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Article: Differential Patterns of Social Media Use Associated with Loneliness and Health Outcomes in Selected Socioeconomic Groups.

Gharani, Pedram / Ray, Sumanta / Aruru, Meghana / Pyne, Saumyadipta

Journal of technology in behavioral science

2021 Volume 6, Issue 3, Page(s) 535–544

Abstract: Loneliness has emerged as a chronic and persistent problem for a considerable fraction of the general population in the developed world. Concurrently, use of online social media by the same societies has steadily increased over the past two decades. The ... ...

Abstract	Loneliness has emerged as a chronic and persistent problem for a considerable fraction of the general population in the developed world. Concurrently, use of online social media by the same societies has steadily increased over the past two decades. The present study analyzed a recent large country-wide loneliness survey of 20,096 adults in the US using an unsupervised approach for systematic identification of clusters of respondents in terms of their social media use and representation among different socioeconomic subgroups. We studied the underlying population heterogeneity with a computational pipeline that was developed to gain insights into cluster- or group-specific patterns of loneliness. In particular, distributions of high loneliness were observed in groups of female users of Facebook and YouTube of certain age, race, marital, and socioeconomic status. For instance, among the group of predominantly YouTube users, we noted that non-Hispanic white female respondents of age 25-44 years who have high school or less education level and are single or never married have more significant high loneliness distribution. In fact, their high loneliness scores also seem to be associated with self-reported poorer physical and mental health outcomes. Supplementary information: The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1007/s41347-021-00208-4.
Language	English
Publishing date	2021-05-14
Publishing country	Switzerland
Document type	Journal Article
ISSN	2366-5963
ISSN	2366-5963
DOI	10.1007/s41347-021-00208-4
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Article ; Online: Pharmacy Emergency Preparedness and Response (PEPR): a proposed framework for expanding pharmacy professionals' roles and contributions to emergency preparedness and response during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond.

Aruru, Meghana / Truong, Hoai-An / Clark, Suzanne

Research in social & administrative pharmacy : RSAP

2020 Volume 17, Issue 1, Page(s) 1967–1977

Abstract: Background: Pharmacists have long been involved in public health and emergency preparedness and response (EP&R), including through preventive measures such as screening, vaccinations, testing, medical and pharmaceutical countermeasures, as well as ... ...

Abstract	Background: Pharmacists have long been involved in public health and emergency preparedness and response (EP&R), including through preventive measures such as screening, vaccinations, testing, medical and pharmaceutical countermeasures, as well as ensuring medication safety and access during natural disasters and pandemics. Pharmacy professionals are considered essential partners in response to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Community and hospital pharmacies are expanding services and hours to provide essential services, putting pharmacists and their co-workers at the frontlines for patient care and safety to improve public health. In addition, pharmacy professionals are increasingly integrating into global, national, state and local EP&R efforts, including into interprofessional teams, such as Medical Reserve Corps (MRCs). However, lacunae exist for further integration of pharmacists into public health and safety initiatives. There are increasing opportunities and recommendations that should be expanded upon to provide improved patient care and population health interventions, and to ensure healthcare worker and public health safety. Objective: Develop a Pharmacy Emergency Preparedness and Response (PEPR) Framework and recommendations for pharmacy professional pathways towards full integration within public health EP&R efforts (such as the COVID-19 pandemic), and enhanced recognition of pharmacists' skills, roles and contributions as integral members of the interprofessional healthcare team. Methods: This paper draws on the Results: Based on methods and resources utilized in developing this proposed PEPR Framework, five key focus areas were identified, as follows:1)Emergency preparedness and response2)Operations management3)Patient care and population health interventions4)Public health pharmacy education and continuing professional education5)Evaluation, research, and dissemination for impact and outcomes. Conclusion: Pharmacists and pharmacy professionals have been at the frontlines in responding to the COVID-19 pandemic. Yet, challenges remain, such as limited availability of personal protection equipment, high risk of infectious exposures inherent in healthcare professions, and legislative hurdles resulting in lack of provider status and related reimbursements. Recommendations to enhance pharmacy's scope as public health professionals involved in EP&R include targeted training and education on key framework areas and policymaking. Pharmacy professionals should further integrate with interdisciplinary public health teams. Additional research and dissemination on impacts and outcomes of EP&R can enhance recognition of pharmacy professionals' contribution and value during public health emergencies. The proposed PEPR Framework can be utilized to develop, implement, evaluate, and disseminate results in order to strengthen existing efforts and to establish new initiatives in EP&R.
MeSH term(s)	COVID-19/epidemiology ; COVID-19/prevention & control ; Civil Defense/standards ; Civil Defense/trends ; Community Pharmacy Services/standards ; Community Pharmacy Services/trends ; Humans ; Pandemics ; Pharmacists/standards ; Pharmacists/trends ; Practice Guidelines as Topic/standards ; Professional Role ; Public Health/standards ; Public Health/trends
Keywords	covid19
Language	English
Publishing date	2020-04-10
Publishing country	United States
Document type	Journal Article ; Review
ZDB-ID	2192059-X
ISSN	1934-8150 ; 1551-7411
ISSN (online)	1934-8150
ISSN	1551-7411
DOI	10.1016/j.sapharm.2020.04.002
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Article ; Online: Role of pharmacists in the Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) crisis.

Pringle, Janice L / Cochran, Jerry / Aruru, Meghana

Research in social & administrative pharmacy : RSAP

2018 Volume 15, Issue 2, Page(s) 228–229

MeSH term(s)	Humans ; Opioid-Related Disorders/prevention & control ; Pharmacists ; Professional Role
Language	English
Publishing date	2018-11-10
Publishing country	United States
Document type	Letter
ZDB-ID	2192059-X
ISSN	1934-8150 ; 1551-7411
ISSN (online)	1934-8150
ISSN	1551-7411
DOI	10.1016/j.sapharm.2018.11.005
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Article ; Online: Emergency preparedness and response (EP&R) by pharmacy professionals in India: Lessons from the COVID-19 pandemic and the way forward.

Meghana, Aruru / Aparna, Yerramilli / Chandra, Sekar M / Sanjeev, Sharma

Research in social & administrative pharmacy : RSAP

2020 Volume 17, Issue 1, Page(s) 2018–2022

Abstract: The COVID-19 pandemic highlights the importance of Emergency Preparedness & Response (EP&R) education, training, capacity building and infrastructure development in India. During the pandemic, pharmacy professionals (PPs) in India have continued to ... ...

Abstract	The COVID-19 pandemic highlights the importance of Emergency Preparedness & Response (EP&R) education, training, capacity building and infrastructure development in India. During the pandemic, pharmacy professionals (PPs) in India have continued to provide medications, supplies and services. India's public-private healthcare system is complex and of variable quality. Lacunae in pharmacy education, training, and lack of resolution around pharmacist roles present challenges in providing health services to patients. Such lack of differentiation creates challenges around role specifications and appropriate placement of PPs in patient care and on EP&R task forces or representation at the policy level. This study aimed to gain rapid insights from PPs in India regarding their roles and preparedness for the COVID-19 pandemic. An online survey comprising 20 questions regarding EP&R and Operations management was developed using the Qualtrics® survey software and administered to a sample of PPs. Survey results indicate that PPs were actively involved in essential pharmacy services despite minimal EP&R training. Based on lessons learned during COVID-19, lacunae in knowledge, training and regulations were identified and recommendations are provided to broaden PP roles and enable them to be better prepared and actively engaged in EP&R for future emergencies.
MeSH term(s)	Adult ; COVID-19/epidemiology ; COVID-19/therapy ; Civil Defense/methods ; Civil Defense/trends ; Community Pharmacy Services/trends ; Female ; Humans ; India/epidemiology ; Male ; Middle Aged ; Pharmacists/trends ; Professional Role ; Public Health/methods ; Public Health/trends ; Surveys and Questionnaires ; Young Adult
Keywords	covid19
Language	English
Publishing date	2020-04-25
Publishing country	United States
Document type	Journal Article
ZDB-ID	2192059-X
ISSN	1934-8150 ; 1551-7411
ISSN (online)	1934-8150
ISSN	1551-7411
DOI	10.1016/j.sapharm.2020.04.028
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Article ; Online: Pharmacy Emergency Preparedness and Response (PEPR)

Aruru, Meghana / Truong, Hoai-An / Clark, Suzanne

Research in Social and Administrative Pharmacy ; ISSN 1551-7411

a proposed framework for expanding pharmacy professionals’ roles and contributions to emergency preparedness and response during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond

2020

Keywords	Pharmaceutical Science ; Pharmacy ; covid19
Language	English
Publisher	Elsevier BV
Publishing country	us
Document type	Article ; Online
DOI	10.1016/j.sapharm.2020.04.002
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Article ; Online: Emergency preparedness and response (EP&R) by pharmacy professionals in India

Meghana, Aruru / Aparna, Yerramilli / Chandra, Sekar M. / Sanjeev, Sharma

Research in Social and Administrative Pharmacy ; ISSN 1551-7411

Lessons from the COVID-19 pandemic and the way forward

2020

Keywords	Pharmaceutical Science ; Pharmacy ; covid19
Language	English
Publisher	Elsevier BV
Publishing country	us
Document type	Article ; Online
DOI	10.1016/j.sapharm.2020.04.028
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Article ; Online: Pharmacy Emergency Preparedness and Response (PEPR) framework for expanding pharmacy professionals’ roles and contributions to emergency preparedness and response during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond

Aruru, Meghana / Truong, Hoai-An / Clark, Suzanne

Research in Social and Administrative Pharmacy

Abstract: Abstract Background Pharmacists have long been involved in public health and emergency preparedness and response (EP&R), including through preventive measures such as screening, vaccinations, testing and pharmaceutical countermeasures, as well as ... ...

Abstract	Abstract Background Pharmacists have long been involved in public health and emergency preparedness and response (EP&R), including through preventive measures such as screening, vaccinations, testing and pharmaceutical countermeasures, as well as ensuring medication safety and access during natural disasters and pandemics. Pharmacy professionals are considered essential partners in response to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Community and hospital pharmacies are expanding services and hours to provide essential services, putting pharmacists and their co-workers at the frontlines for patient care and safety to improve public health. In addition, pharmacy professionals are increasingly integrating into global, national, state and local EP&R efforts, including into interprofessional teams, such as Medical Reserve Corps (MRCs). However, lacunae exist for further integration of pharmacists into public health and safety initiatives. There are increasing opportunities and recommendations that should be expanded upon to provide improved patient care and population health intervention, and to ensure healthcare worker and public health safety. Objective Develop a Pharmacy Emergency Preparedness and Response (PEPR) Framework and recommendations for pharmacy professional pathways towards full integration within public health EP&R efforts (such as the COVID-19 pandemic), and enhanced recognition of pharmacists’ skills, roles and contributions as integral members of the interprofessional healthcare team. Methods This paper draws on the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) 2003 Statement on the Role of Health-System Pharmacists in Emergency Preparedness and lessons learned from previous and current public health emergencies, such as the 2009 H1N1 pandemic and the current COVID-19 pandemic, to provide expanded guidance for pharmacists and pharmacy professionals across all practice settings in EP&R. The PEPR framework also incorporates information and recommendations from The Pharmacy Organizations’ Joint Policy Recommendations to Combat the COVID-19 Pandemic (March 2020), CDC-NIOSH, Health Departments and Emergency Preparedness guidance and resources, Boards of Pharmacy, and other pharmacy professional organizations and educational institutions. Results Based on the methods and resources utilized in developing this PEPR framework, five key focus areas were identified as follow: 1) Emergency preparedness and response 2) Operations management 3) Patient care and population health interventions 4) Public health pharmacy education and continuing professional education 5) Evaluation, research and dissemination for impact and outcomes Conclusion and Recommendations: Pharmacists and pharmacy professionals have been at the frontlines in responding to the COVID-19 pandemic. Yet, challenges remain, such as limited availability of personal protection equipment, high risk of infectious exposures inherent in healthcare professions, and legislative hurdles resulting in lack of provider status and related reimbursements. Recommendations to enhance pharmacy's scope as public health professionals involved in EP&R include targeted training and education on key framework areas and policymaking. Pharmacy professionals should further integrate with interdisciplinary public health teams. Additional research and dissemination on impacts and outcomes of EP&R can enhance recognition of pharmacy professionals' contribution and value during public health emergencies. The PEPR Framework can be utilized to develop, implement, evaluate, and disseminate results in order to strengthen existing efforts and to establish new initiatives in EP&R.
Keywords	covid19
Publisher	Elsevier
Document type	Article ; Online
DOI	10.1016/j.sapharm.2020.04.002
Database	COVID19

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Article: Pharmacy Emergency Preparedness and Response (PEPR): a proposed framework for expanding pharmacy professionals' roles and contributions to emergency preparedness and response during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond

Aruru, Meghana / Truong, Hoai-An / Clark, Suzanne

Res. soc. adm. pharm

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Pharmacists have long been involved in public health and emergency preparedness and response (EP&R), including through preventive measures such as screening, vaccinations, testing, medical and pharmaceutical countermeasures, as well as ... ...

Abstract	BACKGROUND: Pharmacists have long been involved in public health and emergency preparedness and response (EP&R), including through preventive measures such as screening, vaccinations, testing, medical and pharmaceutical countermeasures, as well as ensuring medication safety and access during natural disasters and pandemics. Pharmacy professionals are considered essential partners in response to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Community and hospital pharmacies are expanding services and hours to provide essential services, putting pharmacists and their co-workers at the frontlines for patient care and safety to improve public health. In addition, pharmacy professionals are increasingly integrating into global, national, state and local EP&R efforts, including into interprofessional teams, such as Medical Reserve Corps (MRCs). However, lacunae exist for further integration of pharmacists into public health and safety initiatives. There are increasing opportunities and recommendations that should be expanded upon to provide improved patient care and population health interventions, and to ensure healthcare worker and public health safety. OBJECTIVE: Develop a Pharmacy Emergency Preparedness and Response (PEPR) Framework and recommendations for pharmacy professional pathways towards full integration within public health EP&R efforts (such as the COVID-19 pandemic), and enhanced recognition of pharmacists' skills, roles and contributions as integral members of the interprofessional healthcare team. METHODS: This paper draws on the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) 2003 Statement on the Role of Health-System Pharmacists in Emergency Preparedness and lessons learned from previous and current public health emergencies, such as the 2009 H1N1 pandemic and the current COVID-19 pandemic, to provide expanded guidance for pharmacists and pharmacy professionals across all practice settings in EP&R. The proposed PEPR framework also incorporates information and recommendations from The Pharmacy Organizations' Joint Policy Recommendations to Combat the COVID-19 Pandemic (March 2020), CDC-NIOSH, International Pharmaceutical Federation (FIP) Guidance, health departments and emergency preparedness guidance and resources, Boards of Pharmacy, and other pharmacy professional organizations and educational institutions. RESULTS: Based on methods and resources utilized in developing this proposed PEPR Framework, five key focus areas were identified, as follows: CONCLUSION: Pharmacists and pharmacy professionals have been at the frontlines in responding to the COVID-19 pandemic. Yet, challenges remain, such as limited availability of personal protection equipment, high risk of infectious exposures inherent in healthcare professions, and legislative hurdles resulting in lack of provider status and related reimbursements. Recommendations to enhance pharmacy's scope as public health professionals involved in EP&R include targeted training and education on key framework areas and policymaking. Pharmacy professionals should further integrate with interdisciplinary public health teams. Additional research and dissemination on impacts and outcomes of EP&R can enhance recognition of pharmacy professionals' contribution and value during public health emergencies. The proposed PEPR Framework can be utilized to develop, implement, evaluate, and disseminate results in order to strengthen existing efforts and to establish new initiatives in EP&R.
Keywords	covid19
Publisher	WHO
Document type	Article
Note	WHO #Covidence: #32389631
Database	COVID19

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Article ; Online: Empowering Public Health Pharmacy Practice-Moving from Collaborative Practice Agreements to Provider Status in the U.S.

Cernasev, Alina / Aruru, Meghana / Clark, Suzanne / Patel, Komal / DiPietro Mager, Natalie / Subramaniam, Vaiyapuri / Truong, Hoai-An

Pharmacy (Basel, Switzerland)

2021 Volume 9, Issue 1

Abstract: This article describes the history and evolution of pharmacist-physician collaborative practice agreements (CPAs) in the United States with future directions to support pharmacists' provider status as the profession continues to evolve from product- ... ...

Abstract	This article describes the history and evolution of pharmacist-physician collaborative practice agreements (CPAs) in the United States with future directions to support pharmacists' provider status as the profession continues to evolve from product-oriented to patient-centered care and population health. The pharmacy profession has a long history of dispensing and compounding, with the addition of clinical roles in the late 20th century. These clinical roles have continued to expand into diverse arenas such as communicable and non-communicable diseases, antimicrobial stewardship, emergency preparedness and response, public health education and health promotion, and critical and emergency care. Pharmacists continue to serve as integral members of interprofessional and interdisciplinary healthcare teams. In this context, CPAs allow pharmacists to expand their roles in patient care and may be considered as a step towards securing provider status. Moving beyond CPAs to a provider status would enable pharmacists to be reimbursed for cognitive services and promote integrated public health delivery models.
Language	English
Publishing date	2021-03-09
Publishing country	Switzerland
Document type	Journal Article
ZDB-ID	2737194-3
ISSN	2226-4787 ; 2226-4787
ISSN (online)	2226-4787
ISSN	2226-4787
DOI	10.3390/pharmacy9010057
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Article: Assessment of medicare part d communications to beneficiaries.

Aruru, Meghana / Salmon, J Warren

American health & drug benefits

2014 Volume 3, Issue 5, Page(s) 310–317

Abstract: Background: Older Americans receive healthcare benefits through the federal Medicare program. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services provides comprehensive information to Medicare beneficiaries regarding benefits, plan options, and enrollment ... ...

Abstract	Background: Older Americans receive healthcare benefits through the federal Medicare program. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services provides comprehensive information to Medicare beneficiaries regarding benefits, plan options, and enrollment policies primarily through the annual Medicare & You handbook and the Medicare website. Few studies have assessed the overall readability and, therefore, the usefulness of this handbook for adequately educating beneficiaries. Healthcare communications written at higher levels than the readers' comprehension levels cannot be well understood. Objective: To measure the readability of the 2008 Medicare & You handbook provided to all Medicare beneficiaries. Method: For our analysis, the 2008 version of the Medicare & You handbook was downloaded from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services website. Passages of ≥250 words were saved individually in Windows Notepad as text files. Shorter passages (ie, <250 words) were combined with the next continuing passage. Each file was then uploaded into the Internet-based Lexile analyzer (the Lexile Framework for Reading). Figures, pictures, and tables were not included in the analysis. Results: Approximately 70% of analyzed passages were written at approximately the 5th- to 12th-grade levels (Lexile scores: 790L-1290L), whereas 30% of the passages were written at levels above grade 12 (Lexile scores: 1310L-1910L). Conclusion: Medicare beneficiaries who have less than a high-school level education may find the passages analyzed in this study difficult to read and comprehend as discussed, indicating the need for simplified communication. Our study provides recommendations to improve the handbook for better comprehension by beneficiaries.
Language	English
Publishing date	2014-07-14
Publishing country	United States
Document type	Journal Article
ZDB-ID	2853721-X
ISSN	1942-2970 ; 1942-2962
ISSN (online)	1942-2970
ISSN	1942-2962
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