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More bills on the move! The Families, Seniors, and Health Committee just approved a substitute bill that combines SB 968...
03/12/2026

More bills on the move! The Families, Seniors, and Health Committee just approved a substitute bill that combines SB 968 & SB 984!

The House Health and Mental Health Committee just approved a substitute bill that combines HB 1850 and HB 1975 (PBM bill...
03/12/2026

The House Health and Mental Health Committee just approved a substitute bill that combines HB 1850 and HB 1975 (PBM bills) by a vote of 16-0.

03/11/2026

WE NEED YOUR VOICE NOW...Help Move SB 878 Forward!!

It takes less than a minute—use MPA’s prewritten letter to contact your legislators NOW about SB 878

One important part of the bill clarifies the use of CLIA-waived tests in pharmacies. These are simple, rapid tests—such as those used for influenza, strep, and COVID-19—that can safely be performed in healthcare settings with a low risk of incorrect results. In pharmacies, these tests typically involve a quick swab and provide results within minutes, allowing pharmacists to help patients get answers quickly and guide them toward appropriate treatment or referral when necessary.

This legislation is not intended to replace physicians. Pharmacists want to continue working collaboratively with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure patients receive the right care at the right time. SB 878 simply helps ensure patients can access timely care and appropriate guidance when they need it.

In many cases, allowing pharmacists to provide these services can also help reduce unnecessary emergency room visits and healthcare costs by giving patients faster access to basic testing, guidance, and care in their local community.

The bill also improves patient access to certain medical devices such as test strips, pen needles, and spacers, which help patients manage conditions like diabetes and asthma more effectively.

Your voice can make a difference in helping legislators understand how this bill supports patient access and modern pharmacy care.

SEND YOUR LETTER NOW: https://ujoin.co/campaigns/4078/actions/public?action_id=6521

Check out Season 2 from University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis STUDENTS! What a great addition to Pharm...
03/10/2026

Check out Season 2 from University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis STUDENTS! What a great addition to Pharmacy Frontiers Podcast! Follow their podcast, and all 15 episodes as we introduce new topics week by week!

UMKC School of Pharmacy Student Script also comes out tomorrow! Don't miss all the hard work these wonderful students have put in talking about the awesome profession of . They have some great topics to talk about!

Happy Birthday, Carson! 🎉
03/10/2026

Happy Birthday, Carson! 🎉

DOSE OF KNOWLEDGE IS BACK! The Dose of Knowledge Pharmacy Student Podcast is proud to collaborate once again with Pharma...
03/04/2026

DOSE OF KNOWLEDGE IS BACK!

The Dose of Knowledge Pharmacy Student Podcast is proud to collaborate once again with Pharmacy Frontiers Podcast and the Missouri Pharmacy Association to bring you another exciting season of conversations in pharmacy.

This season, we’re diving into topics that matter — from public health and medication access to advocacy, education, and the evolving role of pharmacists in healthcare.

Created by pharmacy students, for students and the community, our goal is to educate, inspire, and highlight the impact of our profession.

🎙️ We’re kicking off Season 2 of Dose of Knowledge!
Dive into Episode 1: “Wait, A Pharmacist Can Do That?” — where we break down the MANY roles pharmacists have beyond community settings.

Pharmacy is more than just CVS or Walgreens. From research to industry to ambulatory care, the possibilities may surprise you! 💊✨

Listen here: https://m.youtube.com/-MO

You can also find us on Podbean, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts!

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University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis

Members! Check your email for the weekly APR from ! We need you AND your patients to contact your legislators. Send the...
03/03/2026

Members! Check your email for the weekly APR from ! We need you AND your patients to contact your legislators. Send these pre-written letters ASAP. Legislators want to hear from YOU!

Senate Bill 878 has been added to the Senate calendar for perfection. On Thursday, Representative State Representative Bennie Cook filed HB 3499, a companion bill to Senate Bill 878. This bill has the same language as SB 878 and would expand the scope of pharmacy practice by allowing Pharmacists to provide services for influenza, group A streptococcus, and COVID-19. It would also permit pharmacists to prescribe certain types of medical equipment based on FDA classifications and the approval of the Board of Healing Arts and Board of Pharmacy.

PRE-WRITTEN LETTERS:
HB 3499: https://ujoin.co/campaigns/4078/actions/public?action_id=6481

SB 878: https://ujoin.co/campaigns/4078/actions/public?action_id=6437

TARGETING PHARMACY MIDDLEMEN!"We are tired of waiting and we are tired of Missourians suffering."MPA is pleased to annou...
03/02/2026

TARGETING PHARMACY MIDDLEMEN!

"We are tired of waiting and we are tired of Missourians suffering."

MPA is pleased to announce that Missouri Attorney General Catherine L. Hanaway will join us at the Legislative Day!

AG Hanaway was recently featured on KCTV5’s “On the Record” discussing her office’s efforts to tackle high insulin costs — including legal action against pharmacy benefit managers and drug manufacturers over skyrocketing prices that put life-saving medication out of reach for many .

https://www.kctv5.com/video/2026/03/01/kansas-city-record-conversation-high-insulin-costs-with-catherine-hanaway/

recently had the opportunity to work with Summer Roesch during her virtual rotation. Summer, a student at University o...
02/26/2026

recently had the opportunity to work with Summer Roesch during her virtual rotation. Summer, a student at University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis, brought enthusiasm and professionalism to her experience with us. We are excited to see all you accomplish — best of luck in school and beyond!

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Celebrating 140 years of serving Pharmacists

In September of 1879, the Missouri Pharmacy Association was established. Since then, the association has worked tirelessly for all pharmacists across the state, ensuring that they remain the medication experts in patient care relationships.

Today, we continue to keep our eyes on that goal. Everything we do at the MPA revolves around moving the profession of pharmacy forward, as directed by our leadership team and membership. We hope you join us in this mission!

To become a member of the MPA, join here --> https://www.morx.com/join-mpa