The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said those with preexisting health conditions are more at risk of severe illness if they contract COVID-19.
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CDC releases COVID-19 guidance for those with health conditions
- Leonard named new president of the Association for Accessible Medicines
- Best in health care showcased in 2020 We Work for Health Champion Awards
- Grein: Those suffering from COVID-19 receiving experimental treatments
- APRECIA: Kimberly Bone, PharmD, named Aprecia's Vice President of Medical & Clinical Affairs
Innovation
Fifth vaccine set to enter Phase III clinical trials
- Vaccination efforts for frontline health care workers underway following Pfizer vaccine approval
- PTCB: Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) Rolls Out Advanced Certification for Experienced Pharmacy Technicians Who Have Comprehensive Knowledge and Skills
- AZD1222 vaccine meets base requirements in efficacy for preventing, treating COVID-19
- endpoint and McCreadie Group Software Integration Reduces Drug Speed to Market and Streamlines Research Pharmacy Workflows
Industry
- TRANQUILMONEY: Releases PharmTracker for Independent Pharmacies, Small and Medium Pharmacy Chains
- MITSUBISHI TANABE PHARMA AMERICA: Announces Initiation of Open-Label Extension Study of Oral Edaravone in ALS
- VIRTUAL PHARMA EXPO: Events Scheduled for February 24-25 & May 5-6, 2021
- APHA: Statement Following Emergency Use Authorization of the Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine
State Issues
States are using the health care system to battle opioid use disorder
- CVS HEALTH: To Significantly Expand COVID-19 Testing Capabilities
- SPARTA RX: Optio Rx Pharmacies Authorized by HHS to Conduct Rapid Test for COVID-19 Antibodies
- APHA: Issues Preparedness and Prevention Guidance During Coronavirus Pandemic
- AMERICAN PHARMACISTS ASSOCIATION: Applauds Laws Prohibiting PBM 'Gag Clauses'