Pharmacists have compiled a list of some of the most recommended over-the-counter products for treatment of everything from diabetes and colds/allergies to diagnostic products and those used for the eyes, ears, nose, and throat. In the latest OTC Guide, published annually by Pharmacy Times, pharmacists weigh in on the products that line drugstore aisles in an effort to help consumers …
Pharma Coding – How Do Consumers Feel About Big Pharma?
A recent survey conducted by Reputation Institute found that some of the most reputable pharmaceutical companies in 2016 include Bayer, Abbott Laboratories, Novo Nordisk, Roche, Merck, Sanofi, Allergan, AstraZeneca, Eli Lilly, AbbVie, GlaxoSmithKline, and Novartis. This survey provides insight into how consumers in developed countries all around the globe feel about big pharmaceutical in regards to the companies acting responsibly, …
Pharma Coders – Pharma Banning Lethal Injections’ Use Of Products
More and more pharmaceutical companies are banning the use of their products for the purpose of lethal injections, the latest being pharmaceutical giant Pfizer. According to a recent article at Healthline, a Gallup poll conducted in the fall of 2015 revealed that about 60% of Americans were in favor of the death penalty, but with pharmaceutical companies “dropping out,” what …
Food Labeling – Will Consumers Ever Understand Nutrition Labels?
For consumers who are dieting or simply want to maintain good health, reading nutrition labels can be like reading something in an unfamiliar language. While we’ve all been warned repeatedly to reduce sodium intake and limit calories from added sugars and saturated fats, it just isn’t that easy. Labels often contain wording that most people simply don’t understand, making it …
How Healthcare Packaging Waste Could Be Reduced In Creative Ways
Recently, sterilization packaging manufacturer Beacon Converters came up with a truly unique way to enlighten companies (particularly in the healthcare industry) of creative ways packaging waste may be recycled, reused, or repurposed instead of ending up in landfills. While it may sound strange, Beacon commissioned the use of discarded Tyvek to create a wedding gown! According to Beacon sustainability officer …