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Pharmacy Star Ratings Changes Coming in 2023

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On October 7 th , 2022 the U.S. a) Pandemic Factors: Health plans had previously been allowed to apply carryover quality criteria from 2021 and 2022. Road Towards Approval. However, in 2023, health plans should improve member engagement by scheduling a visit for preventative care or completing a missed screening.

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The 2023-2024 Flu Season: What Pharmacists Need to Know

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The most effective preventive measure against the flu is getting an annual flu vaccine. Getting Vaccinated for the Flu The CDC says ideally, everyone who is eligible for a flu vaccine should be vaccinated by the end of October – the ideal time to get vaccinated being September or October.

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COVID-19, Flu, and RSV in 2023: What Pharmacists Should Know

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Furthermore, COVID-19 isn’t the only thing increasing as there has also been a spike in cases of influenza (Flu) and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), making it crucial for pharmacies to be well-informed and prepared. Surges of RSV cases in the United States occurred much earlier than usual, starting in late fall 2022 instead of midwinter.

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The 2022-2023 Flu Season: What Pharmacists Need to Know

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The 2022-2023 flu season has been one for the books so far and considering flu season typically lasts until May, we’re nowhere near out of the woods yet. The best way to prevent flu is by getting a flu vaccine each year.”. Getting Vaccinated for the Flu. 2022-2023 Flu Season. Flu Illnesses This Season.

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5 Ways to Better Counsel Patients with Cancer at Your Pharmacy

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With that being said, increasing awareness, practicing prevention, and providing proper treatments and symptom management is crucial to better counsel patients with cancer. Vaccinations can be given before, during, and after chemotherapy. Before chemotherapy, all indicated vaccines should be given to the patient.