Are some Walgreens' pharmacies violating HIPAA laws?

A frequent Walgreens' critic has filed a complaint with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services alleging the chain's new pharmacy design is putting sensitive patient information at risk. » More

Dissatisfaction with mail-order pharmacies growing

The level of customer satisfaction with mail-order pharmacies continues to decline well below that of brick-and-mortar pharmacies, according to a study by J.D. Power and Associates.
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California provider-status bill signed into law

Governor Jerry Brown has signed provider-status legislation authorizing pharmacists throughout the Golden State to give a full range of immunizations, as well as dispensing birth control pills and certain medications for international travel. » More

Vortioxetine approved for major depressive disorder

FDA approved vortioxetine (Brintellix, Takeda Pharmaceuticals and Lundbeck) to treat adults with major depressive disorder. » More

Continuing Education

New Mini-Series: Osteoporosis Care

This month, Drug Topics offers the first part of a two-part CPE series, "MTM considerations in osteoporosis care." Earn up to 2 credits by completing this application-based activity.
To read and print the article with TEST QUESTIONS, click here. To proceed to the online exams and earn up to 2 CPE credits, click here to log in.

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