‘A big Game Changer’

Recent federal legislative and regulatory updates in managed care pharmacy have prioritized topics ranging from expedited access to novel therapeutics to the health disparities and equity concerns affecting patient populations nationwide, but progress on these developments will depend on the impact of the midterm elections

In 2011, the opioid crisis reached astounding levels with over 21,000 deaths adding to the urgency of providing aid to those who most need it

How Many People Might Lose Medicaid When States Unwind Continuous Enrollment?

Federal/state grants are not the only gateways to funding. There are close to 750 “community foundations” nationwide which are public charities dedicated to improving the lives of people in a defined local geographic area.

Charitable Pharmacies of America organization member receives Health Equity grant

There are multiple factors that will impact an individual patient’s choice on how to go about getting their prescription medication. It can be overwhelming to navigate this complex issue.

‘Unbelievably good price’: KC-area pharmacy dispenses bargain medicine — and hope Go to article

Lifeline is a federal benefit that lowers the monthly cost of phone or internet service

Around one fourth of the United States population does not have adequate health literacy.
Health literacy is defined as the ability to obtain, read, understand, and apply healthcare
information

An opportunity for charitable pharmacies to collaborate with oncology practices for non-oncology medications during and after treatment.

How is a charitable pharmacy different from other types of pharmacies?

Charitable Pharmacies of America organization member receives Health Equity grant

Three Healthcare Organizations Join Forces to Save Lives

More than 34 million people in the United States were living in food insecure households in 2021, a decline from 38 million in 2020. The combination of the expanded child tax credit, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits, and private donations all contributed to reducing food insecurity during the pandemic. Still there is much more work to be done, with food costs spiking 11.4%, the largest annual increase since 1979, inflation factors could easily cause food insecurity to grow.

St. Vincent de Paul Charitable Pharmacy offers article regarding impact of a charitable pharmacy on their community and patients