Written by Mariana Lopez, PharmD Candidate 2026 and Adenike Atanda-Oshikoya PharmD, BCACP, CDCES, CTTS Background on Obesity and Comorbidities Obesity, as defined by the World Health Organization (WHO), is the excessive and unhealthy accumulation of body fat.(1) Severe obesity is strongly associated with comorbid conditions such as type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), cardiovascular disease (CVD), heart failure, chronic liver disease, and reduced life expectancy.(2) In addition t

Written by Sarah Abdulameer, PharmD and Kris Denzel Tupas, PharmD, BCPS, BCACP The Power of Networking in Pharmacy Networking is a cornerstone of professional growth in pharmacy, opening doors to mentorship, collaboration, and career opportunities. The American College of Clinical Pharmacy (ACCP) Annual Meeting is one of the best events that allows pharmacy students to engage with experts, explore various career paths, and build meaningful professional networks. If networking

Written by Ardis M. Copenhaver, PharmD, MS, BCPS Some of Medicare Part D changes from the passage of Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 have come into effect in January 2025. The goal of this legislation is to provide further support on prescription drug benefits for the adults aged 65 and older and those individuals with qualifying disabilities. The two big 2025 changes include the elimination of the “Donut Hole” with the reduction of out-of-pocket (OOP) costs and the launch of

Written by Ally Rhea, PharmD Candidate 2027; Sai Wright, PharmD, MBA, MSPH; Laurel Uhomba, PharmD, MBA, MPH Nearly 12 million adults over the age of 40 in the United States are living with vision loss, which may significantly impact their ability to manage medications safely.(1) Prescription labels are often printed in small fonts that are not accessible to visually impaired individuals. Without the ability to read medication names, instructions, or warnings, patients may fa