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Researchers highlight ‘concerning gaps’ in measles immunity among hospital staff

Hospital Pharmacy Europe

In a letter published in The Lancet , researchers from the University of Birmingham highlighted the ‘concerning gap’ in measles immunity among healthcare workers in the UK, with as many as one in five not fully immunised against the infection. In both cohorts, the researchers found that measles immunity is currently suboptimal.

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Researchers highlight ‘concerning gaps’ in measles immunity among hospital staff

Hospital Pharmacy Europe

In a letter published in The Lancet , researchers from the University of Birmingham highlighted the ‘concerning gap’ in measles immunity among healthcare workers in the UK, with as many as one in five not fully immunised against the infection. In both cohorts, the researchers found that measles immunity is currently suboptimal.

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10 new drugs expected to make waves in 2024

The Checkup by Singlecare

These upcoming FDA approvals could mean advanced treatment options and improved quality of care for patients with various medical conditions. 10 potential upcoming FDA approvals for 2024 Pharmacists are on the frontline when it comes to getting patients the right medications for their treatment plan. g/dL versus 0.50

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Quality Professionals Gathered at the 2024 PQA Leadership Summit

PQA

November 7-8, 2024, for the 2024 PQA Leadership Summit. Pharmacists and their pharmacy teams bring substantial value to patient care, but the industry needs a way to quantify that value. PQA also announced five students who completed the 2024 PQA Healthcare Quality IQ (HQIQ), sponsored by PQA by Innovaccer.

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PQA Seeks Pharmacy and Payer Partners for Adult Immunization Pilots

PQA

The Pharmacy Quality Alliance (PQA) seeks interested pharmacy and payer partners to participate in proof-of-concept pilots to implement and test high priority immunization pharmacy measure concepts. PQA has issued a request for interest (RFI) to gauge interest and willingness to participate in these pilots.

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Reflecting on 2024: A Year of Progress in Advancing Quality

PQA

As wenearthe end of 2024,itsagreattimeto reflect on our accomplishments.We I want to share highlights from five major areas of work in 2024. Each is unique, but together they represent PQAs expansive work to improve medication use quality and position PQA for success in the years to come in our rapidly evolving health care ecosystem.

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How to celebrate National Pharmacist Month

The Checkup by Singlecare

2024 will mark the 20th anniversary of APhM. In addition to the daily workings of the pharmacy, the APhA recommends that the tour include a view of patient care services that warrant compensation, such as immunizations, blood pressure screenings, and comprehensive medication reviews.