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We understand you take care of your patients, let us take care of you! MPhA is YOUR voice, but we need your support. Membership options include both annual and monthly memberships, as well as family discounts. Help MPhA continue to advance the profession in Massachusetts. We are the professional association for pharmacists and technicians in Massachusetts
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Fifa 2026 World Cup is coming to Boston! Large number international and domestic travelers will be here June 13th-July9th

Is you pharmacy prepared? MPhA has the resources you need.

Fifa World Cup Resources

Thank to Representative Alan Silvia, Co-Chair of the Pharmacy Caucus, for bringing greetings and kicking off the event at the Grand Staircase. MPhA appreciates your continuous support of the the Profession of Pharmacy!

Several Pharmacists made the rounds at the State House Monday April 27th to legislators offices to spread the word about MPhA's legislative priorities.

Legislator visits started from the Grand Staircase while in Great Hall all areas of pharmacy practice we showcased.

Thank you to our collaborators, Walmart, MA Chain Pharmacy Council, MCPHS Biopharmaceutical Fellowship Program, BILH Outpatient/ambulatory pharmacy, MIPA, Walgreens, MSHP, Greater Lawrence Family Health Center, and our partners in academia

Position Statement on COVID-19 Vaccine Access

Join us Thursday June 4th at 6pm to honor and celebrate excellence in our profession.

Sorrella ( formally the Tuscan Kitchen)

2400 District Ave, Burlington, MA

Individual tickets or you can purchase a table

This year we will be honoring:

Bowl of Hygeia: Saad Dinno, RPh

Distinguished Young Pharmacist: Allison Burns, PharmD

Nathan Goldberg Award: Anita I Jedwabski, BSP, RPh

Technician of the Year: Michael Carden

MPhA Industry Award: Tim Temple, MBA

MPhA President's Award: Michael Angelini, PharmD, BCPP

MPhA Executive Board Evergreen Award: Joanne Doyle-Petrongolo, RPh

Also, we will recognizing out going President Ryann Abrams for her service to the Association.

We are also welcoming incoming President Allison Burns

and

new Board Member Sara Kheboian

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CGM Resources from APhA

Empowering Patients to Take Control with CGM: The Role of the Pharmacist – A free series of three 30-minute continuing education eLearning programs focusing on the main factors that affect blood glucose and how pharmacists can help their patients utilize CGM and blood sugar logs to interpret and assess these effects to optimize glucose control over time. This program also includes three infographics for pharmacists to use for patient counseling and as a reference tool in practice. This program is free and can be shared with your members.

Lastly, APhA values the work you do to provide education and training for pharmacists in your state. As you’re applying for grants to support educating pharmacists and pharmacy technicians, we wanted to share a few paragraphs we’ve developed to include our education programs in grant applications. A copy of that can be found here APhA Education Grant Language.docx

*** BREAKING NEWS ***

Pharmacists are now authorized to prescribe and dispense hormonal contraceptive patches and self-administered oral hormonal contraceptives without the requirement of evidence of a previous prescription, effective immediately. Earlier this month, the Public Health Council approved an emergency amendment to 105 CMR 700.000 — Implementation of M.G.L. c. 94C to create a more accessible and expedited process for persons to obtain hormonal contraceptives. The proposed amendment was drafted in consultation with the Board of Registration in Medicine, Board of Registration in Pharmacy, and MassHealth, and in consideration of American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists guidelines. The regulation implements MGL chapter 94C section 194, as passed in the fiscal year 2024 state budget.

The amendment allows registered pharmacists to prescribe and dispense hormonal contraceptive patches and self-administered oral hormonal contraceptives without a Massachusetts Controlled Substance Registration. Prior to prescribing these contraceptives, a registered pharmacists must complete an approved training program for prescribing hormonal contraceptives, and provide the patient with a self-screening risk assessment tool prior. Upon prescribing and dispensing the contraceptive, the pharmacist must refer or advise the patient to their primary care provider or reproductive healthcare practitioner, if applicable; provide the patient with a written record of the prescribed/dispensed contraceptive; and dispense the contraceptive as soon as practicable after issuing the prescription. Additionally, pharmacists cannot require appointments for patients who wish to obtain these medications. Please see the full regulation for more details on pharmacist requirements

Pharmacist Resources

Did you know that MPhA was delighted to join a number of other health care organizations from throughout the state advocating for
PBM Reform
H785 “An Act Protecting 340B Pharmacies”
H1274 “An Act prohibiting PBMs from discriminating against hospitals and patients participating in the 340B drug discount program”
H1326/S827 “An Act to Ensure Access to Prescription Medications ”

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In between positions? Looking for your next position? Let MPhA and our community of pharmacy professionals help you find your next position through our events and networking opportunities. View current jobs and post your resume to our job board!