to prevent or reduce their risk of cardiovascular complications.
Yvette C Terrie, BS Pharm, RPh,...
12/09/2022
Pharmacy Learning Network
Headshot of Ann Latner, JD
Commentary
11/08/2022
Ann W Latner, JD
Ann Latner shares how the American Pharmacists Association responded after the US Department of Health and Human Services announced pharmacists were authorized to administer monkeypox vaccines.
Ann Latner shares how the American Pharmacists Association responded after the US Department of Health and Human Services announced pharmacists were authorized to administer monkeypox vaccines.
Ann Latner shares how the...
11/08/2022
Pharmacy Learning Network
Headshot and logo for Talking Therapeutics with Douglas Jennings, PharmD
Talking Therapeutics
10/13/2022
Douglas L. Jennings, PharmD, FACC, FAHA, FCCP, FHFSA, BCPS
In this week's Talking Therapeutics, Dr Jennings highlights research comparing the effectiveness of the new and old COVID-19 boosters.
In this week's Talking Therapeutics, Dr Jennings highlights research comparing the effectiveness of the new and old COVID-19 boosters.
In this week's Talking...
10/13/2022
Pharmacy Learning Network
Headshot of Michael Ganio, ASHP, on a blue background underneath the PopHealth Perspectives logo.
Podcasts
09/28/2022
Maria Asimopoulos
Michael Ganio, PharmD, MS, senior director of pharmacy practice and quality, American Society of Health-System Pharmacists, discusses measures being taken to address the rise in monkeypox cases in the United States and reviews the efficacy of...
Michael Ganio, PharmD, MS, senior director of pharmacy practice and quality, American Society of Health-System Pharmacists, discusses measures being taken to address the rise in monkeypox cases in the United States and reviews the efficacy of...
Michael Ganio, PharmD, MS,...
09/28/2022
Pharmacy Learning Network
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Interview
08/17/2022
Maria Asimopoulos
Gregg Sylvester, MD, MPH, chief health officer, CSL Seqirus, reviews the ACIP's recent recommendation for flu vaccines in older adults and emphasizes immunizing patients accordingly ahead of this year's flu season.
Gregg Sylvester, MD, MPH, chief health officer, CSL Seqirus, reviews the ACIP's recent recommendation for flu vaccines in older adults and emphasizes immunizing patients accordingly ahead of this year's flu season.
Gregg Sylvester, MD, MPH, chief...
08/17/2022
Pharmacy Learning Network
Headshot and logo for Talking Therapeutics with Douglas Jennings, PharmD
Talking Therapeutics
06/16/2022
Douglas L. Jennings, PharmD, FACC, FAHA, FCCP, FHFSA, BCPS
This week, Dr Jennings highlights 2 new articles in which investigators studied how well vaccines and previous infection protected against Omicron subvariants.
This week, Dr Jennings highlights 2 new articles in which investigators studied how well vaccines and previous infection protected against Omicron subvariants.
This week, Dr Jennings...
06/16/2022
Pharmacy Learning Network
Headshot of Ann Latner, JD
Commentary
06/06/2022
Ann W Latner, JD
Ann Latner, JD, discusses a second lawsuit filed against CVS in which a patient was mistakenly given Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine instead of a flu shot.
Ann Latner, JD, discusses a second lawsuit filed against CVS in which a patient was mistakenly given Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine instead of a flu shot.
Ann Latner, JD, discusses a...
06/06/2022
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02/09/2021
Pharmacy Learning Network wants to hear from you and share your experiences with others in the field. Have you received the COVID-19 vaccine? Tell us about the process you experienced while being scheduled for the vaccine, and how you reacted...
Pharmacy Learning Network wants to hear from you and share your experiences with others in the field. Have you received the COVID-19 vaccine? Tell us about the process you experienced while being scheduled for the vaccine, and how you reacted...
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02/09/2021
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02/27/2019
The CDC recently released new recommendations for the use of a vaccine in individuals who are experiencing homelessness. What vaccine did the CDC recommend?
The CDC recently released new recommendations for the use of a vaccine in individuals who are experiencing homelessness. What vaccine did the CDC recommend?
The CDC recently released new...
02/27/2019
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02/07/2019
Newly released adult recommendations from the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices include changes for the administration of the influenza, hepatitis A and hepatitis B vaccines.
Newly released adult recommendations from the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices include changes for the administration of the influenza, hepatitis A and hepatitis B vaccines.
Newly released adult...
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