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The Impact of Growing ADHD Medication Shortages on Patients and Families

Drug shortages are impacting Kentuckians, with pain medication and ADHD drugs among those in shortest supply. Independent pharmacies like Georgetown Pharmacy have been able to compensate better than big chains by ordering from secondary suppliers and keeping stockpiles of certain drugs. Patients, such as Peggy Carpenter, are struggling to access necessary medication, leading to concerns that some may turn to alcohol, heroin, or other illicit substances as alternatives. The cause of the shortages remains unclear.

via LEX 18 News - Lexington, KY|

#adhd-drugs #drug-shortages #health

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COVID Vaccine Distribution Map Excludes UWS Independent Pharmacies

A government-created map has been launched to help Americans find nearby pharmacies offering the updated COVID-19 vaccine from Moderna and Pfizer. However, independent pharmacies on the Upper West Side of Manhattan are not included on the map, as they are facing challenges in obtaining the new vaccine. Since vaccine distribution shifted to commercial oversight, independent pharmacies have struggled to acquire the shots, which are now sold in the commercial market through pharmacy benefit managers affiliated with larger chains. Independent pharmacies emphasize the personalized service they provide and express frustration at being unable to serve their customers who prefer local pharmacies over chains.

via westsiderag.com|

#commercial-market #covid-19-vaccine #distribution-challenges