Utah Pharmacy Association

10/20/2026

Happy National Pharmacy Technician Day! Pharmacy technicians are the backbone of every pharmacy team in Utah and across the country. They fill prescriptions, answer questions, give vaccines, and make sure patients leave with the right medication. Tag a pharmacy technician who makes a difference in your community and tell them thank you!

08/10/2026

We're looking for 10 pharmacist vaccinators from our state to join NASPA's Local Voices, Lasting Confidence Pharmacist Influencer Network.

✨ It only takes a few minutes each month to share what you're hearing from patients, the questions they're asking, and trends you're seeing in practice.

Your real-world insights will help shape national vaccine confidence resources and ensure pharmacists' voices are represented.

🔗 Learn more and sign up: https://naspa.us/vaccine-confidence-influencers/

08/05/2026

The Utah Pharmacy Association is looking for members who are passionate about advancing the profession and helping shape the future of pharmacy in Utah.

Whether you're an experienced pharmacist, a pharmacy technician, a student, or simply want to become more involved, serving on a UPhA committee is one of the best ways to make a difference, build relationships, and give back to the profession.

We're currently looking for volunteers for our:

📅 CE & Events Committee
🏛️ Legislative Committee
🤝 Membership Committee
🎓 Student Relations Committee

No matter how much time you have to give, your ideas and experience can make an impact.

👉 Interested?
Comment "I'm interested" below, send us a direct message, or email [email protected] to learn more.

Together, we can strengthen pharmacy and serve our members across Utah.

06/03/2026

The Call for Presenations for the 2026 UPhA Mid-Year Meeting is open! This fall event brings together pharmacy professionals and industry partners for a powerful exchange of knowledge, strategies, and resources, all while fostering a vibrant community. A full day of learning and networking, attendees gain actionable insights and innovative ideas to fuel both personal and professional growth in the coming year.

This is a great opportunity to showcase your expertise, share innovative ideas, and connect with leaders in the pharmacy community. By presenting, you’ll position yourself as a thought leader and contribute to shaping the future of our profession.

Please reach out to us if you are interested in presenting at Mid-Year 2026.

05/29/2026

📢 Calling all pharmacists!
One of our fellow UPhA members, Sheldon Birch, is seeking pharmacist coverage at his Tooele pharmacy next week, especially on Wednesday and Friday.
Sheldon is currently running for Utah House District 29 and needs time away from the pharmacy to meet with voters and campaign. He is happy to pay for coverage and is not asking for donated hours—he simply needs help.
If you're available to work all or part of any day, please reach out to Sheldon directly.
Let's support a fellow pharmacist who is stepping forward to serve our profession and community.

05/25/2026

05/22/2026

The House Ways and Means Committee approved the Main Street Pharmacy Access Act (previously ECAPS) with bipartisan support yesterday. This is the furthest this type of policy effort has advanced in over a decade—a historic moment for community pharmacy.

The bill would establish Medicare coverage for pharmacist-provided test and treat services.

Next step: The bill will go to the House Energy and Commerce Committee and then hopefully on to the full House of Representatives. Watch for opportunities to engage your representatives—we'll keep you posted as the timeline becomes clear.

Thank you to Rep. Blake Moore for his vote of support on this important item.

04/29/2026

Medical Board Wants AI Doctor Program 'Immediately Suspended'

Without proper oversight, patients could stay on subpar therapy for years, Utah board says

04/08/2026

Don't miss our Early Bird Registration cut off on Friday. Register early and bring a Friend for FREE. Register at www.UPhA.com

02/25/2026

It is with heavy hearts that we share the news that one of our current UPhA Board Members, and a Past President of UPhA, Shane Jensen recently passed away. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Jensen family and entire Family Plaza Pharmacy family at this time.

Shane was born on July 22nd, 1974 and passed away on February 19th, 2026 at the age of 51