United States

Blood Supply Disruption and Conservation Strategies for Hospitals

The New York State Department of Health has issued guidance to hospitals and diagnostic and treatment centers regarding blood supply disruptions. The directive outlines strategies for conserving blood products and optimizing their use during periods of decreased availability.

Updated Hospital and Center Facility Closure Plan Guidelines

The New York State Department of Health has issued updated guidance for facility closure plans for hospitals and various healthcare centers. This supersedes previous guidance and outlines requirements for both temporary (up to 60 days) and non-temporary closures, including notification procedures and potential sanctions for non-compliance.

NY Clarifies Clinical Lab Personnel Requirements for Glucometry

The New York State Department of Health has issued guidance clarifying clinical laboratory personnel requirements, specifically regarding nurses performing high-complexity glucometer testing. This clarification aligns with recent federal CMS interpretations and will be enforced by the NY Clinical Laboratory Evaluation Program.

California Board of Pharmacy News Roundup - August 2025

The California Board of Pharmacy issued a news roundup for August 2025, providing updates on Rite Aid closures, emergency refills, medication error reporting requirements effective September 1, 2025, and a new online portal for drug theft/loss reporting. A new Pharmacist-in-Charge training webinar is also available.

California Board of Pharmacy: Vaccine Administration Update

The California Board of Pharmacy issued a news roundup detailing changes to pharmacist authority regarding vaccine administration, effective January 1, 2026, due to Assembly Bill 1503. The update encourages pharmacists to transition to a standard of care practice model for immunizations for patients three years and older.

California Board of Pharmacy December Update: Standard of Care, Vaccines, CAMER

The California Board of Pharmacy's December 2025 update announces the transition of certain pharmacist-provided patient care services, including vaccine administration, to a standard of care model effective January 1, 2026, per AB 1503. It also reminds schools about standing orders for albuterol and epinephrine and mandates reporting medication errors to the CAMER system for events on or after September 1, 2025.

California Board of Pharmacy Updates and AB 1503 Changes

The California Board of Pharmacy is updating its regulations effective January 1, 2026, due to Assembly Bill 1503. Key changes include a transition to a Standard of Care practice model for certain pharmacist-provided services and new requirements for nonresident pharmacies operating in California, effective July 1, 2026.

California Board of Pharmacy Updates on SCRA, AB 1503, and Nonresident Pharmacies

The California Board of Pharmacy issued a news roundup detailing updates on the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA), Assembly Bill 1503 impacting pharmacist practice, and new requirements for nonresident pharmacies. Key changes include the transition of certain pharmacist-provided patient care services to a standard of care model and new PIC designation rules for out-of-state pharmacies operating in California.

NY AG Probes Instacart Pricing and Data Privacy Compliance

The New York Attorney General's office has sent a letter to Instacart requesting information regarding its pricing practices and compliance with New York's Algorithmic Pricing Disclosure Act. The inquiry follows a report detailing significant price variations for the same products on the Instacart platform.

NY AG Complaint Against Robert G. Kramer

The New York Attorney General, along with Attorneys General from 9 other states, has filed a complaint against Robert G. Kramer and his associated company. The complaint alleges violations related to internet and technology services, seeking to hold the defendant accountable for alleged deceptive practices.