The Significance of Refrigeration in Maintaining Vaccine Storage
Introduction It’s no secret that vaccines are incredibly important, but they’re also sensitive to even the slightest environmental changes. Therefore, the success of a vaccination program rests on how vaccines are stored and handled. That’s why the role of refrigeration in maintaining the quality of vaccines can’t be ignored. A vaccine storage refrigerator is the […]
How do you avoid Drug Diversion?
Reducing the risk of drug diversion in your facility requires not just knowledge of the problem, but the right tools and procedures that contribute to a safer drug disposal program in your facility. According to the US Department of Justice National Drug Intelligence Center (NDIC), costs of drug diversion incidents affecting not only private medical […]
Environmental Impact of Drugs in Waterways
The environmental impact of drugs on waterways is not to be underestimated, even with enhanced regulations from federal and state governments. Improper disposal practices of pharmaceutical wastes containing contaminants, drug byproducts, and pharmaceutically active compounds (PhACs) continue to wreak havoc on aquatic environments around the world. What types of drugs are making their way into […]
How to Read a Balance Sheet for an Independent Pharmacy
Have your eye on acquiring a specific independent pharmacy? You’ll want to take a look at their financial statements – including the balance sheet – before making a commitment. Learn more from First Financial Bank on how to evaluate the financial health of a business by looking at the balance sheet. Read more >
Why Stopping Drug Diversion Matters
Drug diversion is a serious issue in hospital environments throughout the U.S. and in other countries around the world. The issue not only affects healthcare professionals involved in drug diversion activities, but puts patients at risk as well. Identifying and preventing drug diversion is filled with challenges. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) […]
Top 4 Ways to Make Simulation Labs Impactful
Healthcare simulation labs give providers-in-training exceptional opportunities to perfect their knowledge and skills in safe environments that simulate real-world medical scenarios. Labs range from simple task trainers to complex, fully functioning hospital rooms. High-fidelity mannequins, virtual reality, audio-visual technology, and computer-based simulators create realistic and immersive learning experiences that prepare healthcare professionals to enter the […]
2023 Diabetic Drug Changes: What to Expect & How to Manage Them
In 2023, there will be several changes to diabetic drugs that are expected to take place. These changes are aimed at improving the management of diabetes and reducing the risk of complications associated with the condition. We will discuss some of the changes that are taking place in this year and also address how QRx […]
Consequences of Improper Pharmaceutical Disposal
What are the dangers and consequences of improper pharmaceutical disposal? Despite advancements in regulations and guidelines for the development of effective, safe, and compliant drug disposal processes, the dangers of non-compliance – and its consequences – still exist. Pharmaceutical products that are improperly disposed of can cause risk not only to human health and safety, […]
Environmental Impact of Drugs in Landfills
Unused, unwanted, expired and even illegal street drugs have in past years been flushed down toilets, sink drains, and even into sewer lines. However, the impact of drugs on the environment and how they affect landfills has been under increased scrutiny over the past decade, and while research is still ongoing, the statistics are alarming. […]
Pharmacy Automation: The Solution
Navigating the labor shortage, increased medication costs/shortages, and the cost to dispense. Contributor: Miriam Cho, PharmD, President/CPO, MAC Rx How does a pharmacy try to balance ever-shrinking pharmacy margins with increased costs? While coming out of COVID-19, more and more employees want to work from home; however, every pharmacy needs to fill positions that simply […]
