Insights Newsletter March 2026: Emerging Trends for Clinical Leadership

This month’s Insights Newsletter covers the latest practice-changing pharmacy updates, emerging trends, and popular natural medicine topics and resources. 

PTU 2026 Enhancements Are Now Live!   

Pharmacy Technicians University (PTU) has been enhanced to better support certification readiness, improve completion rates, and streamline training for pharmacy teams. These updates build on strong outcomes—in 2025, PTU learners achieved an 81% first-time certification pass rate, 17% above the national average.  

New updates include:  

• Three PTCE practice exams aligned to the 2026 PTCB exam outline, 1,500+ rewritten assessment questions with detailed answer explanations  
• Shorter course segments to improve learner progression and completion  
• Improved platform navigation and a new centralized resource hub (coming soon)  
• Flexible learning formats, including expanded video and podcast options  

All enhancements are now live and included in PTU and the Technician Learning & Practice Suite. View the full change log or contact your Client Success Manager to learn more.

Help Navigate the Discontinuation of Humulin R U-500 Vials 

Clinicians should be prepared to help patients switch to an alternative, now that vials of Humulin R U-500 insulin are being discontinued. Our article gives guidance to make the transition smooth for patients and staff. We also give advice on ways to limit errors with this high-alert med and how to educate patients. Read More

Community Pharmacies: Avoid Common Blood Pressure Measurement Errors 

Blood pressure is often measured incorrectly, leading to over- or undertreatment of hypertension. Our article reviews which measurement devices are most likely to give an accurate reading, and how to educate about appropriate cuff placement. We also give guidance about factors that can lead to inaccurate readings and how to address them. Read More

Hospitals: Clear Up Confusion About Midline IV Catheters  

Questions are common about whether midline IV catheters are peripheral or central lines, or if they fall somewhere in between. Our article discusses how these catheters compare to usual peripheral lines and PICC lines and explain why they’re used. We also review when midline IVs are appropriate, when they should be avoided, and what to recommend for line care. Read More

Natural Medicines: What Really Works for Aging Skin

New antiaging treatments, like topical bee venom and salmon sperm facials are trending. The science behind these is limited – but interest in this area only continues to grow.Our NatMed articlereviews data on vitamin A, glycolic acid, DHEA, and bee venom. We recommend leaning toward topical vitamin A or glycolic acid first if patients are interested in trying natural antiaging products – they have stronger clinical support than most other ingredients. Read More

Pharmacy & Prescriber Podcasts

Medication Talk

Listen to this month’s podcast episode, Putting Antimicrobial Stewardship Into Practice, as our expert panel reviews important concepts behind antimicrobial stewardship along with tips to help limit unnecessary antimicrobial use.

Rumor vs Truth

Listen to the latest episode, Hair Loss Treatments, as our editors explore popular claims about hair loss treatments, separating misleading myths from evidence-based facts. 

Clinical Capsules

Listen to our latest episode, Treating Dry Eye Disease: A Look at Today’s Medications, as TRC Healthcare Assistant Editor and Clinical Pharmacist Gina Corley, breaks down dry eye disease, what causes it, and some of the available treatment options. She discusses everything from artificial tears to newer prescription drugs, where they fit into practice, and practical counseling tips for patients.

New Blog! Compounding Chronicles

Design Now or Pay Later — Locked in Cleanroom

By Adam West, Course and Curriculum Manager at CriticalPoint.

Decisions about cleanroom airflow design often become permanent long before facilities understand how the space will truly perform. By the time airflow visualization testing is conducted, the room is already built and operational, and it is difficult to modify. This leads to facilities managing the consequences of inefficient airflow patterns. This month’s Compounding Chronicle explores why early design planning is critical and how pressure relationships and airflow behavior can create unintended contamination challenges. Read Blog