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Indeed, the silver lining of the pandemic is that we have learned how much care is possible at home and we are getting much better at it, largely thanks to pharmacies, pharmacists, their techs, and technology.

Pharmacists and pharmacies can be doing more to help with medication management for their patients.

According to a 2019 white paper by S. Michael Ross, MD, MHA, suboptimal medication management is costing the healthcare industry more than $528 billion annually. Far more important, 275,000 lives end prematurely every year because of poor adherence.

Taking medication is not without risks, especially for the elderly. Drug interactions can have unexpected and unintended effects. Side effects can lead to complications. Directions can be misunderstood. The recommended dosage can require adjustments. The list goes on and on.

Today’s women and girls have more opportunities, options, and outlets for creativity and ingenuity than ever before. Companies across all industries prioritize empowering women, and these efforts have spurred advancements for women and girls in areas such as STEM, sports, the arts, and corporate America.

Centennial Pharmacy Services President Lindsay Dymowski will be joined on stage by GeriMed senior VP Susan Rhodus on Tuesday, October 4 at 9:30 a.m. The topic will be Medical at Home – The Players, Payers, and Game Plan.

Big data and analytics are everywhere—including in independent pharmacy. But is the collected information being used to help with documentation, care planning, and reimbursement?

Medication-at-home pharmacy is an innovative method of medication management that is vital to the success of the health care system.

Parata kicks off a four-part webinar series focused on everything you need to know to successfully serve the rapidly expanding population of medications at home services. In the second session airing on September 14th at 1:00 PM EST, listeners will learn from at-home leaders about the market, its challenges, its benefits, and what the future holds.

The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted every sector of American life, and pharmacies were no exception. During the pandemic, my family and I operated our community pharmacy in one of the country’s largest cities. I witnessed firsthand the changes in patient care and how it impacted pharmacies. Many of these changes proved positive and should endure into the future. Yet, the pandemic also exacerbated long standing challenges that remain to this day.

When a person seeks medical care, a team impacts that care. Primary care teams, home care groups, and even medical transportation companies play a role in patients’ health outcomes.

It’s almost back to school time and that means its time to check that your kids are up to date on all their immunizations. We spoke to Co-founder and President of Centennial Pharmacy services Lindsay Dymowski Constantino this morning about all the ways to keep your kids healthy and safe this upcoming school year.

For many older patients, taking prescribed medication has become an essential part of their daily routine. It can often be the biggest responsibility they have to better their health or manage their chronic conditions.

The program is designed to meet the needs of facilities and individuals who have had a recent hospital or skilled nursing stay and are now returning home. This program’s goal is to provide an extra layer of support and care for people who are living with chronic conditions and are at risk for re-hospitalization.

The course will be available on ACPE.edu