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Hospital pharmacist wages grow 4%
Between 2022 and 2023, the average hospital pharmacist saw a 4% salary increase, according to a Drug Channels report. -
Moderna's combo flu, COVID-19 shot succeeds in phase 3 trial
On June 10, Moderna said its experimental combination vaccine for COVID-19 and influenza surpassed the efficacy of existing shots in a phase 3 trial. -
Kindred pharmacy director moves to Baptist
Louisville, Ky.-based Baptist Health named Rachel Connors, PharmD, as the pharmacy director of its hospital in New Albany, Ind. -
4 ways to use AI in health system pharmacies
Artificial intelligence has already started to transform hospital and health system functions, communications, imaging and other operations, but what role could it have in pharmacies? -
Inside Cleveland Clinic pharmacy chief's first 100 days
Cleveland Clinic's new chief pharmacy officer has a simple goal: No surprises. -
Minnesota is 7th state to approve 340B contract pharmacy protections
Minnesota is the seventh state to approve a new 340B contract pharmacy law that forbids drug manufacturers and distributors from limiting access to medications for hospitals and health systems serving uninsured and underinsured populations. -
Bristol Myers Squibb to lay off 860+ workers in New Jersey
Bristol Myers Squibb, one of 12 pharmaceutical and health service companies in the Fortune 500 list, plans to lay off 863 employees in Lawrenceville, N.J., according to recently filed WARN notices. -
New drug pricing dispute resolution rule to take effect: 7 other 340B hospital updates
Beginning June 18, a newly finalized rule from the Health Resources and Services Administration will take effect and change how the resolution of disputes within the 340B program is handled. -
2 health system CEOs urge Congress to protect 340B 'lifeline'
CEOs of two U.S. health systems testified June 4 before a House subcommittee on the oversight of the 340B drug pricing program, advocating for the preservation of the protections that have been in place for hospitals and patients since 1992. -
How hospitals can bolster second victim syndrome support
After a medication error or an unexpected patient outcome, it is common for practitioners to question themselves and feel shame and guilt, according to the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists. -
Ascension pharmacies now back online
All retail, home delivery and specialty pharmacies operated by Ascension resumed normal operations as of June 4, according to the St. Louis-based organization recovering from a cyberattack. -
ISMP urges enhanced safety measures for dispensing cabinets
Additional updates are needed to reduce the risk of medication errors associated with automated dispensing cabinets, the Institute for Safe Medication Practices said May 31. -
Baptist Health completes $40M central pharmacy
Louisville, Ky.-based Baptist Health is slated to open one of the nation's first autonomous pharmacy centers June 5. -
FDA approves Moderna's RSV shot for older adults
The FDA has given the green light to Moderna's mRNA-based respiratory syncytial virus vaccine, specifically for older adults, the drugmaker announced May 31. -
Revolutionizing Biosimilar Management: How Amplify Rx Boosted Inova’s Operational Efficiency and Financial Performance
The growth and complexity of biosimilar agents for infusion therapy is generating a need for effective tools to optimize product selection and manage costs. Frequent changes in payer policies lead to frustrating delays in the authorization process and create obstacles that impact patient care. -
Novartis sues Maryland over law prohibiting restrictions on 340B drugs
Drugmaker Novartis filed a lawsuit May 29 against the state of Maryland over a new law that forbids manufacturers from "taking certain direct or indirect actions to limit or restrict the acquisition or delivery of a 340B drug." -
RWJBarnabas pharmacist tapped for ASHP national taskforce
Timothy Jacisin, PharmD, a senior pharmacist at Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center in Livingston, N.J., has been selected to join a national taskforce commissioned by the group responsible for accrediting pharmacy residents. He will help expand standards that protect pharmacists who identify as LGBTQ+. -
How pharmacists can alleviate the physician shortage
As experts predict sprawling shortages of physicians in the near future, community pharmacists are well-positioned to care for minor ailments, according to researchers at Pullman-based Washington State University. -
Sagent recalls 2 lots of cancer drug
Sagent Pharmaceuticals issued a voluntary recall of two lots of a cancer drug because of a "potential presence of particulate matter," the FDA said May 29. -
Hospital pharmacies: 40 stats to know
Amid a looming shortage of pharmacists, health system pharmacy leaders are increasing their investments in technology and leveling up roles, according to a survey of 324 pharmacy directors of general and children's hospitals.
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