Updated: CVS plans to sell Omnicare long-term care pharmacy business, saying it is ‘no longer a strategic...
By
Lois A. Bowers
Nov 02, 2022
CVS Health plans to sell its long-term care pharmacy business, Omnicare, reporting a $2.5 billion loss on it in the third quarter, the company announced Wednesday.
78 people charged for $2.5 billion in alleged healthcare fraud
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jun 29, 2023
A two-week nationwide law enforcement action has culminated in criminal charges against 78 defendants for their alleged participation in telemedicine, pharmaceutical and other healthcare fraud, as well...
43 recommendations help fill gap in medical and mental healthcare guidance for assisted living, experts...
By
Lois A. Bowers
Oct 03, 2022
Forty-three recommendations from a new study will guide medical and mental healthcare in assisted living, the authors say.
Narcan will reach drug store shelves next week
Aug 30, 2023
The nasal spray version of naloxone will be available at select retailers for $44.99 for a box of two doses.
FDA approves second OTC naloxone spray for suspected opioid overdose
Aug 03, 2023
The American Medical Association applauded the approval to improve access to nonprescription naloxone as a way to curb the opioid epidemic.
Some patients swap opioids for medical cannabis to treat pain
Oct 18, 2022
In a survey, some patients reported less pain and better physical and social functioning after using medical cannabis.
Rate of opioid Rx at discharge from emergency department declining
Jan 20, 2023
A decrease was seen in rate and percentage of emergency department visits with opioid prescribed at discharge from 2017-2018 to 2019-2020.
Initiation of opioids not recommended for chronic pain
Feb 14, 2023
A strong recommendation was made against long-term opioid therapy, especially for younger age groups and those with substance use disorder.
Addiction recovery provider uses AI to monitor telehealth meds for opioid use disorder
By
Christine Birkner
May 22, 2023
An addiction medicine practice created an AI platform to connect patients with doctors and help providers comply with treatment regulations.
Senate hearing, OIG report target substance use disorders
By
Kimberly Marselas
Feb 01, 2024
Both reveal that older adults need more help than ever when it comes to getting the treatment they need to address such issues.