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PhRMA Code Revised in Response to OIG Special Fraud Alert on Speaker Programs

FDA Law

Kirschenbaum — On August 6, 2021, the Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) announced the release of a revised PhRMA Code on Interactions with Health Care Professionals , which takes effect on January 1, 2022. Department of Health and Human Services (OIG) (see our blog post on this Special Fraud Alert here ).

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MN Legislative Session 2025: Updates on Health Care Bills

Minnesota Academy of Family Physicians

As we move into the tenth week of the legislative session, Minnesota Academy of Family Physicians (MAFP) lobbyist Megan Verdeja breaks down what’s happening at the Minnesota State Capitol and provides an update on health care bills. The bill passed by a voice vote and was referred to the State and Local Government Committee.

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Baby Formula Shortages

Georgetown Pediatrics & Family Medicine

Always mix formula as directed by the manufacturer. I heard the government will be importing baby formula from other countries. If your child is older than 6 months of age and is usually on regular formula (not a specialty product for allergies or other special health needs), this may be an option. Is that safe?

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Aging and Climate Change: Karl Pillemer, Leslie Wharton, & Ruth McDermott-Levy

GeriPal

I actually wonder though, since we’re on a GeriPal broadcast, I think that people are under emphasizing the special risk of older people. So if you look at government websites about heat for example, it’s got a line of buttons across the top with affected populations, outdoor workers, athletes and older people are in there.