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New APhA-ASP Women’s Health Campaign
New APhA-ASP Women’s Health Campaign Kick Off Event at University of Michigan College of Pharmacy
Read MoreInteractions Between Emergency Contraception and Other Hormonal Contraceptives
The American Society for Emergency Contraception (ASEC) recently held their annual EC Jamboree in Washington, DC. Participants included health care providers, researchers, reproductive health advocates, and pharmaceutical stakeholders. One highlight…
Read More5 Pearls from the States Forum on Pharmacist Birth Control Services
The inaugural States Forum on Pharmacist Birth Control Services was recently held in conjunction with the American Pharmacists Association (APhA) 2019 Annual Meeting in Seattle, Washington. This session was hosted by Birth…
Read MorePayment for Pharmacist Services in California
As of April 2019, California’s State Medicaid program, Medi-Cal, is providing payment for selected pharmacist services. This change is due to legislation (California Assembly Bill 1114) that was passed in…
Read MoreContraception Options at Midlife
As a pharmacist, you’ve probably been asked “until what age should I use birth control?” Regardless of age, women have reproductive potential until they have reached menopause. Therefore, to prevent unplanned pregnancies, it is important to continue using contraception until menopause.
Read MoreFDA Updates on Birth Control
There have been some notable changes with birth control products, including three new product approvals and one product exiting the market.
Read More5 Things Pharmacists Need to Know About Preconception Health
Pharmacists have great potential to improve preconception health. As they become increasingly aware and involved in providing preconception care, pharmacists can help close the gaps in such care by being…
Read MorePharmacists Provide Contraception for Zika Preparedness
A recent CDC report highlighted that Zika infections are of increasing concern, particularly in the summer travel months. To allow women and families to plan childbearing in the face of this threat,…
Read MoreResponding to Patient Questions About Taking the Wrong Pill in the Pack
We want you to be prepared to answer your patient questions. One common mishap that may lead patients to call or consult with you is what to do if the…
Read MoreCan the NuvaRing be used for 4 weeks instead of the usual 3 weeks?
NuvaRing was named one of the best healthcare inventions of the year by TIME Magazine in 2001. It was a new birth control option that allowed women to avoid taking…
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