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There are many tasks that a pharmacist is responsible for each day. Pharmacists are some of the most accessible members of the healthcare team, as individuals can seek their advice quickly and easily, even without an appointment.

Strict adherence in taking HIV medication; extremely difficult for many individuals

Highly active antiretroviral therapy has increased the longevity and quality of life for people living with human immunodeficiency virus. But it requires strict adherence in taking the medicine, something that is extremely difficult for many individuals to do.

23 Oct 2009

EFPIA launches a pilot project against counterfeit prescription medicines in Europe

This incidence of counterfeit prescription medicines in Europe's traditional supply chain is growing. This is why EFPIA (European Federation of Pharmaceutical Industries and Associations) has launched a pilot project that includes the testing of a coding and identification solution in Sweden.

23 Oct 2009

Halozyme Therapeutics commences patient dosing in Phase 3 Enhanze trial with Herceptin

Halozyme Therapeutics, Inc. and Roche today announced dosing of the first patient in a Phase 3 registration trial using Enhanze™ technology (rHuPH20, recombinant human hyaluronidase) in a subcutaneous formulation with Roche’s anticancer biologic, Herceptin (trastuzumab).

22 Oct 2009

Complimentary book for fertility patients placing first fertility cycle order

Village Fertility Pharmacy (www.villagefertilitypharmacy.com), a specialty pharmacy focused exclusively on infertility medications, is pleased to announce that, effectively immediately, fertility patients who place a fertility cycle order for the first time will receive a complimentary copy of Kristen Magnacca's award-winning book, "Love and Infertility: Strategies for Survival - Balancing Infertility, Marriage, and Life."

20 Oct 2009

Rexall Diabetes Starter Kit for newly diagnosed patients

Over 40 per cent of Canadians diagnosed with a life-threatening disease, such as diabetes, feel confused or overwhelmed after leaving their doctor's office, shows a Leger Marketing survey commissioned by the Rexall family of pharmacies.

20 Oct 2009

Research to investigate and improve patient adherence to prescription drug therapies

CVS Caremark is sponsoring research to investigate patient adherence to prescription drug therapies and identify ways to increase adherence. Working with researchers from Harvard and Brigham and Women's Hospital, the company expects knowledge gained from the research will help health professionals better understand patient behavior and lead to developing programs that health care providers and pharmacies can use to improve medication adherence and ultimately help improve patient care and medical outcomes by avoiding costly hospital treatment.

15 Oct 2009

Pharmacists can help solve the health care puzzle by reducing overall health care costs

Choosing your pharmacist as carefully as you choose your doctor is becoming more and more important to overall health. In the United States, we spend 53% more per person on health care than any other industrialized nation, yet our patients do not fair any better.

13 Oct 2009

Biocodex secures consumer distribution with CVS stores nationwide for its Florastor

As part of its continued expansion throughout the U.S. retail market, Biocodex, Inc., the U.S. arm of the French manufacturer of Florastor® and Florastor® Kids, has secured consumer distribution with CVS stores nationwide beginning this month. Florastor will be placed on-shelf in the stomach/digestives aisle, while Florastor Kids will be available upon request “behind the counter.”

8 Oct 2009

Rite Aid pharmacists provide regular seasonal flu shots to help prevent flu

Patients have more options than ever this year at their local Rite Aid pharmacy to help prevent the flu. More than 2,000 Rite Aid certified immunizing pharmacists in more than 1,500 Rite Aid stores have been giving regular seasonal flu shots and will continue to do so throughout the flu season.

8 Oct 2009

2010 Medco Medicare Prescription Plan to identify lower-cost medication options

Medco Health Solutions, Inc. (NYSE: MHS) is helping seniors in this tough economy find smart solutions for getting the most value out of their Medicare prescription drug plan.

7 Oct 2009

Patient and caregiver tools available in Spanish and French translations

Today, the National Transitions of Care Coalition (NTOCC) released Spanish and French translations of patient/caregiver tools, Taking Care of MY Health Care and My Medicine List. The tools, originally developed in English, provide a resource which patients and their caregivers can use to improve outcomes and satisfaction with the health care they receive.

6 Oct 2009

CIGNA survey shows employees in small business look for ways to save money on medication

A recent CIGNA survey of consumers across the country found that employees at small companies are more likely than those employed by larger companies to look for ways to save money on prescription drugs. The same study found that 60 percent of consumers are willing to spend 30 minutes on a Web site comparing costs and services if it will save them $100.

5 Oct 2009

Americans urged to carry an up-to-date medication list

A medication list can provide emergency medical personnel with lifesaving information and help prevent the nearly 1.5 million(1) people harmed by medication-related errors every year.

1 Oct 2009

Annual campaign to help patients learn about, manage and prevent diabetes

Rite Aid has kicked off its annual campaign on diabetes management by supporting the American Diabetes Association, the leading diabetes voluntary health organization, and dLife, the leading online diabetes resource, in the fight to stop diabetes.

1 Oct 2009

Walgreens celebrates American Pharmacists Month

Walgreens, the nation’s largest drugstore chain, celebrates its pharmacists and their commitment to community as part of October’s American Pharmacists Month. Pharmacy and serving the needs of patients are at the heart of the company. From initiating the usage of child-resistant prescription containers in 1968 to providing seasonal flu shots as part of a nationwide flu prevention effort, Walgreens and its pharmacists are dedicated to the communities and patients they serve.

1 Oct 2009

Ontario's doctors to stress the importance of health care professionals working together to the Standing Committee

At an appearance today before the Ontario Legislative Standing Committee on Social Policy, Ontario's doctors will stress the importance of health care professionals working together to enhance and strengthen the delivery of safe and quality care to patients.

30 Sep 2009

90-day supply program to improve overall healthcare

Walgreens (NYSE:WAG) today launched a broad initiative for 90-day prescriptions that promotes delivery of maintenance and chronic care medication through its national network of more than 7,000 community pharmacies and employer worksite centers.

29 Sep 2009

Flood-affected customers in Georgia can obtain early refills of their prescriptions

UnitedHealth Group and its family of companies are authorizing plan participants who are affected by the floods in Georgia and enrolled in its fully insured health plans and pharmacy benefit management (PBM) services to obtain early refills of their prescription medications. In addition, a free help line is available for people who are coping with the emotional consequences of the floods.

24 Sep 2009

Walgreens ensures that all its pharmacies can provide Tamiflu

Less than a month after launching the largest flu prevention initiative in the company’s 108-year history, Walgreens is taking proactive measures to ensure its nearly 7,000 pharmacies can provide the suspension - or liquid - form of seasonal flu-fighting drug Tamiflu this season. Following Tamiflu manufacturer Roche’s notification that Tamiflu Oral Suspension is in short supply, Walgreens pharmacies in all 50 states are prepared to compound Tamiflu capsules into the liquid form to produce an Oral Suspension prescription. Tamiflu capsules remain in adequate supply.

24 Sep 2009

Safety tips for OTC and prescription medications

The beginning of October marks the start of Talk About Prescriptions Month, which is sponsored by the National Council on Patient Information and Education. In support of this annual awareness effort, Health Net, Inc. (NYSE:HNT) is sharing tips to help consumers safely take over-the-counter (OTC) and prescription medications.

23 Sep 2009

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Strict adherence in taking HIV medication; extremely difficult for many individuals

EFPIA launches a pilot project against counterfeit prescription medicines in Europe

Halozyme Therapeutics commences patient dosing in Phase 3 Enhanze trial with Herceptin

Complimentary book for fertility patients placing first fertility cycle order

Rexall Diabetes Starter Kit for newly diagnosed patients

Research to investigate and improve patient adherence to prescription drug therapies

Pharmacists can help solve the health care puzzle by reducing overall health care costs

Biocodex secures consumer distribution with CVS stores nationwide for its Florastor

Rite Aid pharmacists provide regular seasonal flu shots to help prevent flu

2010 Medco Medicare Prescription Plan to identify lower-cost medication options

Patient and caregiver tools available in Spanish and French translations

CIGNA survey shows employees in small business look for ways to save money on medication

Americans urged to carry an up-to-date medication list

Annual campaign to help patients learn about, manage and prevent diabetes

Walgreens celebrates American Pharmacists Month

Ontario's doctors to stress the importance of health care professionals working together to the Standing Committee

90-day supply program to improve overall healthcare

Flood-affected customers in Georgia can obtain early refills of their prescriptions

Walgreens ensures that all its pharmacies can provide Tamiflu

Safety tips for OTC and prescription medications

Achieving and maintaining ISO 27001 and BS 10012 certifications

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

Examining how pain could play a direct protective role in the gut

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