Supporting Mental Health and Well-Being for Pharmacists and Pharmacy Staff
Over the past several years, the pharmacy profession has seen concerning rates of burnout in this era’s so-called “Great Resignation.” Pharmacists and pharmacy technicians have raised concerns over a lack of work-life balance, long hours, and understaffing because these issues have led to unsafe work conditions and, ultimately, pose a threat to patient safety. Along […]
Read More ›Lifelong Learning in the Role of a Pharmacy Inspector
Careers in pharmacy involve lifelong learning and adaptation to new situations. In this feature, a Virginia pharmacy inspector discusses her ever-changing role in the field. Amy Branson, PharmD, RPh Pharmacy Inspector, Virginia Department of Health Professions How long have you been serving as a pharmacy inspector for the Board? What was your prior role? I […]
Read More ›CPE Monitor Streamlines Louisiana Renewals
The Louisiana Board of Pharmacy now uses our CPE Monitor service to automatically audit pharmacists’ continuing education records during the license renewal process – and starting in May, the Board will use it for pharmacy technicians’ records as well. Since the program began in 2011, our strong relationship with the boards of pharmacy has enabled […]
Read More ›HHS Grant Project Aims for Greater DEI in Health Care Workforce and Leadership
American Black women have a lower incidence rate of breast cancer compared with White women, but they are 40% more likely to die from it, reported the American Cancer Society (ACS) in 2022. This remains true across all breast cancer stages and subtypes. Why the stark difference? The report’s authors cite the impacts of systemic […]
Read More ›Task Force Update: NABP Initiatives Tackle Medication Errors, New Pharmacy Practice Models
January is a busy time for NABP. We’re preparing for the 119th Annual Meeting in May and mapping out the upcoming year’s goals and initiatives. In addition, we’re continuing to provide guidance and support on the issues that protect patient safety and are of high importance to the boards of pharmacy. These are projects that […]
Read More ›Ensuring Compliance, Catching Fraud: A Regular Day on the Job for Kansas Board Inspector
Inspectors and investigators are the eyes and ears for boards of pharmacy, ensuring compliance with pharmacy law and practice standards. In this feature, inspectors reveal what they’ve learned in the field. James E. Kinderknecht, RPh Pharmacy Inspector, Kansas State Board of Pharmacy How long have you been serving as an inspector for the Board? What […]
Read More ›Get the Best of NABP In Your Pocket with Improved Mobile App
Some things just get better with time. Wine and cheese. Shoes after they’ve been broken in. The same holds true for the latest version of our mobile app. We just launched an expanded version with more free features and a simpler top-level navigation. Check out a few highlights below, then head to the App Store […]
Read More ›A Day in the Life of a DC Board of Pharmacy Member
What is it like to be a board of pharmacy member? This feature goes behind-the-scenes for a closer look into a board’s inner workings. Ashlee Bow, PharmD, RPh, AAHIVP Member, District of Columbia Board of Pharmacy When were you appointed to the Board of Pharmacy? Are you a pharmacist, technician, public member, or other type […]
Read More ›Looking Toward the Future, North Carolina Board Keeps Many COVID-19 Waivers in Place
Boards of pharmacy can face unexpected challenges while working to protect the public health. Here, board executive directors talk about how they worked around these obstacles. Jack W. “Jay” Campbell, JD, RPh Executive Director, North Carolina Board of Pharmacy How long have you served as executive director of the North Carolina Board of Pharmacy? What […]
Read More ›It’s a New Regulatory World for Pharmacists Post-COVID-19
My first few months as NABP president have flown by, and I expect my year as president will feel like it has passed in the blink of an eye. In comparison, it feels to me like this pandemic has lasted much longer than two years. As if two years weren’t enough! I think that feeling […]
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