The Grassroots Pharmacist

We are #pharmacists passionate about engaging pharmacists and students in advancing health policy

[The Grassroots Pharmacist @grassrootsrph]

To all of our new followers - Welcome to the Grassroots Pharmacist! We are a blog dedicated to informing health care providers and policy stakeholders on the impact of pharmacists on overall health care!

To learn more about us, visit our website:

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[The Grassroots Pharmacist @grassrootsrph]

One way to prevent abortion is to expand contraceptive access, utilization, and education. Pharmacists are ready to help ensure #ReproductiveJustice. After the abortion ban in Texas, #TexasWomen need access to these vital services now more than ever.

[The Grassroots Pharmacist @grassrootsrph]

How can pharmacists be utilized to ensure reproductive justice? Guest writers @co_rtneyRx and @lyndanguyen provide one answer through pharmacist-led prescribing of oral contraceptives. #TwitteRx #Pharmacy #Birthcontrol #Familyplanning

https://t.co/bm8LbZILQP

[Dr PayItBack @DrPayItBack]

I didn’t want the vaccine bc I didn’t want to put anything unnatural in my body

[Journal of the American Pharmacists Association @JAPhAJournal]

IN PRESS: Kentucky Pharmacists support provision of hormonal contraception services per protocol. Concerns remain regarding certain barriers, including reimbursement and time constraints.
#communitypharmacy #TwitteRx #pharmacists
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[E. Michael Murphy @Advocate_Rx]

"the industry’s critics say the big three PBMs work behind a veil of secrecy to pocket a lot of dough." - @martyschladen @OhioCapJournal #TwitteRx

https://t.co/ecOUmPHQJQ

[Jeff Cain @DrJeffCain]

"Professionalism" is an important construct in the health professions. But in today's divided society, the potential for First Amendment violations in the name of #professionalism is strong. Here is a great example.
The landscape is evolving.
#TwitteRx

https://t.co/pwGUuIhmnX

[Antonio Ciaccia @A_Ciaccia]

The headline speaks for itself @brenpiers https://t.co/AngyJHOfvJ

[MichRx Consulting- ConsciousPharmacistPodcast @MichRxConsult]

And there you have it… it’s in the headline. The most catastrophic cause of pain and suffering are the #PBM to take back our healthcare system and the health of our communities & loved ones GET RID of PBMs @PharmacyPodcast @PharM4A @grassrootsrph @A_Ciaccia

[The Grassroots Pharmacist @grassrootsrph]

What do you think about a vaccine mandate #TwitteRx and #MedTwitter ?

[Vox @voxdotcom]

Vaccine mandates work — just look at France.

Once the country announced vaccines would be required for activities like shopping and eating at restaurants, a record 1.3 million people signed up in less than one day to get their shots. https://t.co/wS8yAphDHA

[CDC @CDCgov]

#COVID19 community transmission in the United States is high.

The current 7-day average of daily new cases is 89,463. This is a 43.3% increase from the previous week & a 678.6% increase from the lowest average in June 2021. Get vaccinated. More: https://t.co/KTzQW0TtKJ.

[AP Fact Check @APFactCheck]

Some social media users misrepresented a CDC announcement meant to encourage labs to use PCR coronavirus tests that can test for flu at the same time. Here are the facts. https://t.co/AeYndbxCBd

[CDC @CDCgov]

If you’ve already had #COVID19, you should still get a COVID-19 #vaccine. Studies show that COVID-19 vaccines provide added protection to your immune system. COVID-19 vaccination helps protect you from serious illness if you get sick again. Learn more: https://t.co/FJMon7WlFO.

[The Grassroots Pharmacist @grassrootsrph]

Why should pharmacists advocate for a single payer healthcare system? @TJCookPhD and @TashriqueR discuss the importance of pharmacist involvement in this movement in this week's @grassrootsrph

https://t.co/GFZ988CDD8

[The Grassroots Pharmacist @grassrootsrph]

Colleges of pharmacy need to continue to develop roles aimed at practice advancement and implementation for the continuing advancement of our profession. Congratulations to @kd_bryan on the new position at @UK_COP.

[University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy @UK_COP]

Happy to announce that @kd_bryan (PharmD 2019, CR 2020) accepted the new role of Practice Implementation Pharmacist at UKCOP. This position focuses on assisting pharmacists in all areas of practice with the implementation of the recently approved HB 48. https://t.co/FLnVhnKtr2

[Health Affairs @Health_Affairs]

In their new blog, @joeymattingly and @GeBaiDC from @UofMaryland and @JohnsHopkins discuss the @Commpharmacy lawsuit filed against @HHSGov claiming DIR fees in #MedicarePartD program are driving pharmacies out of business and possible policy alternatives https://t.co/xLRpRtUdPY

[The Grassroots Pharmacist @grassrootsrph]

How can pharmacists be utilized to ensure reproductive justice? Guest writers @co_rtneyRx and @lyndanguyen provide one answer through pharmacist-led prescribing of oral contraceptives. #TwitteRx #Pharmacy #Birthcontrol #Familyplanning

https://t.co/bm8LbZILQP

[The Grassroots Pharmacist @grassrootsrph]

We're sad to see @Advocate_Rx leave TGP but excited to see what he does next. Good luck Michael!

[E. Michael Murphy @Advocate_Rx]

Today also marks my last day at @grassrootsrph. Working with @nolimitnimit, @lucymwest, & @DrWestling15 to bridge the gap in the profession on health policy and how it impacts pharmacists has been a true blessing. As I step back, I am excited to see where the team takes TGP next!

[The Grassroots Pharmacist @grassrootsrph]

How does voter suppression impact healthcare and pharmacy? Read the post below

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[The Grassroots Pharmacist @grassrootsrph]

The justice department is pursuing legal action against Georgia due to the new restrictive voting laws passed.

[NPR Politics @nprpolitics]

The Justice Department is suing the state of Georgia over its new voting law, alleging the law is intended to restrict ballot access to Black voters. https://t.co/eCn4Ip7tKO

[The Grassroots Pharmacist @grassrootsrph]

"The For the People Act would represent the biggest overhaul of federal election laws in more than half a century, setting national standards for early and mail voting, banning partisan gerrymandering, and creating a new public-financing system for campaigns."

[The Atlantic @TheAtlantic]

Democrats have cast in dire terms their push to protect voting rights, but they approached today's failed vote in the Senate without any apparent fallback, @russellberman reports: https://t.co/Tj8PM79GmO

[The New York Times @nytimes]

Breaking News: Republicans blocked a sweeping voting rights bill, defeating a bid by President Biden and Democrats to counter state-level ballot restrictions. https://t.co/PTCTlcaPJB