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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Pharmacies nationwide face delays as health-care tech company reports cyberattack
Pharmacies nationwide face prescription delays due to a cyberattack on health-tech giant Change Healthcare. Affected pharmacies struggle to process orders and bill insurance. Walgreens and CVS assure minimal impact, with Read More
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CMS Decision to Cease Printing Research Data Part of Larger Trend that Puts Patient Health At Risk
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services’ (CMS) decision to cease providing printed data to researchers is harmful! Virtual databases create barriers, delays, and disproportionally affect institutions with fewer technological resources. We urge CMS to reconsider its decision and prioritize research quality and accessibility. CMS’ efficacy depends on it. Read More
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PPLA Highlights Critical Importance of Printed PMI for Rural Health
The Pharmaceutical Printed Literature Association (PPLA) emphasized the vital role of printed Patient Medication Information (PMI) for patient safety in rural areas. They oppose proposals to shift PMI to digital-only formats, arguing that rural residents face unique challenges, like limited broadband access, which makes printed PMI crucial for safe medication management. They support the Patients’… Read More
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Patients Deserve Access to Printed Information About Their Prescription Medication
Recently, the Chicago-Sun Times published an article outlining the impact of The FDA proposed rule to eliminate printed patient medication information. Additionally, CCL Industries, a producer of pharmaceutical literature and Read More
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ICYMI: Worsening Outlook for Broadband Access Program Underscores Harmful Proposals to Move Medication Information Online
Press Release : PPLA Washington, D.C. (January 29th, 2024) – A new report from Punchbowl News highlighted the worsening outlook for the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) Affordable Connectivity Program, underscoring Read More
Category: Press Release