A new bill in Florida could authorize pharmacists to test and treat patients for flu and strep throat. HB 389, approved by a House panel this week, aims to increase patient access to care and allow pharmacists to perform rapid diagnostic tests for both flu and strep. “The important thing is that it gives the […]
Working with Wisconsin Pharmacists to Combat the Opioid Epidemic
Allied Against Opioid Abuse spoke with the Pharmacy Society of Wisconsin recently to discuss how the organization is collaborating with pharmacists and partners statewide to improve patient care through the naloxone statewide standing order and academic detailing. In the interview, PSW staff remarked “Pharmacists are a patient’s most accessible healthcare professional and are able to […]
Career – OSPA Position Available
The Oregon State Pharmacy Association (OSPA) is currently seeking applicants for their Executive Director position. The Executive Director is responsible for developing vision, managing operations, and providing visible leadership for the association consistent with the strategic plan, goals, and governing policies established and approved by the OSPA Board of Directors. More Information
NHA Breaks Barriers, Creates Choice for Pharmacy Technician Certification
The National Healthcareer Association is excited to announce that their Exam for the Certification of Pharmacy Technicians (ExCPT®) is now accepted in all states that require certification as well as all states that either expand the number of permitted pharmacy technicians or the scope of pharmacy technician practice based on certification. “At NHA, we always […]
Career – IPA Position Available
The Indiana Pharmacists Association is currently seeking applicants for their Executive Vice President position. POSITION PURPOSE The Executive Vice President is responsible for leading the Association, providing strategic direction in collaboration with the Board, and overseeing general aspects of association management, including other contracted entities affiliated with the Indiana Pharmacists Association (IPA). The Executive Vice […]
California Pharmacists Can Now Furnish HIV Medications
California Governor Gavin Newsom signed SB159 into law this week, allowing California pharmacists to furnish HIV-prevention medications without a physician’s prescription. This new legislation allows pharmacists to dispense 30 to 60 days of PrEP or a full course of PEP to patients if they receive counseling on the drug’s effects and an HIV test. This […]