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ACPE accredited educational programs for the broad spectrum of pharmacy practice settings.

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The Pennsylvania Department of Health on Wednesday reported 1,317 measles cases in the state, up 31 cases since its previous update on Monday, as the outbreak of the highly contagious disease continued. reut.rs/488q708 reut.rs/488q708

Pennsylvania measles cases rise to 1,317, state health department says

The Pennsylvania Department of Health on Wednesday reported ​1,317 measles cases in the ‌state, up 31 cases since its previous update on Monday, ​as the outbreak of ​the highly contagious disease...

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Pharmacist offers alternative as prescription drug costs push Americans to Canada A new federal rule threatens to make it harder for Americans to obtain lower-cost prescription medications from Canada. buff.ly/95Trnn4
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Popular eye drops recalled over 'lack of assurance of sterility.' Lot number, brand. capecodtimes.com/story/news/…

Popular eye drops recalled over 'lack of assurance of sterility.' Lot number, brand.

Nearly 40,000 bottles of eye drops are being recalled due to a possible contamination problem.

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Eli Lilly said it is suing six companies selling versions of its experimental weight-loss drug retatrutide, calling it the beginning of a concerted effort to crack down on a vast illicit market. cbsn.ws/4gcwIKL

Eli Lilly takes aim at illicit market for its experimental weight-loss drug

The pharmaceutical company is filing lawsuits against six outlets selling versions of its promising but unapproved weight-loss drug, retatrutide.

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The source of the growing outbreak caused by the cyclosporiasis parasite is still unknown — but some officials and experts are encouraging Americans to avoid bagged lettuces and salads and to thoroughly wash or cook produce before consuming it. Dr. @celinegounder breaks down what we know about the outbreak and symptoms to look out for.
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Cases of an intestinal parasite that causes explosive diarrhea have exploded in Ohio. But it's not the only foodborne illness with similar symptoms. beaconjournal.com/story/news…

Explosive diarrhea? Why cyclosporiasis may not be the cause

Cases of an intestinal parasite that causes explosive diarrhea have exploded in Ohio. But it's not the only foodborne illness with similar symptoms.

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WISN 12 NEWS@WISN12NewsMay 6
The planned closure of a Walgreens at 27th and North Avenue in Milwaukee, the eighth in three years, sparks concerns about access to essential pharmacy services in the community. Read more: tinyurl.com/5abfx98w
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KARE 11@kare11Feb 7
Olympic curler Tabitha Peterson juggles pharmacy career and motherhood ahead of 3rd Games kare11.com/article/news/loca…

Olympic curler Tabitha Peterson juggles pharmacy career and motherhood ahead of 3rd Games

U.S. Women's Curling Team Captain Tabitha Peterson is preparing to compete in her 3rd Winter Olympics.

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FOX 2 Detroit@FOX2NewsJan 23
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a drug to control seizures in dogs with idiopathic epilepsy, a type of seizure disorder without a known cause. fox2detroit.com/news/fda-app…
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amNewYork™@amNewYorkJan 7
According to the Center for an Urban Future (CUF), giant retail stores in NYC continued to decline in 2025, and big-box pharmacies were no exception. amny.com/news/nyc-pharmacies…
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Danish drugmaker Novo Nordisk is launching its once-daily Wegovy pill in the United States, offering 1.5 milligram (mg) and 4 mg doses at $149 per month for self-paying patients in an intensely competitive weight-loss drug market reut.rs/49D9oU9

Novo Nordisk launches Wegovy pill to US self-pay patients - News

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A mutated strain of influenza A, H3N2 subclade K, is surging worldwide, sparking concern about a severe flu season in the U.S. Here's what to symptoms to look out for. today.com/health/cold-flu/ne…

A New, Potentially Severe Flu Variant Is Spreading in the US. Watch for These Symptoms

A mutated strain of influenza A, H3N2 subclade K, is surging worldwide, sparking concern about a severe flu season in the U.S. Here's what to symptoms to look out for.

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A mutated strain of influenza A, H3N2 subclade K, is surging worldwide, sparking concern about a severe flu season in the U.S. Here's what to symptoms to look out for. today.com/health/cold-flu/ne…

A New, Potentially Severe Flu Variant Is Spreading in the US. Watch for These Symptoms

A mutated strain of influenza A, H3N2 subclade K, is surging worldwide, sparking concern about a severe flu season in the U.S. Here's what to symptoms to look out for.

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Boston seeks longer notification period for pharmacy closures to stop gaps in care masslive.com/boston/2025/12/…

Boston seeks longer notification period for pharmacy closures to stop gaps in care

Boston has lost 41 pharmacies since 2018, leaving patients scrambling to locate new care options.

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@NBCNews4 Dec 2025
A dozen prior leaders of the FDA, appointed by Republicans and Democrats alike, issued a scathing denunciation of new beliefs casting doubt on vaccine safety. nbcnews.com/health/health-ne…

A dozen former FDA leaders lambaste claims by current FDA vaccine chief

The former officials say the agency's plan to revamp how vaccines for flu, Covid and other respiratory viruses are handled could put "millions of Americans at high risk from serious infections."

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Trump pushes unproven medical advice around Tylenol and vaccines nbcnews.com/health/health-ne…

Trump pushes unproven medical advice around Tylenol and vaccines

The president posted to social media Friday echoing advice from earlier in the week that is contrary to most medical guidance.

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Your #LivedExperience matters. Sharing your story of mental health challenges, suicidal thoughts, or loss can bring hope to others❤️‍🩹 📣Learn how 988lifeline.org/storytelling… #SuicidePreventionMonth #PeerSupport
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How pharmacy closures are creating dangerous healthcare gaps for the most vulnerable Massachusetts residents masslive.com/news/2025/09/wh…

How pharmacy closures are creating dangerous healthcare gaps for the most vulnerable Massachusetts...

With Walgreens planning to close 1,200 stores and CVS shuttering 250 more, experts explain the financial pressures pushing pharmacies out of business.

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The Infection Factor: Rethinking Heart Disease and Dementia peoplespharmacy.com/articles… via @peoplespharmacy

The Infection Factor: Rethinking Heart Disease and Dementia

Research links pathogens to heart attacks, strokes, and cognitive decline. Rethinking heart disease prevention could start with vaccination.

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🎡 At this year’s South Dakota State Fair, 155 fairgoers received free blood pressure, glucose and cholesterol checks from @SDSUPharmacy students. 🔗 bit.ly/47z9ZFX #SDState #GreaterSDState
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