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The Value of a Medically Integrated Pharmacy to Maximize Cost Avoidance and Reduce Waste of Oral Oncolytic Medications

Pharmacy Times

The nurses have access to the electronic medical record and perform an extensive medical records review of office notes, labs, scans, pathology, and upcoming appointments. The nurses complete a reassessment care plan prior to medications being shipped.

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Prescribing shift for Pfizer’s Paxlovid expands access but draws questions

Pharmaceutical Technology

On 6 July, in an effort to accelerate access, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) allowed pharmacists to also begin prescribing the drug to eligible individuals with Covid-19. The pharmacist can then review their medical history to make sure there are no concerns of drug-drug interactions with Paxlovid. How to get Paxlovid.

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How pharmacists can help patients with New Year’s resolutions

The Checkup by Singlecare

Motivational interviewing is a communication style that healthcare professionals can use to strengthen a patient’s internal motivation for change. . Pharmacists can also review medication records to ensure that smoking cessation therapies do not interact with any of the client’s current medications. .