Drug Topics Community Pharmacists' Report

August 14, 2012

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TOP STORY

Controlling resale of drugs on the gray market

Federal legislation is needed to control pharmacies that are re-selling drugs on the gray market, according to Carmen Catizone, the executive director of the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy. » More

Continuing Education

Enhancing immunization rates

As advocates of public health through immunization, pharmacists can build public awareness, identify patient needs, and provide vaccination services.

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TODAY'S HEADLINES

Generics saved Americans $1 trillion over 10 years

The use of generic prescription drugs instead of their brand-name counterparts has saved Americans and the nation's healthcare system $1.07 trillion over 10 years ending in 2011, according to the results of a study commissioned by the Generic Pharmaceutical Association. » More

Fertility drug use and breast cancer risk

The Two Sister Study, funded in part by Susan Komen for the Cure, was conducted to examine the possible risks associated with fertility drugs and breast cancer. The results were published recently in the Journal of The National Cancer Institute. » More

Prednisone use in acute rhinosinusitis patients

Systemic corticosteroid monotherapy using prednisone is not effective for patients with acute rhinosinusitis, according to a new study published in the August 7 issue of the Canadian Medical Association Journal. » More

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a) We offer immunizations by appointment only.
b) We offer immunizations on a specific day of the week.
c) We hold an immunization clinic periodically.
d) We offer immunizations on demand.
e) We do not offer immunizations.

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