Journal of the American Pharmacists Association : JAPhA
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J Am Pharm Assoc (2003) · May 2011
APhA 2011 REMS white paper: Summary of the REMS stakeholder meeting on improving program design and implementation.
To develop an improved risk evaluation and mitigation strategies (REMS) system for maximizing effective and safe patient medication use while minimizing burden on the health care delivery system. ⋯ A workable REMS system will require effective patient interventions, standardized elements that limit barriers to implementation for both patients and providers, standardized yet flexible implementation strategies, use of existing technologies in practice settings, increased opportunities for provider input early in REMS design processes, improved communication strategies and awareness of program requirements, and viable provider compensation models needed to offset costs to implement and comply with REMS program requirements.
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To define the joint principles of the patient-centered medical home (PCMH) and describe the integration of pharmacists into a PCMH. ⋯ PCMH is a comprehensive, patient-centered, team-based approach to population management in the primary care setting. Pharmacists play a vital role in PCMH and make fundamental contributions to patient care across health care settings. Such innovations in the ambulatory care setting create a unique niche for pharmacists to use their skills.
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J Am Pharm Assoc (2003) · Nov 2010
ReviewCloser look at autism and the measles-mumps-rubella vaccine.
To educate pharmacists regarding the hypothesis that the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine is linked to the development of autism. ⋯ The evidence presented does not show a causal relationship between the MMR vaccine and autism. Myths presented to potentially support any relationship between the MMR vaccine and autism have not been proven. Expert testimony refuting initial scientific theories has led to Supreme Court decisions that do not support a link between the MMR vaccine and autism. Pharmacists and all health care providers are responsible for informing and educating parents and families regarding this information so that they can make informed decisions about immunizations.