Read PPLA’s latest announcements, statements, and press releases on our work to protect patient safety and preserve printed medication information.
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Research Shows Fatal Consequences of Medication Non-Adherence and the Need for Printed Medication Info
A recent journal article highlights the dangers of medication non-adherence, which affects up to 50% of patients globally and causes 125,000 deaths annually in the US. The lack of clear medication information contributes to this issue, prompting the call for legislation to ensure effective, printed Patient Medication Information with every prescription. The Pharmaceutical Printed Literature… Read More
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CrowdStrike Outage Demonstrates the Need for Printed Medication Information
The Pharmaceutical Printed Literature Association (PPLA) is alarmed by the recent CrowdStrike outage’s impact on healthcare, leading to a loss of pharmacy care access. PPLA emphasizes the importance of physical medication information to ensure patient safety, advocating for the Patients’ Right to Know Their Medication Act (H.R. 1173) as a solution. This bipartisan effort aims… Read More
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AMA Report on Rural Health Highlights the Need for Printed Medication Information
The Pharmaceutical Printed Literature Association (PPLA) highlights the rural health crisis in the US, as shown in a report by the American Medical Association. With a shortage of physicians and limited access to healthcare in rural areas, the FDA’s consideration of moving Patient Medication Information (PMI) to digital format could worsen the situation. The Patients’… Read More
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New American Heart Association Report Underscores Risks of Shifting Rx Medication Information Online
The Pharmaceutical Printed Literature Association (PPLA) emphasizes the healthcare disparities between urban and rural areas, as highlighted by the American Heart Association (AHA). Rural communities face challenges due to limited healthcare facilities and broadband access. The Patients’ Right to Know Their Medication Act (H.R. 1173) aims to ensure clear, printed medication information for all patients,… Read More
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Platinum Press Hosts Congressman Veasey for Facility Tour and Patient Safety Discussion
Platinum Press welcomed Congressman Veasey to their Fort Worth facility, advocating for the Patients’ Right to Know Their Medication Act. They stressed the importance of printed medication information for patient safety and the economy. Veasey lauded their commitment, emphasizing the vital role of businesses like Platinum Press. Read More
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