Medication cost is not the only factor that contributes to poor compliance and adherence.
The number of young children hospitalized or seen in the ER for ingesting a potentially toxic dose of medication has risen dramatically.
Pharmacists have actively answered the polls posted monthly on our Web site.
Pharmacy practice has transformed into a more clinical and patient-centered role.
Drug shortages have silently, but steadily, risen to critical levels.
Are the innovative services some stores are offering to attract customers appropriate to pharmacy's image?
Pharmacies are rated as one of the top three businesses in providing customer service.
Pharmacist consultation on patient compliance and adherence is the future of pharmacy and must be embraced now.
It’s becoming more difficult to distinguish patients who are abusing opioids from those who have legitimate chronic pain.
Pharmacists must be vigilant about enforcing HIPAA privacy regulations.
Retail pharmacies are targeted for theft because of their accessibility and inventory of narcotics.
A richly detailed new book provides insight into the intricacies of this complicated disease.
There are pitfalls to jumping from one pharmacy to another based on prescription cost alone.
Counterfeit medications are increasingly widespread, highly profitable, and dangerous.
Pharmacists should be aware of both the physical and emotional conditions of their patients.
Pharmacists worldwide are active participants in their countries’ health care systems.
One of the most difficult things for a health care professional to do is report a colleague who may be practicing while under the influence.
Pharmacy technology is a valuable asset, but it is not without errors.
The responses to polls on the
U.S. Pharmacist and PharmQD Web sites are often surprising.
The new generation of pharmacists is likely to take a more active role in patients' health care.
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