CHS Pharmacy News

August 2023

Business Hours

Normal business hours are 9 AM – 5:30 PM M-F, and 9 AM – 3PM Saturday and Closed on Sunday
*Emergency services available 24/7/365

National Immunization Awareness Month*

National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM) is an annual observance held in August to highlight the importance of vaccination for people of all ages.

Use NIAM as an opportunity to access CDC educational resources like the #HowIRecommend Video Series, which offers simple and practical guidance for having successful vaccine conversations with parents and patients. These short videos demonstrate how to make effective vaccine recommendations, address common vaccine questions, and take a team-based approach to vaccination.

CMS Appendix PP Definitions**

Foreign Acquired Medications:

• It has been reported that some residents and/or facilities may be obtaining medications from foreign sources. Medications obtained from foreign sources may present safety issues since they have been manufactured or held outside of the jurisdiction of the United States (U.S.) regulatory system.
• These medications may not be safe and effective for their intended uses. The Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA) strictly limits the types of drugs that may be imported into the U.S. Medications imported into the U.S. may violate the FFDCA if they are unapproved by the FDA, labeled incorrectly, or dispensed without a valid prescription.
• The facility should, in collaboration with the pharmacist, assure that medications are provided or obtained from approved sources and do not violate the FFDCA.
• If it is determined that the facility is providing/obtaining foreign medications that are not FDA approved for use by the residents, the State Agency must make referrals to appropriate agencies, such as the FDA; depending on the medication classification, the Drug Enforcement Administration; State Board of Nursing; State Board of Pharmacy; and the State Licensure Board for Nursing Home Administrators.

Reordering – Stock & Control Meds

It is encouraged to reorder stock supplies and controlled medications Monday through Thursday from the pharmacy to reduce the likelihood of the facility running extremely low on an item during the weekend. Additionally, be mindful of special holidays as providers may be unavailable for emergent requests.

August Trivia***

1. August has _____ days?
2. What are the birthstones for August?
3. What is the birth flower for August?
4. Who was the month of August named after?
5. What Alamo hero was born on the 17th of August, 1786?

August Trivia Answers

1. 31
2. Peridot and Sardonyx
3. Gladiola
4. Augustus – A Roman Emperor
5. Davy Crockett

1. * cdc.gov
2. ** KDADs, Appendix PP
3. ***triviaquestionsfor.com