Drug Enforcement Administration's (DEA) sixth National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day on April 27, 2013, collected twice the amount of unneeded and expired medications for safe disposal than the previous DEA take-back event six months ago.

The Know Your Dose campaign now offers Spanish language online resources and educational materials about the safe use of acetaminophen. 

Government agencies, individuals, and organizations join this week to increase public awareness of substance abuse and mental health issues as part of National Prevention Week, May 12-18, 2013. 

Best practices for pharmacy security guidelines have been developed by the New Jersey State Board of Pharmacy and the state’s Attorney General to assist pharmacies in preventing drug theft and diversion. 

By taking antibiotics only for bacterial infections, and not for viral infections, everyone can do their part to help reduce the proliferation of antibiotic-resistant bacteria, says Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

The National Association of Boards of Pharmacy^® (NABP^®) recently issued a report emphasizing that the global distribution of counterfeit and substandard medications, fueled by illegal online sellers, demands an international response. 

In 2011, more than 67,000 children were seen in an emergency room due to medication poisoning, reports Safe Kids Worldwide. 

During National Prevention Week, May 12-18, 2013, government agencies, individuals, and organizations will join to increase public awareness of substance abuse and mental health issues.

The National Association of Boards of Pharmacy^® (NABP^®) recently issued a report emphasizing that the global distribution of counterfeit and substandard medications, fueled by illegal online sellers, demands an international response. 

Officials in Pennsylvania will review data about methadone overdose cases to determine how many deaths in the state were related to prescriptions for pain relief.