Dying patients have Pence’s backing on ‘right to try’ policy

Posted on February 9, 2017 by Pharmaciststeve

Dying patients have Pence’s backing on ‘right to try’ policy http://www.enewscourier.com/cnhi_network/dying-patients-have-pence-s-backing-on-right-to-try/article_2a797621-fab0-5044-a511-bd8b40068ccd.html Just don’t expect PENCE to support the pt’s right to pain management Vice President Mike Pence may have just picked another fight with pharmaceutical companies — one that doesn’t involve drug prices.  Pence is pushing for legislation that would give terminally ill patients expanded […]

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WIS: meth epidemic amid concerns for children

Posted on February 9, 2017 by Pharmaciststeve

State, federal officials warn lawmakers of meth epidemic amid concerns for children wbay.com/2017/02/09/state-federal-officials-warn-lawmakers-of-meth-epidemic-amid-concerns-for-children/ MADISON, Wis. (WBAY) – Our state’s meth problem is worse than the opioid epidemic in some parts of Wisconsin. That bold statement came from Attorney General Brad Schimel Wednesday during a hearing before lawmakers in Madison. It’s the beginning of what may […]

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Marijuana Today: Sen. Jeff Sessions confirmed

Posted on February 9, 2017 by Pharmaciststeve

Marijuana Today: Sen. Jeff Sessions confirmed Plus, pot slows brain cancer; and the weed gender gap is closing; … http://www.sfgate.com/news/article/Marijuana-Today-Sen-Jeff-Sessions-confirmed-10920803.php TOP NEWS Sen. Jeff Sessions was confirmed in a split 52-47 vote yesterday.    … Here’s what I think you can count on: Jeff Sessions is going to do his worst. But, if history is any guide, it will matter […]

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When you dig down “into the weeds”

Posted on February 9, 2017 by Pharmaciststeve

Appeals Court Keeps Block on Trump Immigration Order in Place http://abcnews.go.com/Politics/appeals-court-deliver-ruling-trump-executive-order/story?id=45386342 While this may appear way off topic for my blog… please follow the logic..  These judges would not reinstate the ban because it was determined – by them – that a certain group of people were being discriminated against because of their religion… Could […]

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Where health is EVERYTHING… RPh didn’t get that memo ?

Posted on February 9, 2017 by Pharmaciststeve

I’m a 57 year old disabled man. I have been going to CVS STORE #2990 here in Las Vegas, NV for over 4 years with no problems what so ever. On the 8th of February I went to CVS to fill my prescriptions at which time was accepted and I was told to come back […]

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Tell your story abt being harmed by CDC opiate guidelines…

Posted on February 9, 2017 by Pharmaciststeve

Calling all chronic pain warriors who have been hurt by the CDC’s guidelines for PCP’s. Many states are making laws & our pain management practices are doing us harm. Please send your stories to Sherman.sherry224@comcast.net. I’m meeting with representatives on 2/28 & leaving 2/27 for hotel. I’m asking for personal stories from all who’ve been […]

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Per Forrest Gump: Stupid is as stupid does

Posted on February 9, 2017 by Pharmaciststeve

Georgia bill would require new ADHD prescriptions every 5 days (CNN)A bill meant to curb the abuse of prescription opioids in Georgia has stirred outrage in the ADHD community because a provision requires adults and children on medications for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder to get new prescriptions every five days. “It’s clearly a cause for […]

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