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Talking Therapeutics
11/14/2024
In this installment of Talking Therapeutics, we discuss a new study that explores the effect of various interventions aimed at combating sedentary behavior on blood pressure and pulse wave velocity (PWV), a key marker of arterial stiffness.
In this installment of Talking Therapeutics, we discuss a new study that explores the effect of various interventions aimed at combating sedentary behavior on blood pressure and pulse wave velocity (PWV), a key marker of arterial stiffness.
In this installment of Talking...
11/14/2024
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News
11/13/2024
Dr Reddy’s Laboratories Inc. is recalling bottles of morphine sulfate extended-release tablets for failing to meet impurity/degradation specifications.
Dr Reddy’s Laboratories Inc. is recalling bottles of morphine sulfate extended-release tablets for failing to meet impurity/degradation specifications.
Dr Reddy’s Laboratories Inc. is...
11/13/2024
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News
11/13/2024
Direct Rx is recalling prescription-strength ibuprofen for failing to meet impurity/degradation specifications during 18-month stability testing.
Direct Rx is recalling prescription-strength ibuprofen for failing to meet impurity/degradation specifications during 18-month stability testing.
Direct Rx is recalling...
11/13/2024
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News
11/13/2024
Staska Pharmaceuticals Inc. is recalling vials of ascorbic acid solution for injection for containing glass particulate matter.
Staska Pharmaceuticals Inc. is recalling vials of ascorbic acid solution for injection for containing glass particulate matter.
Staska Pharmaceuticals Inc. is...
11/13/2024
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Commentary
11/11/2024
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel announced a lawsuit against pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) OptumRX, and ExpressScripts for their role in contributing to the opioid epidemic in the state.
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel announced a lawsuit against pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) OptumRX, and ExpressScripts for their role in contributing to the opioid epidemic in the state.
Michigan Attorney General Dana...
11/11/2024
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News
11/08/2024
The Minnesota Department of Health recently expanded its viral genomic surveillance program expanded to include human respiratory syncytial virus to track genetic diversity and investigate viral circulation dynamics using whole-genome...
The Minnesota Department of Health recently expanded its viral genomic surveillance program expanded to include human respiratory syncytial virus to track genetic diversity and investigate viral circulation dynamics using whole-genome...
The Minnesota Department of...
11/08/2024
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Talking Therapeutics
11/08/2024
In this installment of Talking Therapeutics, we discuss new data comparing empagliflozin and dapagliflozin in patients with diabetes that show no difference in cardiovascular outcomes, underscoring the need for further studies.
In this installment of Talking Therapeutics, we discuss new data comparing empagliflozin and dapagliflozin in patients with diabetes that show no difference in cardiovascular outcomes, underscoring the need for further studies.
In this installment of Talking...
11/08/2024
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News
11/06/2024
Multiple lots of cinacalcet tablets from Accord Healthcare Inc. and Dr Reddy’s Laboratories have been recalled due to the presence of an N-nitroso cinacalcet impurity above the acceptable daily intake limit, with potential health consequences...
Multiple lots of cinacalcet tablets from Accord Healthcare Inc. and Dr Reddy’s Laboratories have been recalled due to the presence of an N-nitroso cinacalcet impurity above the acceptable daily intake limit, with potential health consequences...
Multiple lots of cinacalcet...
11/06/2024
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News
11/06/2024
BLI International Inc. recalls superpotent chlorpheniramine maleate tablets with potential for serious harm.
BLI International Inc. recalls superpotent chlorpheniramine maleate tablets with potential for serious harm.
BLI International Inc. recalls...
11/06/2024
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Commentary
11/04/2024
The US Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Kentucky announced the sentencing of a former pharmacist to prison for attempting to defraud Medicare and Medicaid by billing for medications that were never dispensed.
The US Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Kentucky announced the sentencing of a former pharmacist to prison for attempting to defraud Medicare and Medicaid by billing for medications that were never dispensed.
The US Attorney’s Office for the...
11/04/2024
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Commentary
10/29/2024
Following an investigation by the Virginia Department of Health Professions, a Virginia pharmacist was charged with diverting thousands of prescription medications for personal use over a year-long period.
Following an investigation by the Virginia Department of Health Professions, a Virginia pharmacist was charged with diverting thousands of prescription medications for personal use over a year-long period.
Following an investigation by...
10/29/2024
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News

News
11/13/2024
Dr Reddy’s Laboratories Inc. is recalling bottles of morphine sulfate extended-release tablets for failing to meet impurity/degradation specifications.
Dr Reddy’s Laboratories Inc. is recalling bottles of morphine sulfate extended-release tablets for failing to meet impurity/degradation specifications.
Dr Reddy’s Laboratories Inc. is...
11/13/2024
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News
11/13/2024
Direct Rx is recalling prescription-strength ibuprofen for failing to meet impurity/degradation specifications during 18-month stability testing.
Direct Rx is recalling prescription-strength ibuprofen for failing to meet impurity/degradation specifications during 18-month stability testing.
Direct Rx is recalling...
11/13/2024
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News
11/13/2024
Staska Pharmaceuticals Inc. is recalling vials of ascorbic acid solution for injection for containing glass particulate matter.
Staska Pharmaceuticals Inc. is recalling vials of ascorbic acid solution for injection for containing glass particulate matter.
Staska Pharmaceuticals Inc. is...
11/13/2024
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News
11/08/2024
The Minnesota Department of Health recently expanded its viral genomic surveillance program expanded to include human respiratory syncytial virus to track genetic diversity and investigate viral circulation dynamics using whole-genome...
The Minnesota Department of Health recently expanded its viral genomic surveillance program expanded to include human respiratory syncytial virus to track genetic diversity and investigate viral circulation dynamics using whole-genome...
The Minnesota Department of...
11/08/2024
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News
11/06/2024
Multiple lots of cinacalcet tablets from Accord Healthcare Inc. and Dr Reddy’s Laboratories have been recalled due to the presence of an N-nitroso cinacalcet impurity above the acceptable daily intake limit, with potential health consequences...
Multiple lots of cinacalcet tablets from Accord Healthcare Inc. and Dr Reddy’s Laboratories have been recalled due to the presence of an N-nitroso cinacalcet impurity above the acceptable daily intake limit, with potential health consequences...
Multiple lots of cinacalcet...
11/06/2024
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News
11/06/2024
BLI International Inc. recalls superpotent chlorpheniramine maleate tablets with potential for serious harm.
BLI International Inc. recalls superpotent chlorpheniramine maleate tablets with potential for serious harm.
BLI International Inc. recalls...
11/06/2024
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News
10/23/2024
Breckenridge Pharmaceutical Inc. is recalling 7107 bottles of duloxetine delayed-release capsules because of an N-nitroso duloxetine impurity.
Breckenridge Pharmaceutical Inc. is recalling 7107 bottles of duloxetine delayed-release capsules because of an N-nitroso duloxetine impurity.
Breckenridge Pharmaceutical Inc....
10/23/2024
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News
10/23/2024
Accord Healthcare Inc. is recalling vials of cisplatin injection after samples failed to meet impurity/degradation specifications during testing.
Accord Healthcare Inc. is recalling vials of cisplatin injection after samples failed to meet impurity/degradation specifications during testing.
Accord Healthcare Inc. is...
10/23/2024
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News
10/23/2024
Nearly 2000 bottles of atovaquone oral suspension distributed by Bionpharma Inc. are under a Class I recall for contamination with Cohnella bacteria.
Nearly 2000 bottles of atovaquone oral suspension distributed by Bionpharma Inc. are under a Class I recall for contamination with Cohnella bacteria.
Nearly 2000 bottles of...
10/23/2024
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News
10/18/2024
A new study published in Nature Communications has provided crucial insights into the structure and organization of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).
A new study published in Nature Communications has provided crucial insights into the structure and organization of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).
A new study published in Nature...
10/18/2024
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Commentary

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Commentary
11/11/2024
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel announced a lawsuit against pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) OptumRX, and ExpressScripts for their role in contributing to the opioid epidemic in the state.
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel announced a lawsuit against pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) OptumRX, and ExpressScripts for their role in contributing to the opioid epidemic in the state.
Michigan Attorney General Dana...
11/11/2024
Pharmacy Learning Network
Ann Latner Headshot
Commentary
11/04/2024
The US Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Kentucky announced the sentencing of a former pharmacist to prison for attempting to defraud Medicare and Medicaid by billing for medications that were never dispensed.
The US Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Kentucky announced the sentencing of a former pharmacist to prison for attempting to defraud Medicare and Medicaid by billing for medications that were never dispensed.
The US Attorney’s Office for the...
11/04/2024
Pharmacy Learning Network
Ann Latner Headshot
Commentary
10/29/2024
Following an investigation by the Virginia Department of Health Professions, a Virginia pharmacist was charged with diverting thousands of prescription medications for personal use over a year-long period.
Following an investigation by the Virginia Department of Health Professions, a Virginia pharmacist was charged with diverting thousands of prescription medications for personal use over a year-long period.
Following an investigation by...
10/29/2024
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Commentary
10/23/2024
The United States Department of Justice has announced the conviction of 4 pharmacy owners for conspiracy to commit health care fraud and wire fraud.
The United States Department of Justice has announced the conviction of 4 pharmacy owners for conspiracy to commit health care fraud and wire fraud.
The United States Department of...
10/23/2024
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Commentary
10/21/2024
In late September 2024, the Federal Trade Commission brought action against Caremark, Express Scripts, and OptumRx, the 3 largest pharmacy benefit managers and their respective group purchasing agents.
In late September 2024, the Federal Trade Commission brought action against Caremark, Express Scripts, and OptumRx, the 3 largest pharmacy benefit managers and their respective group purchasing agents.
In late September 2024, the...
10/21/2024
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Commentary
10/10/2024
In late September 2024, Oak Street Health, a subsidiary of CVS Health since 2023, agreed to pay $60 million to resolve allegations of an illegal Medicare Advantage patient recruitment scheme. The whistleblower who reported the illegal...
In late September 2024, Oak Street Health, a subsidiary of CVS Health since 2023, agreed to pay $60 million to resolve allegations of an illegal Medicare Advantage patient recruitment scheme. The whistleblower who reported the illegal...
In late September 2024, Oak...
10/10/2024
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Commentary
09/27/2024
Former pharmacist Robert Courtney, who was sentenced for diluting prescription medications, was granted early release despite protests from victims and lawmakers.
Former pharmacist Robert Courtney, who was sentenced for diluting prescription medications, was granted early release despite protests from victims and lawmakers.
Former pharmacist Robert...
09/27/2024
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Commentary
09/20/2024
It has been quite a year for Rite Aid. The chain filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and began closing over 500 stores nationwide since last Fall. The chain has now reached a settlement with the state of California and announced that it has...
It has been quite a year for Rite Aid. The chain filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and began closing over 500 stores nationwide since last Fall. The chain has now reached a settlement with the state of California and announced that it has...
It has been quite a year for...
09/20/2024
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Commentary
09/16/2024
The United States Attorney’s Office for the District of South Carolina has announced that a pharmacist pleaded guilty to adulteration of a radioactive drug and has been sentenced. Access the Pharmlaw to view details of the case.
The United States Attorney’s Office for the District of South Carolina has announced that a pharmacist pleaded guilty to adulteration of a radioactive drug and has been sentenced. Access the Pharmlaw to view details of the case.
The United States Attorney’s...
09/16/2024
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Commentary
09/09/2024
At the end of August, Committee Chairman Comer called on the CEOs of CVS Caremark, Express Scripts, and OptumRx to correct the official record of the hearing testimony. According to Comer, the PBM executives’ statements conflicted with the...
At the end of August, Committee Chairman Comer called on the CEOs of CVS Caremark, Express Scripts, and OptumRx to correct the official record of the hearing testimony. According to Comer, the PBM executives’ statements conflicted with the...
At the end of August, Committee...
09/09/2024
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Interviews

Vishali Amin
Interview
01/29/2024
In this interview, Vishali Amin, VP of Value Delivery at Kalderos, discusses the impact of drug affordability on Medicare patients and medical costs, as well as the barriers preventing patients from benefiting from existing programs, the need...
In this interview, Vishali Amin, VP of Value Delivery at Kalderos, discusses the impact of drug affordability on Medicare patients and medical costs, as well as the barriers preventing patients from benefiting from existing programs, the need...
In this interview, Vishali Amin,...
01/29/2024
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Interview
12/12/2023
With the increase in supply chain shortages, Guy Yehiav offers expert insights into conditioning monitoring's impact on antibody drug dosages for RSV. 
With the increase in supply chain shortages, Guy Yehiav offers expert insights into conditioning monitoring's impact on antibody drug dosages for RSV. 
With the increase in supply...
12/12/2023
Pharmacy Learning Network
Interview
10/31/2023
In this feature interview, Dr Derek Chu discusses systemic treatments for atopic dermatitis and also how physicians can consider the benefits and harms of prescription topical treatments.
In this feature interview, Dr Derek Chu discusses systemic treatments for atopic dermatitis and also how physicians can consider the benefits and harms of prescription topical treatments.
In this feature interview, Dr...
10/31/2023
Pharmacy Learning Network
Interview
10/26/2023
In this second installment of a series exploring integrative approaches in dermatology, Dr Sarah Taylor shares her insights from 20 years of working with alternative treatments.
In this second installment of a series exploring integrative approaches in dermatology, Dr Sarah Taylor shares her insights from 20 years of working with alternative treatments.
In this second installment of a...
10/26/2023
Pharmacy Learning Network
Interview
10/25/2023
Do you have patients asking about alternative treatment options? In this first installment of a series exploring integrative approaches in dermatology, Dr Peter Lio answers key questions to help you navigate the journey.
Do you have patients asking about alternative treatment options? In this first installment of a series exploring integrative approaches in dermatology, Dr Peter Lio answers key questions to help you navigate the journey.
Do you have patients asking...
10/25/2023
Pharmacy Learning Network
Interview
10/21/2023
In this interview, James F. List, MD, PhD, Global Therapeutic Area Head, whose team oversees a portfolio of programs including Pulmonary Hypertension at Janssen Research & Development, LLC, explains the A DUE study.
In this interview, James F. List, MD, PhD, Global Therapeutic Area Head, whose team oversees a portfolio of programs including Pulmonary Hypertension at Janssen Research & Development, LLC, explains the A DUE study.
In this interview, James...
10/21/2023
Pharmacy Learning Network
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Interview
12/21/2022
Anita Patel, PharmD, vice president of pharmacy service development, Walgreens, reviews the effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccines as well as the role of pharmacies in ensuring patients are vaccinated throughout the winter.
Anita Patel, PharmD, vice president of pharmacy service development, Walgreens, reviews the effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccines as well as the role of pharmacies in ensuring patients are vaccinated throughout the winter.
Anita Patel, PharmD, vice...
12/21/2022
Integrated Healthcare Executive
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Interview
12/12/2022
Reetu Mukherji, MD, gastrointestinal medical oncologist, Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center, Georgetown University Medical Center, discusses findings from her recent study which tested the feasibility of using a smartphone app to monitor...
Reetu Mukherji, MD, gastrointestinal medical oncologist, Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center, Georgetown University Medical Center, discusses findings from her recent study which tested the feasibility of using a smartphone app to monitor...
Reetu Mukherji, MD,...
12/12/2022
Pharmacy Learning Network
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Interview
11/23/2022
Nicole L Stout, DPT, CLT-LANA, FAPTA, research assistant professor in the School of Medicine, Department of Hematology/Oncology, West Virginia University Cancer Institute, shares her team’s research on distress screening and a quality...
Nicole L Stout, DPT, CLT-LANA, FAPTA, research assistant professor in the School of Medicine, Department of Hematology/Oncology, West Virginia University Cancer Institute, shares her team’s research on distress screening and a quality...
Nicole L Stout, DPT, CLT-LANA,...
11/23/2022
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Interview
10/18/2022
Safiya Karim, MD MSc FRCPC, clinical associate professor, medical oncologist, Tom Baker Cancer Centre, University of Calgary, offers insight from her team’s research on the relationship between medical cannabis and continuation of...
Safiya Karim, MD MSc FRCPC, clinical associate professor, medical oncologist, Tom Baker Cancer Centre, University of Calgary, offers insight from her team’s research on the relationship between medical cannabis and continuation of...
Safiya Karim, MD MSc FRCPC,...
10/18/2022
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Podcasts

PopHealth Perspectives Stephen Crystal Part 2
PopHealth Perspectives
12/28/2023
Join us for part two of a conversation about soaring US prescription drug prices, the need for Medicare price negotiation, and proposed structural changes with Stephen Crystal, PhD, Director of the Rutgers Center for Health Services Research...
Join us for part two of a conversation about soaring US prescription drug prices, the need for Medicare price negotiation, and proposed structural changes with Stephen Crystal, PhD, Director of the Rutgers Center for Health Services Research...
Join us for part two of a...
12/28/2023
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Crystal
Podcasts
12/13/2023
Join us for a conversation about soaring US prescription drug prices, the need for Medicare price negotiation, and proposed structural changes with Stephen Crystal, PhD, Director of the Rutgers Center for Health Services Research and...
Join us for a conversation about soaring US prescription drug prices, the need for Medicare price negotiation, and proposed structural changes with Stephen Crystal, PhD, Director of the Rutgers Center for Health Services Research and...
Join us for a conversation about...
12/13/2023
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Podcasts
12/07/2022
Stephanie Ostling Mason, PharmD, CDCES, diabetes clinical pharmacist, Glytec, shares the challenges associated with insulin management in the hospital setting and offers advice to improve patient outcomes.
Stephanie Ostling Mason, PharmD, CDCES, diabetes clinical pharmacist, Glytec, shares the challenges associated with insulin management in the hospital setting and offers advice to improve patient outcomes.
Stephanie Ostling Mason, PharmD,...
12/07/2022
Pharmacy Learning Network
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Podcasts
09/28/2022
Eric Tichy, PharmD, MBA, vice chair of pharmacy formulary, Mayo Clinic, offers insight into drug spending trends that emerged over the course of 2021 and predicts how spending will continue to change as the pandemic wanes and inflation...
Eric Tichy, PharmD, MBA, vice chair of pharmacy formulary, Mayo Clinic, offers insight into drug spending trends that emerged over the course of 2021 and predicts how spending will continue to change as the pandemic wanes and inflation...
Eric Tichy, PharmD, MBA, vice...
09/28/2022
Integrated Healthcare Executive
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Podcasts
09/28/2022
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
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