PAWNY - Pharmacists Association of WNY

06/16/2026

🚨Update: New CE Date (July 23rd)

Register today for our upcoming live continuing education webinar and earn 2.0 CE credits on July 23, 2026, from 6:30–8:30 PM EST.

Beyond the Black Box: The Clinical Art of Bioidentical Hormones will explore the differences between conventional hormone therapy and compounded bioidentical hormone therapy (cBHT), review the clinical evidence surrounding hormone replacement therapy, and discuss individualized treatment strategies for managing perimenopausal and menopausal symptoms.

Date: Thursday, July 23, 2026
Time: 6:30–8:30 PM EST
Location: Live Webinar via Zoom
Credits: 2.0 Credit Hours
Speaker: Sara Hoover, RPh, PCCA

See the flyer to learn more about learning objectives and program details.
Register today at: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/live-webinar-ce-20-credits-beyond-the-black-box-the-clinical-art-of-bioidentical-hormones

06/12/2026

This spring, UB pharmacy students made a significant impact through pharmacy advocacy and community engagement. We are excited to share some of the events that UB SPAWNY led and participated in!

1. On April 21, more than 30 UB pharmacy students traveled to Albany to meet with legislators and advocate for legislation that advances patient care and supports the sustainability of pharmacy practice. Students discussed several key bills, including legislation that would authorize pharmacists to perform CLIA-waived point-of-care testing for common illnesses such as RSV, allow pharmacists to prescribe medications following positive test results, and establish fair reimbursement practices for pharmacies through the Pharmacy Access and Patient Protection Act (PAPA). Through these conversations, students highlighted the vital role of pharmacists in improving patient access to care and shared firsthand experiences from their patient care activities. Students met with several legislators, including Senator Rob Ortt, Senator Stephen Chan, Senator Toby Ann Stavisky, Senator Mario Mattera, Assemblymember Sam Berger, Assemblymember Michael Cashman, and Assemblymember James Skoufis.

2. On April 25, UB SPAWNY partnered with Kaleida Health to support the annual DEA Drug Take Back Day event. Together, students and healthcare professionals helped nearly 100 community members safely dispose of expired or unused medications. Pharmacy students educated participants on proper medication disposal, worked alongside DEA agents to collect medications, and provided information about health resources. Through this event, students helped promote medication safety, reduce the risk of medication misuse and diversion, and support the well-being of the local community.

06/05/2026

INCREDIBLE NEWS!! This is what our organization in part exists for. Thank you everyone who made calls today.

06/03/2026

PSSNY has a VoterVoice campaign available so you can take action today and urge your Assemblymember to make PAPA a priority before the Legislature adjourns this week.

Follow this link: https://www.votervoice.net/PSSNY/Campaigns/137795/Respond

The legislative session is rapidly coming to a close, and New York's pharmacies need your help.

The Patient Access to Pharmacy Act (PAPA) (A5882) is a critical piece of legislation that would help address below-cost pharmacy reimbursement practices that are driving pharmacy closures across New York State.

Pharmacies are closing at an alarming rate, leaving patients without access to essential medications, vaccinations, counseling, and other healthcare services. Pharmacists are often the most accessible healthcare providers in their communities, particularly in rural and underserved areas.

PAPA has overwhelming bipartisan support and is a top priority for pharmacists, patients, and communities across New York.

Please take two minutes and fill out the VoterVoice to show your support!

05/18/2026

Urgent 🚨 last minute call to rally in Albany Wednesday, May 27th to get the Patient Access to Pharmacy Act (PAPA) passed! Are you free? Can you be there? Please sign up here and share with all your colleagues!!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeMDVWfrjlhG75H6Qrjd4Sn2lMkWt6geph_HV2hQKSVZgLjWg/viewform

05/02/2026

More information about the PSSNY Convention here!

04/30/2026

The Annual PSSNY Convention is coming soon, June 11-14, 2026! There will be many exciting activities over the weekend - learn more here!

Join pharmacy professionals from across New York for the premier event of the year—the PSSNY Annual Convention. This is your opportunity to connect, learn, and lead as we shape the future of pharmacy together.