The Pharmaceutical Printed Literature Association announced new endorsements for the Patients’ Right to Know Their Medication Act (H.R. 5133), aiming to ensure that patients receive clear, printed medication information. Supported by various healthcare organizations, the bill addresses concerns over digital information, emphasizing the importance of printed Patient Medication Information for safety and effective communication.
Read MoreThe Pharmaceutical Printed Literature Association (PPLA) celebrates National Pharmacy Week while addressing the crisis of ongoing pharmacy closures, particularly in rural areas. Nearly 29% of retail pharmacies closed from 2010 to 2021 due to rising costs and workforce shortages. The FDA’s proposed rule to shift Patient Medication Information to digital formats could further strain pharmacies, risking patient safety and health disparities. The Patients’ Right to Know Their Medication Act aims to ensure printed medication information is provided to all patients.
Read MoreThe Patients’ Right to Know Their Medication Act (H.R. 5133) aims to enhance patient safety by requiring standardized printed medication information with prescriptions. Supported by healthcare advocates, the bill emphasizes clear communication about side effects and dosing, ultimately aiming to reduce risks, hospital visits, and provide peace of mind to families.
Read MoreIn rural Oregon, Congressman Cliff Bentz advocates for the Patients’ Right to Know Their Medication Act (H.R. 5133), highlighting its importance in addressing pharmacy closures and internet access issues. The act mandates manufacturers to fund printed medication information, ensuring rural patients receive crucial medication guidance for safer healthcare.
Read MorePatients in America need accessible information about their medications. Proposed FDA changes may jeopardize this by moving Patient Medication Information online, disadvantaging those without internet access. Representatives Bentz and Golden’s Patients’ Right to Know Their Medication Act mandates printed information sheets with prescriptions, enhancing safety and reducing errors, particularly for rural patients.
Read MoreThe Pharmaceutical Printed Literature Association’s report critiques the FDA’s proposed prescription drug labeling changes, warning they could impose significant costs on community pharmacies with minimal benefits for patients. It highlights risks to patient comprehension, privacy, and health equity, urging regulators to collaborate with pharmacies for evidence-based solutions before implementation.
Read MoreThe post challenges common myths around prescription safety and digital medication instructions. It argues that printed materials are more efficient, accessible, and preferred by patients compared to digital formats. Additionally, it emphasizes the risks of cyberattacks on digital information and the burdens posed on pharmacies by digital-only regulations, advocating for the Patients’ Right to Know Their Medication Act.
Read MorePrinted prescription information in healthcare can enhance efficiency and sustainability by reducing waste compared to FDA’s proposed printing method for local pharmacies. The bipartisan Patients’ Right to Know Their Medication Act promotes a consolidated, consistent approach, providing patients with reliable information while benefiting environmental efforts. Supporting this act is crucial for health and sustainability.
Read MoreMany small towns in America lack reliable internet access, forcing some residents to drive for basic tasks. The FDA’s potential shift to digital-only medication instructions could jeopardize rural patients’ ability to access crucial health information. The bipartisan Patients’ Right to Know Their Medication Act aims to secure printed instructions for all patients, regardless of location.
Read MoreRural America faces increasing pharmacy closures, which create “pharmacy deserts” and hinder access to medication. With 7,000 pharmacies closing since 2019, individuals, especially older adults, struggle with transportation and care. The bipartisan Patient’s Right to Know Their Medication Act aims to provide printed prescription information as a vital support for these communities.
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