News Releases
Jefferson County Ordinance Burdens Patients and Practicioners (12/7/09)
JEFFERSON CITY, MO – Ron Fitzwater, CEO of the Missouri Pharmacy Association, issued the following statement today on yesterday’s vote by Jefferson County officials to require prescriptions for pseudoephedrine (PSE) products:
“Missouri pharmacists have been extremely active in working with the Legislature and law enforcement to address the methamphetamine problem in Missouri. We know that it is a serious problem in our state. But, the Missouri Pharmacy Association is opposed to any ordinance or legislation that hinders the ability of patients to purchase legal products containing pseudoephedrine (PSE) by forcing them to have a prescription to acquire the product." Full Release
Missouri Pharmacists Make Flu Shots More Accessible This Holiday Season (11/25/09)
JEFFERSON CITY, MO – Pharmacists are working overtime this holiday season to give patients access to flu shots. Many pharmacies will remain open at least part of Thanksgiving Day and through the weekend, and they will continue to administer flu shots to patients who request them. Full Release
Foundation Care Pharmacy First to Receive Prominent Accreditation (11/19/09)
EARTH CITY, MO – Foundation Care Pharmacy yesterday became the first pharmacy in Missouri to receive the Seal of Accreditation from the Pharmacy Compounding Accreditation Board (PCAB). Full Release
Missouri Pharmacists Prevent Falls Among Elderly (9/22/09)
JEFFERSON CITY, MO – Fall Prevention and Awareness efforts by Missouri pharmacists kicked off today with 42 events around the state in which pharmacists used their medication expertise to educate seniors about the risks of a fall and the steps they can take to prevent them... Full Release
Missouri Pharmacy Association Inducts Perniciaro as New President
JEFFERSON CITY, MO – The Missouri Pharmacy Association inducted a new Board of Directors at their Annual Convention, held at Tan-Tar-A Resort and Spa June 19-21. Paul Perniciaro, of Chesterfield, will serve as President of the association for the 2009-2010 year... Full Release
Congressman Skelton visits community pharmacy, expresses dedication to important healthcare issues
JEFFERSON CITY, MO – Missouri Pharmacy Association CEO Ron Fitzwater issued a statement today commending Congressman Ike Skelton on his continued support for the healthcare issues that impact Missouri patients and pharmacists... Full Release
Missouri Pharmacy Association Members Press for Important Healthcare Changes
JEFFERSON CITY, MO – Missouri Pharmacy Association (MPA) members gathered in Jefferson City on April 15, 2009 to meet with legislators and discuss critical changes needed in the state’s healthcare policies.
Pharmacists from around the state spent the day addressing legislation the General Assembly is currently evaluating that will impact the access to and effectiveness of patient treatment in Missouri... Full Release
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