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pharmacy

Students remember what touches their hearts first

July 6, 2026

Six months ago, a group of pharmacy learners took part in a study that asked a simple but powerful question: what sticks with them after class? Not the PowerPoint slides or the textbook chapter numbers, but the moments that made their pulse quicken or their palms sweat. Researchers gave the students

health

Gratitude for the Unsung Heroes of Pharmacy

June 26, 2026

The world of infectious disease treatment is a team effort. Doctors, nurses, and lab techs all play key roles, but the pharmacists who fine‑tune drug regimens are often overlooked. Their careful calculations and daily advice keep patients safe, yet their work rarely gets a shout‑out. When peopl

education

Why some pharmacy tests might be harder than others

May 15, 2026

Tests in pharmacy school aren’t created the same way. Many come straight from the teachers who run the courses, which makes their exams part of the learning environment. These exams sometimes include words that have more than one meaning or aren’t used in everyday speech. For students who learned En

health

Pollen Season and Lung Health: What Many Overlook

May 5, 2026

Each spring, millions of Americans brace for pollen season, but most only think about sneezing and itchy eyes. However, experts warn that tiny airborne particles don’t just stay in the nose—they travel deeper, triggering inflammation in the lungs. This hidden impact can make breathing tougher, espec

education

Don’t wait until later—pharmacy students train early to be ready for real-world work

April 2, 2026

Most pharmacy schools now use Entrustable Professional Activities (EPAs) to measure how well students can handle real pharmacy tasks by themselves. These EPAs cover everyday jobs like giving patients the right medicine or explaining how to take a pill. After deciding which skills matter, schools lin

politics

Pharmacies Vanishing: Why Pennsylvania Must Act Fast

March 13, 2026

Pennsylvania is losing more than a thousand pharmacies since 2020, turning towns and suburbs into “pharmacy deserts. ” When a pharmacy closes, residents must drive farther for medicine, vaccines, and advice from trusted experts. Missing doses or delayed treatment can lead to serious health problems.

finance

Saving Smart: How Apps Cut Grocery and Drug Costs

March 3, 2026

Many shoppers now use a store’s phone app to find the best deals while walking through aisles. The app shows discounts and scans coupons, so each visit can add up to a noticeable yearly saving—more than the cost many people feel they pay in tariffs or other taxes. Stores can offer lower prices becau

health

Big Pharmacy Deals: Who Controls Your Prescriptions?

February 6, 2026

Pharmacy benefit managers, or PBMs, are the middlemen that decide which medicines people get at their local drugstore. In many states, just a handful of PBMs own the majority of prescription business. This means they have a lot of power over drug prices and what doctors can prescribe. The situation

business

Walmart Raises Pharmacy Tech Pay to Boost Health Services

January 28, 2026

Walmart is stepping up its game in the health care world. The company is now offering higher wages for its pharmacy technicians. This move is part of a bigger plan to make its health and wellness services more appealing. The retail giant wants to stay ahead of the competition. Amazon and CVS are al

health

Amazon Pharmacy Joins the Weight Loss Drug Game

January 9, 2026

Amazon Pharmacy has started selling Novo Nordisk's new weight loss pill, Wegovy. This pill is a big deal because it's the first oral version of a drug that was previously only available as an injection. The price is also quite attractive, with cash-paying customers able to get it for $149 a month. T