In March 2026, the pharmacy industry will gather in Los Angeles for the APhA Annual Meeting & Exposition hosted by the American Pharmacists Association. The annual event brings together pharmacists, pharmacy leaders, and healthcare innovators to explore the evolving role of pharmacy in patient care. As pharmacy practice continues to expand, new conversations are emerging around how pharmacists support patients beyond ...
Allergy care is evolving at a remarkable pace. What once centered primarily around antihistamines, inhalers, and traditional immunotherapy has expanded into a new era driven by biologic medications. These advanced therapies are transforming outcomes for patients with severe asthma, chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps, atopic dermatitis, chronic spontaneous urticaria, and other immune-mediated conditions. As innovation ...
As home injections become more common across diabetes care, GLP-1 therapies, fertility treatments, hormone therapy, and specialty medications, a quieter but increasingly serious issue is emerging alongside this growth: counterfeit injection devices. While counterfeit medications have received widespread attention, counterfeit injection devices (including pens, syringes, needles, and auto-injectors) often fly under the radar. ...
Each December, International Sharps Injury Prevention Awareness Month brings global attention to the ongoing risk of needlestick injuries and improper sharps handling. Though traditionally associated with hospitals and clinical settings, sharps injuries increasingly occur in homes, community programs, workplaces, and pharmacies. As more therapies move outside the walls of healthcare facilities, the conversation around ...
In November, the world comes together to recognize the strength, resilience, and stories of people living with diabetes. World Diabetes Day is held on November 14, while National Diabetes Month is throughout November. Both shine a light on what millions of individuals experience daily living with diabetes including the challenges of managing a chronic condition and the hope that comes with awareness. At PureWay Compliance, we ...
As GLP-1 medications continue to grow in popularity for both diabetes management and weight loss, patients are often faced with a key decision: should you take your medication as a weekly injection or a daily pill? While oral options like Rybelsus offer convenience in theory, the science and clinical results tell a different story. Injectable GLP-1 drugs such as Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro continue to outperform their ...
GLP-1 medications have become a regular part of life for many people managing diabetes or pursuing weight loss. But as travel becomes more frequent, whether for business or vacation, so does the need to navigate injectable medication on the go. If you’ve ever wondered whether you can travel with your GLP-1, or how to properly dispose of sharps while away from home, the good news is: yes, you can travel safely and legally. But ...
Regulatory Changes Are Shaping the Cost of GLP-1 Medications In December 2024, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced the resolution of the tirzepatide shortage. Which is the active ingredient in Eli Lilly’s Mounjaro and Zepbound. During the shortage, compounding pharmacies were allowed to produce versions of tirzepatide to help meet demand. However, now that the shortage is resolved, the FDA is requiring ...
Every day, healthcare facilities, pharmacies, and homes generate medical waste. Items like used needles, syringes, and other sharps or medical waste. While these materials are essential for treating illnesses and managing health, their improper disposal poses significant risks to people and the environment. This issue is more than just a healthcare problem; it’s a community-wide concern that affects us all. Why Improper ...
PureWay Compliance, Inc. is a medical device manufacturer and healthcare compliance organization that provides medical waste management and compliance solutions to the United States and Canada. PureWay has partnered with Safe Needle Disposal, a non-profit dedicated to educating the public about safe needles. A growing issue - 7.8 billion pounds of needles are discarded in the trash each year Data from the Coalition for Safe ...
