News & Advocacy Updates
COVID-19 Resources
In today’s information-centric world, the news about Coronavirus (COVID-19) is spreading faster than we can keep up. VPhA is closely monitoring developments and sharing important alerts as they become available. As COVID-19 continues to impact communities nationwide, it is important that we all take #StepsforHealth to protect ourselves and the communities in which we work, […]
Miss America to Join VPhA and VSHP for 2020 Legislative Day!
Miss America 2020, Camille Schrier, will be joining us this Wednesday, January 22, 2020 downtown at Legislative Day! We’re so excited to have Camille with us as we meet with Legislators! Read More
VPhA Writes Comments on Joint Commission on Health Care Studies
The Virginia Pharmacists Association (VPhA) submitted public comments to the Joint Commission of Health Care last month following their studies on prescription delivery options and collaborative practice agreements. Please review VPhA’s comments below: PCPAs, Standing Orders and Statewide Protocols Prescription Delivery Options
VDH Program Supports Distribution of No-Cost Naloxone
The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) is pleased to share an update regarding the Virginia Department of Health’s no-cost naloxone distribution program effective October 1, 2019 through September 30, 2020. In partnership with the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS), VDH will receive federal funding to support naloxone distribution efforts. This funding opportunity […]
Support the VPhA Foundation by Donating to Birdies for Charity!
Make your gift go 10% further this year – When you make your donation through the Dominion Energy Charity Classic’s Birdies for Charity program presented by TowneBank, we receive an additional 10%. Donate before October 20th. Donate Today! Thank you for supporting the VPhA Research and Education Foundation.
New Member Benefit Available! Partnership with BetterHelp
VPhA is excited to announce a new benefit for all members from the teletherapy company BetterHelp. This new partnership supports the mission of the recently formed Academy of Workplace Well-Being. Other partners that offer this program include: the American Medical Student Association (AMSA), American Society of Composers, Authors and Performers (ASCAP) and The Berkeley Well-Being Institute. BetterHelp is […]
Provision of counseling and information by pharmacists on proper drug disposal
The Board of Pharmacy has recently updated the provision of counseling and information by pharmacists, which provides board guidance for proper disposal of unused dispensed drugs. View Update Guide
Same Day Access for Virginians Seeking Mental Health Services
Great news for patients in need of mental health services. Governor Ralph Northam and the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS) announced that all 40 Community Services Boards (CSBs) in the Commonwealth have Same Day Access (SDA) available to Virginians seeking mental health services in their communities. A person in need of […]
2019 Updated Bylaws
As many of you may know, the VPhA Board of Directors has been working hard on a much-needed update of our Association Bylaws. After having our general membership meeting at Midyear Conference and the Board having reconvened, the bylaws have been updated. Amended February 2019 Bylaws
