Pharmacy Times June 28, 2024
A report from the Milken Institute highlights the crucial role of pharmacists in advancing food is medicine care.
A report from the Milken Institute shares insights and actionable recommendations for pharmacies integrating food is medicine (FIM), a medically led nutritional framework, emphasizing the opportunities for pharmacists in supporting chronic disease prevention, management, and treatment. According to a survey conducted by Wolters Kluwer, 58% of individuals in the United States are more likely to visit a local pharmacy for non-emergent medical care over a primary care physician, largely due to accessibility and timeliness of treatment.1 The report, “Catalyzing Action for Pharmacist-Provided Food Is Medicine Care,” equips pharmacists with the tools to effectively implement FIM care into their practices and address the...