Pharmacists, Attys Navigate Murky COVID Vaccine Waters
In recent years, the changing of the season has sent millions of Americans to their local pharmacists for a COVID-19 vaccine with few worries about availability. This year, things aren't so simple. Without a complete federal roadmap, pharmacists are facing new legal uncertainties.
Evernorth Health Plugs $3.5B Into Shields Health Solutions
Evernorth Health Services, led by Wachtell Lipton Rosen & Katz and Holland & Knight LLP, on Tuesday unveiled plans to plug $3.5 billion into specialty pharmacy management company Shields Health Solutions.
Test Results At Bedtime? States Pause Patient Access
Patients getting notified of pathology reports at bedtime or at a family wedding? Texas has joined a small number of states that allow for delays in sharing sensitive results so doctors have a chance to share medical news.
Pharmacists, Attys Navigate Murky COVID Vaccine Waters
In recent years, the changing of the season has sent millions of Americans to their local pharmacists for a COVID-19 vaccine with few worries about availability. This year, things aren't so simple. Without a complete federal roadmap, pharmacists are facing new legal uncertainties.
Evernorth Health Plugs $3.5B Into Shields Health Solutions
Evernorth Health Services, led by Wachtell Lipton Rosen & Katz and Holland & Knight LLP, on Tuesday unveiled plans to plug $3.5 billion into specialty pharmacy management company Shields Health Solutions.
Test Results At Bedtime? States Pause Patient Access
Patients getting notified of pathology reports at bedtime or at a family wedding? Texas has joined a small number of states that allow for delays in sharing sensitive results so doctors have a chance to share medical news.
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