Residents taking dangerous drug mix
West Virginians are more likely than residents of other states to mix anti-anxiety medications with prescription pain pills — a potentially deadly combination — said the federal Centers for Disease … [Read more…]
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Doctor’s prescribing practices key to curbing painkiller abuse: CDC
Improved prescribing practices could help reduce narcotic painkiller abuse and overdose deaths from those drugs, a new U. S. government study says. An analysis of prescription drug-monitoring programs in eight … [Read more…]
David Flynn to receive Bowl of Hygeia
Joining the honor roll of distinguished recipients, David Flynn will be presented the “Bowl of Hygeia” the most widely recognized international symbol of pharmacy at WVPA’s 108th Annual Convention, October … [Read more…]
Leesa Marie Prunty: 2015 Recipient of Excellence in Innovation Award
Krista Capehart, WVPA President, will present Leesa Marie Prunty, of Milton, the 2015 Excellence In Innovation Award in recognition of her demonstrating innovative pharmacy practice which has resulted in improved … [Read more…]