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Last chance! Friday is the deadline to cast votes in the election for ASHP President, members of the Board of Directors, and leaders of the Pharmacy Practice Sections. Learn about the candidates at hubs.ly/Q04pnlVg0. Contact ASHP Customer Relations with questions about the election process before 3 p.m. ET on July 17. Learn more here: hubs.ly/Q04pmlGk0

US FDA proposes rule to simplify registration for some drug manufacturers reut.rs/4wGqABc reut.rs/4wGqABc

New ASHP Advantage Engaging the Experts podcast episode: "Access Granted: Unlocking the Benefits of COVID-19 Antiviral Therapies." Tune in for insights and perspectives on COVID-19 treatment from our faculty experts: hubs.ly/Q04pf_440

Research shows that some vaccines require multiple doses for long-lasting immunity. Visit ASHP's SafeMedication for patient-friendly information written by pharmacists for an article about why boosters are needed. SafeMedication provides trusted information to consumers about prescription and over-the-counter medications and answers common health questions. hubs.ly/Q04pczQn0

✨ Meet the 2026–2027 ASHP Pharmacy Student Forum Executive Committee: Deanna Laughlin (Chair), Morgan McGraw (Vice Chair), Jaelyn Benyard (EC Member), Genisse Gonzalez (EC Member), Seun Lagbenro (EC Member)!  ✨   The Pharmacy Student Forum (PSF) is ASHP’s home for student pharmacists—built to connect, support, and empower the next generation of pharmacy leaders. Through leadership development, networking opportunities, advocacy, and health-system career exploration, PSF provides meaningful ways for students to get involved and grow professionally. At the center of it all is the Executive Committee—a team of student volunteers who amplify your voice, shape national programming, and create opportunities for student pharmacists. Learn more: hubs.ly/Q04pcsCg0

.@MHExecutive reports, “A growing share of Americans living with HIV are reaching retirement age, and a new modeling study...shows what that shift will mean for Medicare’s budget over the decade.” managedhealthcareexecutive.com/view/medicare-…

Join us next week for a free 1-hr CE webinar titled 2026 Immunization Updates for Adults. This live webinar will be held on Tuesday, July 14 at 2 p.m. EST, and will cover topics ranging from vaccine coadministration best practices, strategies for improving vaccine hesitancy, and how to find evidence-based resources. hubs.ly/Q04nCRNz0

Today, ASHP and its pharmacy partners urged federal officials to take actions to restore public confidence in the vaccine advisory process. Our joint letter expresses concerns about ACIP's new charter, recommends key reforms, and emphasizes the critical role of the pharmacy workforce in protecting communities from vaccine-preventable diseases. hubs.ly/Q04p5QR10

Becker’s Hospital Review recently reported on the latest organization to achieve ASHP Certified Center of Excellence in Medication-Use Safety and Pharmacy Practice, a certification that reflects contemporary best practices for hospital and health-system pharmacy practice. Learn more: hubs.ly/Q04p5n830

This 1.5-hour educational activity reviews the evidence for the safety and cost-effectiveness of ready-to-administer (RTA) prefilled syringes compared to the traditional vial-and-syringe method and discusses real-world aspects of transitioning from traditional to RTA products: hubs.ly/Q04p3Dl00

Students: the future of pharmacy is vast, wide and yours to build. ✨ Bring your unique perspective to the table – whether you're an extrovert or an introvert – and help lead the next generation of healthcare innovation and accessibility. Don’t just enter the profession. Shape it. 🚀 Discover your path and resources built just for you: hubs.ly/Q04p3-gK0 #YourPharmacist #PharmacyStudents #PharmD

People buying Obamacare health insurance face double-digit premium increases in 2027 for the second year in a row bloomberg.com/news/articles/…

From the ASHP News Center: John J. Scrivens Jr., cofounder and first president of the Association of Black Health-System Pharmacists, died May 27. A passionate advocate for developing a diverse pharmacy workforce that better serves the needs of all communities, Scrivens is remembered as an exceptional pharmacist, leader, educator, and mentor. hubs.ly/Q04nYxf20

New Engaging the Experts podcast episode: "From Evidence to Action: Using Antivirals to Treat High-Risk Hospitalized Patients With COVID-19." Tune in for insights and perspectives on COVID-19 treatment from our faculty experts: hubs.ly/Q04nYgvG0

A new Gallup poll based on a survey of over 5,000 U.S. adults found that 11 percent are currently taking GLP-1 medications, up from the 3 percent in a similar 2024 survey. wapo.st/4wnO2To

ASHP thanks @RepDeSaulnier @RepDannyDavis @RepCohen @RepMGS @RepDwightEvans @RepJillTokuda @RepJulieJohnson @RepJimCosta @RepJerryNadler for signing onto a congressional letter with 72 bipartisan signatories requesting HHS and HRSA take action against Eli Lilly for refusing to pay statutorily obligated 340B payments to safety-net hospitals that do not submit medical claims data to Lilly. ashp.org/-/media/assets…

Apply now to become a CPEL in 2026! Join a community of pharmacy executive leaders who are transforming healthcare. Our Certified Pharmacy Executive Leader (CPEL) program validates the unique competencies of pharmacy executives who lead with vision, strategy, and impact. We're offering multiple in-person CPEL capstone programs in 2026, including locations at ASHP HQ (Bethesda, Maryland) and Dallas, Texas. Each capstone features: -Engaging peer discussions grounded in real-world leadership challenges -Opportunities for executive coaching and professional development -Exceptional opportunities to expand your executive network Apply by July 15 for the September capstone and take the next step toward communicating your leadership excellence to peers, employers, and healthcare executives nationwide. Learn more: hubs.ly/Q04nRfVH0

Today in managed care: MedPage Today reports, “Two-thirds of online GLP-1 receptor agonist sellers did not require speaking with a clinician ahead of a prescription, a secret shopper study revealed.” The findings show that “out of 49 websites tested, 13 required a video visit and three required a phone call, typically lasting under 10 minutes,” while “four offered no opportunity to ask a clinician questions.” Rather, “the majority of these platforms relied on patient-reported questionnaires that may fail to capture crucial clinical and social histories.” medpagetoday.com/practicemanage…

Don't forget! The deadline to submit poster abstracts for #ASHPLeaders26 is August 1. Details 👇