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A cross centuries, storytellers warned of forces so vast and mesmerizing that entire ships, cities, and civilizations were pulled under without realizing the danger until it was too late. The Leviathan  symbolized overwhelming power rising from the depths, impossible to escape once engaged. The Sirens lured sailors with promises of harmony, only to steer them toward destruction on hidden rocks. In modern pharmacy, massive technology takeovers can feel strikingly similar—prese

The MatchRx "This Week in Pharmacy" Series explores how independent pharmacies can strengthen their businesses, better serve patients, and remain competitive through smarter, more connected drug procurement. MatchRx is a secure, online pharmacy marketplace that connects independent pharmacies to buy and sell non-controlled, non-expired overstock medications. This platform helps optimize inventory, reduce waste, lower costs, and source hard-to-find medications for specific pa

In a wide-ranging conversation "This Week in Pharmacy", Todd Eury  of the Pharmacy Podcast Network  sat down with Dr. Lisa Faast, PharmD , founder of DiversifyRx  and creator of the Pharmacy Profit Summit , to reflect on how this unique event has evolved into a cornerstone for pharmacy owners seeking profitability and sustainable growth. PharmacyProfitSummit.com  has become a must-attend platform for independent pharmacy leaders — and PPN has been there from the beginning, c

Building a Stronger Future for Patients I've been a member of the Pharmacy Profession since June of 2004. I have seen a lot of great accomplishments of organizations, conferences, and individuals who trusted in collaboration and were able to do so much more using each-other's strengths. Knowing the complexities of the Pharmacy Care sector embedded into healthcare's eco-system, this is a 'day-dream' scenario, this never happened, but I think it could 'rock' the pharmacy profes

There has never been a time in history since the early 18th century, with the first known apothecary established by Christopher Marshall in Philadelphia in 1729 that the profession of pharmacy is going through a more dramatic transformation than right now. If you have the chance to meet up with people who are excited and innovative about pharmacy --make time to meet up! Pharmacists & people in Pharmacy must actively support their state pharmacy organizations because that’s wh

Let’s Talk Stigma: Reframing Opioid Use Disorder in Pharmacy & Healthcare Opioid use disorder is not a fringe issue. It is present in every community, every pharmacy, and every healthcare setting in America. Yet stigma—often unspoken, sometimes unrecognized—continues to shape how patients are treated, whether they return for care, and whether they survive. Let’s Talk Stigma  is a podcast series created to confront one of the most persistent barriers to effective care for peop

Pharmacists as Healthcare Consultants in Obesity Care Obesity is a chronic, complex disease—not a failure of willpower—and it requires long-term, team-based management. As one of the most accessible healthcare professionals, pharmacists are uniquely positioned to serve as healthcare consultants and treatment managers  for people living with obesity. With deep expertise in medications, chronic disease management, and patient education, pharmacists can bridge critical gaps in c

Pharmacist-Prescribed  is a new podcast series focused on how independent community pharmacies can build pharmacist-prescribed contraception services that meet urgent community needs while unlocking new revenue streams and powerful PR and branding opportunities. As access to women’s health and birth control services continues to shrink in many communities, pharmacists are uniquely positioned to step in as trusted, accessible healthcare providers. This series explores how cont

The "Q&A with FDA" podcast, produced by the FDA's Division of Drug Information , features conversations with FDA experts answering frequently asked questions regarding drug safety, regulation, and policies . Episodes cover topics like generic drugs, real-world evidence, medication fraud, and prescription drug promotion. The Division of Drug Information (DDI) is CDER' s focal point for public inquiries and serves to provide timely, accurate, and useful information about huma