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When the Pharmacy Closes Without Notice: The Case for Printed Medication Information

Pharmacy closures are increasingly common in small towns, leaving patients without vital medication guidance. A recent incident in Vermont exemplifies this trend, with abrupt closures affecting access to prescriptions. The bipartisan Patients’ Right to Know Their Medication Act aims to provide patients with essential printed medication information, ensuring they have clear instructions during such disruptions.

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Can Your Medication Information Be Hacked? Why Printed Instructions Are a Patient Safety Tool

Healthcare is increasingly digital, raising new risks. A 2024 ransomware attack exposed 192.7 million records, while over 700 breaches followed, affecting more than 275 million patients. The FDA’s plan to digitalize Patient Medication Information could hinder access for vulnerable populations. H.R. 5133 promotes printed information, ensuring patient safety and accessibility.

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Momentum Is Building for the Patients’ Right to Know Their Medication Act

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.

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FDA Rule Overlooks Impact On Patients

An article was recently published by The Daily Herald – Suburban Chicago’s News Source, which highlighted how a proposed rule overlooks serious public health and economic consequences and would require…

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