Pharmacy Retailers Respond to Tobacco Ban-August 2008
The San Francisco law banning the sale of tobacco products has pharmacies raising the question of fairness.
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Deaths from Fatal Med Errors at Home Skyrocket-August 2008
A groundbreaking study has researchers urging clinicians to warn patients about the dangers of mixing alcohol or street drugs with prescription or OTC medications.
Congress Overrides HR 6331 Veto-July 2008
Supporters of HR 6331 are celebrating a major victory. Earlier this week Congress blocked President Bush's veto of the legislation that includes 3 provisions that protect patient access to community pharmacies.
RxHub, SureScripts Merge to Accelerate E-prescribing-July 2008
The unprecedented collaboration of RxHub and SureScripts will unite the country's 2 leading health information networks.
Pharmacist Monitoring Keeps Patient BP Under Control-July 2008
A new study demonstrates that pharmacist intervention and home monitoring of BP can help patients manage their condition.
Medicare Reform Vote Falls Short-July 2008
HR 6331 narrowly fails to get the support it needs in the Senate.
Want Cash Prizes? Take Your Meds-July 2008
A new study is showing patients the money by offering a chance to win cash for taking medication.