Trenton – In an effort to better protect voters from the high costs of prescription drugs, the Senate Committee on Health, Social Services and Seniors today proposed legislation sponsored by Senators Troy Singleton and Loretta Weinberg that would establish the Prescription Drug Affordability Board to Avoid High Prescription Drug Costs. …
Read More »Prescribing tramadol is associated with higher rates of adverse clinical outcomes compared to codeine in patients with chronic non-cancer pain
1. A retrospective population-based cohort study found that the prescription of tramadol was significantly associated with all-cause mortality, cardiovascular events and fractures at higher rates than the prescription of codeine. 2. No difference in event rates for constipation, falls, delirium, opioid use disorder, or sleep disturbance was noted between tramadol …
Read More »NCPDP to explore VBAs for prescription drugs at its virtual education summit, November 15-16, 2021
Event showcasing the drivers of value-based arrangements for prescription drugs and presenting the perspectives of multiple stakeholders on the current state of AVB, the challenges, opportunities and standards that support them VBA. SCOTTSDALE, Arizona., November 5, 2021 / PRNewswire-PRWeb / – The NCPDP has announced its 2021 Educational Summit on …
Read More »Why American Consumers Pay So High Prices for Prescription Drugs
Congressional Democrats this week proposed an addition to US President Joe Biden’s social and climate spending legislation that would allow Medicare, the federal government’s health care program for elderly Americans, to negotiate with drug makers the cost of certain prescription drugs. American consumers pay higher prices for prescription drugs than …
Read More »A Medical Prescription For Open Medicare Enrollment: Eliminating The Confusion From The Process | Sponsored
Medicare’s annual open enrollment period begins soon. Meanwhile, Medicare beneficiaries are making important choices that affect their medical bills, the doctors they see, and prescription coverage. There is a lot of information about open registration, but for many seniors the process can be difficult. Dr. White, Internal Medicine Specialist and …
Read More »Tennessee collects over 27,000 pounds of unused prescription drugs for take-back program
NASHVILLE, Tennessee (WKRN) – It was a milestone in the fight against the opioid crisis in Tennessee – more than 27,000 pounds of unnecessary prescriptions disappeared from medicine cabinets across the state. It’s more than just a drug take-back program, it gives doctors and heads of state an overview of …
Read More »Lisa Rinna’s daughter Delilah Belle Hamlin says she accidentally overdosed on prescription drugs
Delilah Belle Hamlin / Instagram Delilah Belle Hamlin / Instagram Delilah Belle Hamlin Delilah Belle Hamlin talks about her recent health issues, which she says ultimately led to an accidental overdose. Lisa Rinna and Harry Hamlin’s eldest daughter on Tuesday shared a lengthy Instagram video in which she revealed she’s …
Read More »Teens and Seniors Fuel the Increase in Online Sales of Illegal Prescription Drugs
Health experts are warning families that the threat of illegal drug sales through social media and other online websites is increasing. A new study from Butler University finds that it largely affects two groups of people, seniors who hope to save money on drugs by buying online and teens who …
Read More »Who wins and loses in Democrats’ prescription drug prices deal
WASHINGTON – Congressional Democrats announced Tuesday that they have agreed to a broad plan to overhaul the way America pays for prescription drugs. Under the agreement, Medicare would be allowed to negotiate drug prices for drugs dispensed over the pharmacy counter and those administered at doctor’s offices for drugs over …
Read More »Enough of high prescription drug prices
Letters submitted by BDN readers are verified by BDN Opinion Page staff. Send your letters to letters@bangordailynews.com. Congress is considering a bill that would allow Medicare to negotiate lower prescription drug prices. The pharmaceutical industry has lobbied against this because it would affect their profits even if we pay high …
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Read More »National Prescription Medication Take-Back Day Brings Nearly 745,000 Pounds of Unnecessary Medication
DETROIT (WLUC) – The Drug Enforcement Administration, along with its law enforcement partners, have removed nearly 745,000 books of unnecessary prescriptions from medicine cabinets across the country as part of the continued commitment of DEA to turn the tide against the opioid epidemic in the United States. Following the 21st …
Read More »DEA’s National Prescription Medication Take-Back Day Reports 745,000 Pounds of Unnecessary Medication, Continues Fight Against Opioid Epidemic
Washington DC, – The DEA, along with its law enforcement partners, removed nearly 745,000 pounds of unnecessary prescriptions from medicine cabinets across the country on Saturday, October 23, as part of the continued commitment to DEA to turn the tide against the opioid epidemic in the United States. Following the …
Read More »Chronic Pain, Opioid Prescription Law Changes Subject Of Online Streaming Legislative Study Monday | Government-and-politics
At the time, CDC data ranked Oklahoma 6th in the country for opioid prescriptions dispensed per capita. Stewart is now the Policy Director of P3Alliance, whose mission is to protect patients by raising awareness of “accurate and politically neutral information on the opioid crisis.” She has become an activist herself …
Read More »West Vancouver residents targeted by prescription drug scam
West Vancouver Police say they have seen a series of reports of a new type of scam targeting people who take prescription drugs. The fraud involves a person cold calling residents of West Vancouver, pretending to be from a local pharmacy and claiming their script has been completed. They just …
Read More »4 Common Prescription Drugs Have the Power to Reverse Alzheimer’s Symptoms
Barcelona, Spain – Currently, there is no drug that can cure Alzheimer’s disease, the most common form of dementia. As research to find an effective new treatment continues, a new study finds that a group of prescription drugs already approved for use can reverse the impact of the disease. In …
Read More »Pharmaceutical prices: the madness of prescription drug price controls
Senator Bernie Sanders (D., Vermont) interviews former Michigan Governor Jennifer Granholm during a hearing to consider her appointment as Secretary of Energy on Capitol Hill on Jan.27, 2021. (Graeme Jennings / Pool via Reuters) Hbefore It’s a fact you’ll rarely hear quoted in Congress: Prescription drug prices have been falling …
Read More »Pharmacist refuses to fill man’s ivermectin prescription for COVID: VIDEO
As the second anniversary of the global pandemic approaches, countless Americans are refusing to be vaccinated, but still trying to fight Covid-19 by taking ivermectin. This despite the fact that there is no scientific evidence that the drug, an antiparasitic drug more commonly used on horses and cattle, is effective …
Read More »Ontario Medical Association issues ‘prescription’ for the North
The OMA says the COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated long-standing disparities. THUNDER BAY – The Ontario Medical Association has released a list of a dozen recommendations aimed at addressing health care gaps in northern Ontario. The action plan includes improving access to physicians, especially in specialties such as family medicine, emergency …
Read More »Denver Police Collect Junk Drugs on National Prescription Drug Take Back Day – CBS Denver
DENVER (CBS4) – Agencies across Colorado, including the Denver Police Department, King Soopers and UCHealth, staged a massive effort on Saturday to safely dispose of prescription drugs. The 20th Annual National Medication Take-Back Day encouraged residents to check their medicine cabinet for unwanted, unused, or expired medications and drop them …
Read More »Prescription drugs discarded on National Medication Take-Back Day
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Expired and unwanted prescription drugs were thrown away on Saturday in an effort to prevent these drugs from being abused. Hospitals and police departments in the region have taken unwanted and expired drugs and the drugs will be destroyed. It’s an effort to end prescription drug …
Read More »Former hospital worker accused of stealing prescription drugs
All suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty by a court. (Riverton, Wyoming) – Riverton resident Maria Peterson, 48, faces three felony counts and two misdemeanors for incidents believed to have occurred from August to October 2020. The counts include: two counts of criminal possession of hydrocodone, one count of …
Read More »Responsible Disposal of Prescription Drugs | Newspaper
Got unused, unnecessary prescription drugs lying around in your medicine cabinet? Responsible people want to make sure they are doing the right thing by getting rid of these items, and it is not always easy to decide how to do it. But this weekend is National Prescription Drug Take Back …
Read More »Safely throw away expired prescription drugs on Saturday, October 23
You don’t want this visit. Two agents come to your door to ask if this is Joseph’s residence. You know it’s bad, you can see it in their eyes. We must inform you that Joseph is dead. Knowing about his long years of battling opioids following a car crash that …
Read More »Local law enforcement agencies hold prescription drug drop-off events on October 23
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) – Wegmans Food Markets is partnering with local law enforcement agencies in several states to host community prescription drug delivery events. The event is scheduled for Saturday, October 23 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The drop-off event will give community members the ability to pick …
Read More »More non-prescription drugs are coming to vending machines in Maryland
Maryland vending machines can now store everything from allergy relief and contraception to candy or potato chips under a new state law. A Pharmabox kiosk sells over-the-counter drugs like Advil and Pepto-Bismol at the Arundel Mills Mall, as reported on October 14, 2021. (Rachel Logan / Capital News Service) ANNAPOLIS, …
Read More »Educate patients on medication instructions
I often hear patients asking, “Why am I taking this medicine?” Whether it’s a drug prescribed by a primary care physician, specialist, or emergency medicine provider, this question should be answered and understood by all patients. Prescription labels for medications taken as needed usually include the indication for use, but …
Read More »Five Ways to Save on Prescription Drug Costs
IN THE UNITED STATES, prescription drug costs are too high for some and add up to monthly expenses. On average, Americans spend $ 1,200 a year on prescription drugs, according to OECD data. 1 Households Can Save on Prescription Drug Costs by Joining a Walmart ProgramCredit: Getty In fact, Americans …
Read More »Big Pharma’s New Popularity Could End Prescription Drug Reform
For decades, few industries in America have been as unpopular as Big Pharma. It’s easy to demonize because prescription drugs cost a lot more in the United States than in other countries, despite the industry making big profits every year. A 2019 House Ways and Means Committee report that found …
Read More »Why prescription drugs may work differently for different people
Different people taking the same medicine can have very different responses to the same dose. While many people will get the desired effects, some may get little or no benefit from it, and others may have unwanted side effects. As a pharmacist who researches the safety and effectiveness of drugs, …
Read More »Why was I given my prescription for medication in a plastic bag?
Many of us are taking small steps to reduce our plastic consumption: switching to reusable bags for grocery shopping, avoiding plastic-wrapped vegetables for bulk vegetables, and ditching coffee cups and bottles. disposable water. But sometimes it’s impossible to avoid plastic – even, it turns out, when you take a prescription. …
Read More »Kroger Health President talks about ‘food as medicine’ and prescription drug prices
Colleen Lindholz, president of Kroger Health, spoke about the grocery store’s plans to expand further into healthcare. Cincinnati-based grocery and retail giant Kroger Co. has ambitions to continue its mission of expanding healthcare, according to Colleen Lindholz, president of Kroger Health. Kroger is one of the nation’s largest grocery and …
Read More »NMS boss advises health workers on better drug prescribing and purchasing to avoid shortages
National Medical Stores (NMS) General Manager Moses Kamabare attributed the shortage of basic drugs in public hospitals to non-standardized prescription of drugs by some health workers and poor procurement planning by the hospital administration. Kamabare said some health workers do not follow standard clinical guidelines for prescribing drugs, causing an …
Read More »Treat the cause, not the symptom
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent call for mandatory prescription of generic drugs by physicians to lower the cost of healthcare, and the likely law surrounding it, is the culmination of three decades of efforts to provide affordable health care for the poor. Doctors in public hospitals are mandated to prescribe …
Read More »Raleigh | North Carolina State Student Designs Reusable Drug Prescription Bottle
Mallory Barrett, 21, won the award for best student design from Cradle to Cradle, a non-profit organization. Courtesy of Mallory Barrett RALEIGH Most used prescription pill bottles end up in landfills, but an NC State University student has developed a new type of bottle that can be reused. Mallory Barrett, …
Read More »Walgreen pharmacist sniffs fake cough medicine prescription
In this 2006 file photo, cough syrup is displayed on a store shelf at a drugstore in Edmond, Oklahoma. One of the two suspects in an apparent scheme to illegally obtain prescription drugs. The second of two suspects who police say attempted to obtain prescription drugs illegally. Alert Walgreen’s pharmacist …
Read More »Notice to Center, Haryana for granting prescription drug rights to locum practitioners | Chandigarh News
CHANDIGARH: Picking up a petition challenging the Haryana government’s decision to grant prescribing rights to non-MBBS – Ayurvedic and Unani – practitioners for modern allopathic medicines, the High Court of Punjab and Haryana on Monday reported published a notice to the Center and to the state government. A division bench …
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