American Pharmacists Association

APhA calls for strong cybersecurity measures following Change Healthcare cyberattack

Retrieved on: 
Monday, April 8, 2024
American Pharmacists Association, Trustee, Patient, Pharmacy, Education, House of Delegates, Policy, Pharmacist, Change Healthcare, House, HOD, Multimedia, Health, Nursing

WASHINGTON, April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- APhA's Board of Trustees issued the following statement calling for stronger cybersecurity measures following the Change Healthcare cyberattack.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- APhA's Board of Trustees issued the following statement calling for stronger cybersecurity measures following the Change Healthcare cyberattack.
  • The Change Healthcare cyberattack made obvious the deep vulnerabilities of our nation's digital health care infrastructure, resulting in devastating patient care disruption, particularly at community and health system pharmacies across the country.
  • The APhA HOD passed the following cybersecurity policy statements.
  • APhA advocates for education providers to facilitate, and pharmacy personnel to seek out, education and training on cybersecurity laws, regulations, and best practices.

New Study Highlights Benefits of Medication Management Automation in Long-Term Care Facilities

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
Yafa, Automation, American Pharmacists Association, BDX, Patient, Journal, Pharmacy, ADC, Nursing, Health

FRANKLIN LAKES, N.J., March 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company) (NYSE: BDX), a leading global medical technology company, today announced new data from a research study evaluating the impact of deploying automated dispensing cabinets in long-term care facilities and an off-site, long-term care pharmacy.

Key Points: 
  • Over a 90-day period in the long-term care facilities, medication dispensing automation and the associated workflow changes led to a 71% reduction in medication retrieval time, as compared to manual emergency kits, improving medication availability when nurses used automation technology.
  • The study also showed a 96% reduction in the cost of unscheduled medication deliveries across the two long-term care facilities, representing $8,900 in cost savings.
  • "At BD, we recognize that the ever-changing health care landscape requires a safer, simpler and smarter approach to medication management," said Puneet Sarin, president of Medication Management Solutions for BD.
  • "With a rapidly growing population of older adults entering long-term care facilities, we must look to technology, like BD Pyxis™ MedBank™ automated dispensing cabinets, to manage operating costs, reduce the burden on health care providers and improve patient care."

Congress’ Current Failure to Enact PBM Reforms in Medicare and Medicaid is a Wasted Opportunity; Such Action Remains Must-Pass Legislation in 118th Congress

Retrieved on: 
Monday, March 4, 2024
Pharmacy, National Association, Food industry, American Pharmacists Association, Specialty pharmacy, FMI, Congress, PBM, Medicaid, National Alliance, Pharmaceutical industry

“In the current must-pass legislation, Congress’ failure to enact PBM reforms for Americans in Medicare and Medicaid and for their pharmacies is nothing short of a wasted opportunity – at a moment when time cannot be wasted.

Key Points: 
  • “In the current must-pass legislation, Congress’ failure to enact PBM reforms for Americans in Medicare and Medicaid and for their pharmacies is nothing short of a wasted opportunity – at a moment when time cannot be wasted.
  • “Congress demonstrated broad and strong bipartisan support for sound PBM reforms in Medicare and Medicaid.
  • “It is imperative that Congress enact these reforms soon in the 118th Congress.
  • We stand ready to support that effort because if ever there were must-pass legislation, PBM reforms in Medicare and Medicaid are it.”

APhA Statement on Change Healthcare Cyberattack

Retrieved on: 
Friday, February 23, 2024
Pharmacy, Multimedia, Change Healthcare, Doctor of Pharmacy, Pharmacist, American Pharmacists Association, Patient, Medicine, Prescription, Insurance

WASHINGTON, Feb. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- By now, many of you are aware of a cyberattack that has affected Change Healthcare's ability to communicate with pharmacies.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, Feb. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- By now, many of you are aware of a cyberattack that has affected Change Healthcare's ability to communicate with pharmacies.
  • Change Healthcare is a technology company used by many pharmacies; their technology helps pharmacies know how much to charge consumers at the pharmacy counter.
  • As a result of this, many pharmacies throughout America could not transmit insurance claims for their patients.
  • Pharmacies rely on companies like Change Healthcare to help process your insurance claims, but please note that not all pharmacies are impacted.

Phreesia Joins Call to Action to Improve Adult Vaccination Rates

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, January 23, 2024
COVID-19, Technology, Human Resources, Public Relations, Investor Relations, Communications, Professional Services, Software, General Health, Pharmaceutical, Health, Death, Patient, Heart, MD, NFID, Diphtheria, American Pharmacists Association, Tetanus, American Medical Association, Vaccination, Disability, Infection, DPT vaccine, Cardiovascular disease, Immunization, Organization, HPV, National Forum, Vaccine, RSV

Phreesia, a leader in patient intake, outreach and activation, is pleased to announce that it has joined the National Adult and Influenza Immunization Summit’s Call to Action for Adult Immunizations campaign to improve adult vaccination rates.

Key Points: 
  • Phreesia, a leader in patient intake, outreach and activation, is pleased to announce that it has joined the National Adult and Influenza Immunization Summit’s Call to Action for Adult Immunizations campaign to improve adult vaccination rates.
  • More than three in four adults are missing routinely recommended vaccines and, due to preventive care put on hold during the COVID-19 pandemic, low vaccination rates have worsened.
  • The mission of the campaign is to encourage healthcare providers to take action to improve the implementation of adult vaccination recommendations to protect adults from preventable illness, disability and death.
  • Within the last few years, Phreesia has delivered over 20.7 million messages to adults to encourage conversations with care teams about recommended vaccines.

APhA announces 2024 Remington Honor Medal recipient

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, January 10, 2024
Pediatrics, Patient, Emeritus, Research, Multimedia, Internal medicine, American Pharmacists Association, National academy, Doctor of Pharmacy, OSU, Pharmacist, Society, Nahata, Book, Hospital, Nationwide Children's Hospital, Ohio State University, College, British campaign medals, Nursing

WASHINGTON, Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Pharmacists Association (APhA) began announcing the selection of the 2024 APhA Awards and Honors Program recipients today.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Pharmacists Association (APhA) began announcing the selection of the 2024 APhA Awards and Honors Program recipients today.
  • Recipients will be officially recognized during the APhA Annual Meeting & Exposition in Orlando, FL, March 22–25, 2024.
  • It serves as the preeminent award for the profession of pharmacy and is the highest honor bestowed by APhA.
  • Milap C. Nahata, PharmD, MS, of Powell, OH, was selected as the recipient of the 2024 Remington Honor Medal.

GSK Awards $1M in COiMMUNITY Initiative Grants to Support Adult Immunization and Health Equity

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, December 12, 2023
Health, Infectious Diseases, Health Technology, Research, Science, Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology, American Lung Association, Infection, Senior, Organization, Notifiable disease, Investment, Pharmacist, Language, GSK plc, Vaccination, Multimedia, Immunization, American Pharmacists Association, GSK, MPH, Vaccine, Pharmaceutical industry

GSK plc (LSE/NYSE: GSK) today announced the recipients of the inaugural grant program of the COiMMUNITY Initiative , a multipronged effort to support the design of a more systematic, collaborative and equitable approach to helping increase adult immunization rates in the US.

Key Points: 
  • GSK plc (LSE/NYSE: GSK) today announced the recipients of the inaugural grant program of the COiMMUNITY Initiative , a multipronged effort to support the design of a more systematic, collaborative and equitable approach to helping increase adult immunization rates in the US.
  • Each grant-funded project is receiving between $50,000 and $175,000 out of a total $1 million in funding to help address long-standing barriers to adult immunization in the US.
  • Hear from some of the 2023 COiMMUNITY Initiative grant recipients:
    Liz Helms, President and CEO, California Chronic Care Coalition, said: “A successful vaccination program can alleviate the devastation of contagious diseases.
  • Through the COiMMUNITY Initiative, GSK will continue to build on its commitment to help support long- lasting solutions to address adult immunization challenges through ongoing investments to empower stakeholders with actionable data, and models and best practices in adult vaccine confidence and delivery.

APhA Foundation Announces 2024 Jacob W. Miller Award Recipient

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, December 7, 2023
Health, Research, American Pharmacists Association, Pharmacy, Hospice, Pharmacist, Trustee, University, Nursing

WASHINGTON, Dec. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Pharmacists Association (APhA) Foundation is honored to announce Thomas R. Temple, BS, MS, as the 2024 recipient of the Jacob W. Miller Award .

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, Dec. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Pharmacists Association (APhA) Foundation is honored to announce Thomas R. Temple, BS, MS, as the 2024 recipient of the Jacob W. Miller Award .
  • "He played a crucial role in the advancement of pharmacy practice, leaving a lasting legacy that will continue to impact the APhA Foundation, APhA, and the profession.
  • The Jacob W. Miller Award will be presented to Temple's family on March 25, 2024, during the APhA Foundation Contributor's Breakfast at the APhA Annual Meeting & Exposition in Orlando, FL.
  • For more information about Temple and the Jacob W. Miller award, please visit the APhA Foundation website at aphafoundation.org/jacob-miller-award .

Appeal Production Named to Inc.'s Second Annual Power Partner Awards

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, November 2, 2023
F&M Bank, Health, Business development, Organization, Performance Food Group, Danone North America, Multimedia, Advertising, American Pharmacists Association, Marketing, Rotary International, Record, Virginia Department of Health, Daikin Applied Americas, Virginia Department of Education, Communication, Appeal

HARRISONBURG, Va., Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Appeal Production is honored to be recognized by Inc. Business Media as a second annual Power Partner Award winner. This award honors B2B organizations across the globe that have proven track records supporting entrepreneurs and helping startups grow. The list recognizes 389 firms in marketing and advertising, health and wellness, financial services, legal, logistics, and productivity, as well as other areas of business.

Key Points: 
  • HARRISONBURG, Va., Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Appeal Production is honored to be recognized by Inc. Business Media as a second annual Power Partner Award winner.
  • This award honors B2B organizations across the globe that have proven track records supporting entrepreneurs and helping startups grow.
  • To be selected as one of a handful of companies across the globe to receive the Inc. Power Partner Award, is a humbling honor."
  • Appeal Production is a video marketing firm that inspires business growth with dazzling videos.

BioTek reMEDys Celebrates the Pharmacy Professions for American Pharmacists Month

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, October 17, 2023
Biotechnology, General Health, Health, Pharmaceutical, Managed Care, BioTek, Pharmacist, Cognitive remediation therapy, American Pharmacists Association, Patient, Education, Pharmacy technician, Rare, Pharmacy, Physician, Pharmaceutical industry, Nursing

Annually celebrated during the month of October, American Pharmacists Month has been designated by the American Pharmacists Association as a time to recognize pharmacists’ contributions to health care and all they do for their communities.

Key Points: 
  • Annually celebrated during the month of October, American Pharmacists Month has been designated by the American Pharmacists Association as a time to recognize pharmacists’ contributions to health care and all they do for their communities.
  • “American Pharmacists Month is a time to recognize the contributions and impact pharmacists, specialty pharmacists and pharmacy technicians make on patient wellbeing and on the healthcare system as a whole,” said BioTek reMEDys’ CEO and founder Chaitanya Gadde.
  • BioTek reMEDys is a multi-site national integrated infusion therapy provider focused on providing support to people with rare diseases.
  • Through supply chain management, innovative technology and trained specialty pharmacists, BioTek reMEDys is able to deliver superior service at a lower cost.