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Community Pharmacy Shows Potential in Detecting Cognitive Decline

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Community pharmacies show potential in the early detection of cognitive decline; however, implementation remains limited due to consistency and feasibility. 1 Community pharmacies emerge as key players in early cognitive decline detection, offering vital screening tools and support for at-risk patients. 2025;13(14):1693.

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State-Level PBM Reform Vital for Community Pharmacies, Patient Access

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The issues of pharmacy closures and declining reimbursements have made operating a local, community pharmacy increasingly difficult, leading policymakers and industry advocates to call for regulation to pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) and their reimbursement practices.

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Expert Discusses McKesson's Approach to Supporting Community Pharmacies | McKesson ideaShare

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The community pharmacy sector is facing unprecedented challenges, with shrinking margins and evolving health care dynamics putting increasing pressure on independent pharmacies. "I think the community pharmacy segment continues to be challenged in reimbursement. Subscribe Now!

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How the Rise in US Pharmacy Deserts Impacts Patients’ Health

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Pharmacy closures have become commonplace within the industry as of late, with thousands of shutdowns since 2010 and a trend that’s showing significantly more pharmacy closures than openings. READ MORE: Why Pharmacy Deserts Are Detrimental to US Communities Pharmacy practice is always changing. References 1.

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Is Your Pharmacy Showing Up Where Today’s Patients Are Searching?

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Newsletter Pharmacy practice is always changing. Stay ahead of the curve with the Drug Topics newsletter and get the latest drug information, industry trends, and patient care tips. Whether you're just starting your digital journey or looking to level up, this episode offers practical advice you can implement today. Subscribe Now!

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Independent Pharmacists’ Unique Role During Disaster Management Efforts

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From 1980 to 2024, the National Centers for Environmental Information reported 403 confirmed natural disaster events impacting weather or climate, totaling economic losses over $1 billion. To read these stories and more, download the PDF of the Total Pharmacy June issue here. NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information.

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CPESN USA Honors 32 Community-Based Pharmacies; Awards Sponsored by Compliant Pharmacy Alliance (CPA)

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Their engagement drives better outcomes for patients and shows the power of local pharmacy innovation at scale,” said Troy Trygstad, PharmD, MBA, PhD, Executive Director of CPESN USA. Flip The Pharmacy October Schedule & Sign-Ups October 5th 2023 Article Check out these can't miss Workflow Wednesdays sessions.