New York State health commissioner allows pharmacists to administer mpox vaccine without prescription
New York State now allows pharmacists to administer mpox vaccine without prescription, enhancing access amid health concerns.
NY pharmacies can now provide OTC hormonal contraceptives
Pharmacists in NY can dispense OTC hormonal contraceptives
Patients can access contraceptives at local pharmacies with ease
In Washington state, pharmacists are poised to start prescribing abortion drugs
Community pharmacies in states where abortion is legal are now able to fill prescriptions for the abortion pill mifepristone, which could help ease the burden on abortion clinics.
In Washington state, efforts are being made to train pharmacists to not only dispense abortion pills but also prescribe them in order to increase access to medication abortion.