Pam Bondi confirmed as attorney general in 54-46 vote

Posted on February 4, 2025 by Pharmaciststeve

Pam Bondi confirmed as attorney general in 54-46 vote https://www.cbsnews.com/news/pam-bondi-confirmed-as-attorney-general/ Washington — The Senate on Tuesday confirmed Pam Bondi as attorney general, installing a key ally of President Trump’s to take the helm of the Justice Department. Bondi’s nomination for attorney general was approved by the upper chamber 54 to 46, with one Democrat, Sen. […]

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More than 100 pharmacies in Kansas to temporarily close in protest of PBM practices

Posted on February 3, 2025 by Pharmaciststeve

https://www.fourstateshomepage.com/news/more-than-100-pharmacies-in-kansas-to-temporarily-close-in-protest-of-pbm-practices/ More than 100 Sunflower State pharmacies will close shop next week—to help send a message to lawmakers. Wolkar Drug president and pharmacist Brian Caswell says on Wednesday, February 5, roughly 100 stores in 56 Kansas counties will close—including Wolkar Drug in Baxter Springs. Roughly 400 people from those stores will be headed to Topeka—hoping […]

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What www.perplexity.ai has to say about forced reduction of an established pt’s opioid therapy

Posted on February 2, 2025 by Pharmaciststeve

The reduction or elimination of a patient’s long-term opioid pain management could potentially lead to legal issues for the prescriber, but the situation is complex and depends on various factors. Prescribers who abruptly discontinue or substantially reduce opioid therapy for patients on long-term treatment may face legal risks: 1. Potential civil liability: Healthcare providers who […]

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