Press Releases
Below you will find releases speaking on the latest HOPA news and developments in the field of hematology/oncology pharmacy.
HOPA to Present BCOP CEs at AVAHO's Annual Meeting
August 4, 2025 - The Hematology/Oncology Pharmacy Association (HOPA) is proud to provide continuing education credits for board certified oncology pharmacists at the Association of VA Hematology Oncology (AVAHO) 2025 Annual Meeting. Click here to read more
Together We Can Save Cancer Research - and Lives
May 27, 2025 - In the past two decades, extraordinary progress has been made in the fight against cancer. However, with Congress determined to reduce federal spending, entire cancer research, prevention, and surveillance programs are on the verge of elimination. But we can prevent these devastating cuts. Click here to read more
HOPA Annual Conference 2025 Reaches New Heights in Portland, Sets Attendance Record
May 12, 2025 - HOPA 2025 drew 1,702 registrants to Portland, Oregon this spring, surpassing its previous record. Click here to read more
HOPA President Combines People-First Approach with Oncology Pharmacy Expertise
April 11, 2025 - HOPA officially welcomed Dr. Robert Mancini as its President at its annual conference in Portland, Oregon on April 11, 2025. Click here to read more
HOPA, Bone Marrow & Cancer Foundation, and Walgreens Specialty Unite to Provide Oncology Pharmacy Education
February 7, 2025 - The Hematology/Oncology Pharmacy Association (HOPA), the Bone Marrow & Cancer Foundation (BMCF), and Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy have partnered on digital tools and outreach to support patients who are navigating the complexities of cancer treatment. Click here to read more
HOPA and CMRignite Launch "Time to Talk Diversity in Clinical Trials" Campaign
November 4, 2024 - The Hematology/Oncology Pharmacy Association (HOPA) and CMRignite have collaborated on "Time to Talk Diversity in Clinical Trials," a campaign to address the critical need for increased diversity in cancer clinical research and ensure that all patient populations are adequately represented. Click here to read more
Pharmacists & Patients Lend Their Voices to Virtual Hill Day
May 7, 2024 - During its first of two visits to Capitol Hill this year, HOPA's advocacy team hosted Virtual Hill Day on May 7, 2024. HOPA members, patient advisory panelists, and staff participated in Zoom meetings with the offices of 80 elected officials from a total of 31 states. Click here to read more
HOPA President Committed to Direct Patient Care, Especially for Veterans with Cancer
April 15, 2024 - Jolynn Sessions, PharmD, BCOP, CPP, FHOPA was installed as President of the Hematology/Oncology Pharmacy Association (HOPA) on April 5, 2024, during the association’s annual conference in Tampa, Florida. Click here to read more
HOPA and Cancer Support Community Bring Together Patient and Pharmacist Points of View
February 14, 2024 - The Hematology/Oncology Pharmacy Association (HOPA) has partnered with Cancer Support Community (CSC) for a live video interview with an oncology pharmacist and cancer patient. The video interview will show the perspective of both the patient and pharmacist involved in cancer treatment and will highlight the role of oncology pharmacy. Click here to read more
HOPA Supports Pharmacists, Hopes for Workplace Conditions That Optimize Patient Care
October 25, 2023 - In our chosen profession, patients come first. For care to be optimized, work environments need to be safe and supportive. We believe this is possible through productive discussions held in good faith between a workforce and its employers, to reach a fair and much-needed resolution to the grievances of America’s pharmacists. Click here to read more
HOPA Partners with Pharmacy Quality Alliance to Improve Cancer Care Quality
August 23, 2023 - Three HOPA members were among the 23 national experts and patients convened by Pharmacy Quality Alliance (PQA) to improve the quality of care for individuals using oral anticancer medications. Click here to read more
Professional Cancer Associations Collaborate to Improve Treatment of Anemia in Adult Patients with Myelodysplastic Syndromes
June 26, 2023 - The Hematology/Oncology Pharmacy Association (HOPA), the Advanced Practitioners Society for Hematology and Oncology (APSHO), and the Association of Community Cancer Centers (ACCC) are proud to announce a collaborative effort to identify and address practice gaps in the treatment of anemia in adults with myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS). Click here to read more
Oncology Experts Join Together to Provide Best Possible Care for Adolescents and Young Adults with Cancer
May 23, 2023 - The Hematology/Oncology Pharmacy Association (HOPA) has partnered with Stupid Cancer, the leader in young adult cancer advocacy, research, and support, to develop tools for healthcare providers who serve the adolescent and young adult (AYA) patient community. Click here to read more
The Role of the Pharmacist After Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization Ruling
July 6, 2022 - Our role in confronting this reproductive health crisis is to advocate for hematology/oncology pharmacy professionals and cancer patients. The Oath of a Pharmacist places on us the responsibility to advocate for change that improves patient care, and to consider the welfare of humanity and relief of suffering as primary concerns. Click here to read more
HOPA President Brings Expertise and Unique Perspective to Hematology/Oncology Pharmacy Practice
April 1, 2022 - Heidi D. Finnes, PharmD, BCOP, FHOPA became President of the Hematology/ Oncology Pharmacy Association (HOPA) on April 1, 2022 at the association’s annual conference in Boston, Massachusetts. Click here to read more
Leading Oncology Healthcare Providers Release Online IV Cancer Treatment Education Sheets
September 3, 2021 - The Hematology/Oncology Pharmacy Association (HOPA) collaborated with National Community Oncology Dispensing Association, Inc. (NCODA), Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) and Association of Community Cancer Centers (ACCC) to launch a new Intravenous Cancer Treatment Education (IVE) website, ivcanceredsheets.com. Click here to read more
HOPA Calls for Appointment of Pharmacy Professionals to Federal COVID-19 Health Equity Task Force
February 17, 2021 - The Hematology/Oncology Pharmacy Association (HOPA) has joined with 13 other pharmacy organizations to call on the White House to ensure pharmacy professionals are represented in the administration’s newly appointed COVID-19 Health Equity Task Force. Click here to read more
5 Guiding Principles of COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution and Administration
December 10, 2020 - Today the Hematology/Oncology Pharmacy Association (HOPA) released a statement on the distribution and administration of the COVID-19 vaccine. Click here to read more
HOPA Launches Core Competency Oncology Pharmacy Program
June 17, 2020 - The Hematology/Oncology Pharmacy Association (HOPA), an organization that provides education, networking, cutting-edge resources, advocacy and advancement opportunities to the pharmacist community, launched the Core Competency Program. Click here to read more
Journal of Hematology Oncology Pharmacy Named Official Publication of the Hematology/Oncology Pharmacy Association
March 16, 2020 - The Lynx Group, a global strategic alliance of medical communications and education companies, is pleased to announce that its Journal of Hematology Oncology Pharmacy™ (JHOP) has been named the official publication of the Hematology/Oncology Pharmacy Association (HOPA). Click here to read more
Our Oral Cancer Collaborative Helps Hematology/Oncology Pharmacists Stay up to Date on Oral Anticancer Agents
March 21, 2017 - The Hematology/Oncology Pharmacy Association (HOPA) today announced the launch of the Time to Talk CINV™ toolkit, which is comprised of resources for patients with cancer going through chemotherapy and their healthcare providers. Click here to read more
