FDA’s Small Dispenser DSCSA Exemption
What does FDA’s Small Dispenser Exemption really mean? On June 12, 2024, Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued exemptions for certain dispensers and in limited scenarios, their trading partners, from certain requirements of section 582 under the Food Drug and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act) until November 27, 2026. For purposes of the exemption, a dispenser […]
Read More ›Embracing Innovative Technologies for the Future of Pharmacy
In the years since the pandemic, recent NABP Presidents Reginald B. “Reggie” Dilliard, DPh, and Lenora S. Newsome, PD, focused their energies on addressing changes and challenges we face as pharmacists and as regulators. This important work included adapting and continuing pharmacy workplace changes that were put in place during the pandemic and working towards […]
Read More ›Licensure Transfer Updates Provide Solutions for Pharmacists
Pharmacist Licensure Transfer Yesterday and Today For over a century, NABP has served a key role in licensure transfer for pharmacists from one jurisdiction to another. Before NABP’s assistance, licensure transfer could be a challenging maze of hurdles for boards of pharmacy and pharmacists represented by different requirements, processes, and delays. Over the years, our […]
Read More ›Preparing for an Inspection or Accreditation Survey – Part 2
This blog post is continued from Preparing for an Inspection or Accreditation Survey – Part 1. Read part 1 for more information on preparing for an on-site visit by a third-party organization or regulatory agency for an inspection, survey, or review of your operations. Conduct Mock On-site Visits One of the best ways to […]
Read More ›Preparing for an Inspection or Accreditation Survey – Part 1
Whether you are opening a new facility, seeking an accreditation, or operating business as usual, at some point, you will encounter a third-party organization or regulatory agency. These groups will come on-site for a visit to inspect, survey, or review your operations. Preparation for this on-site visit is the key to a successful outcome. Steps […]
Read More ›Give Pharmacy Students the NAPLEX Advantage
Now available to purchase by colleges of pharmacy, NAPLEX AdvantageTM is a new service developed to help schools prepare students and assess their readiness to take the North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination (NAPLEX). NAPLEX Advantage includes 3 key features and an experience that can be customized by each school to meet its unique needs. NAPLEX […]
Read More ›Working to Support Pharmacist Mental Health and Well-Being
Since NABP President Lenora S. Newsome, PD, assumed office, we have been hard at work assisting her with her presidential initiative to support mental health and well-being for pharmacy staff. Since the COVID-19 pandemic, pharmacy staff has been under immense stress that has reached a critical point, leading to rampant burnout and resignation. NABP staff […]
Read More ›New Look, Same Great Features on CPE Monitor
Recently, CPE Monitor, NABP’s continuing pharmacy education (CPE) tracking tool, was updated to provide a more modern interface that offers a better, more streamlined experience. And if you subscribe to the Plus plan, navigating your requirements for license renewal and staying compliant—whether you have 1 license or 15—is now even easier with the improved platform. […]
Read More ›Protecting Public Health through Accreditations and Inspections
NABP is proud to offer accreditation and inspection programs for pharmacies, drug distributors, and medical device distributors. In the role of Compliance Senior Manager, Accreditation and Inspection Programs, Betty Jones tackles complex compliance issues to keep patients safe around the nation. In this blog, she shares stories from her career and how the NABP accreditation […]
Read More ›The Changing Pharmacy Landscape and its Effects on Patient Safety
Though the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) public health emergency declarations have officially come to an end, the effect of the pandemic and changes to professional roles and workplace standards will be felt by pharmacists and workers across many industries for years to come. In the post-COVID-19 context, the pharmacy landscape continues to evolve. Noteworthy demographic […]
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