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Yvette C. Terrie, BSPharm, RPh, is a consulting pharmacist and medical writer in Haymarket, Virginia.
Stopping the Symptoms of Cough, Cold,and Flu
When recommending OTC products for these common ailments, a careful patient assessment is an important first step.
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Hepatitis C: New Developments Give Millions Cause for Optimism
With an all-oral combination therapy and a hepatitis C vaccine on the horizon, pharmacists and patients will soon have new resources against this prevalent infection.
Alleviating Headache Pain
Headaches drive patients to the pharmacist's counter every day for help finding appropriate treatment.
Living with Urinary Incontinence
Pharmacists can recommend products and lifestyle modifications to help patients manage this uncomfortable and embarassing condition.
Understanding Anemia
Helping patients understand and identify anemia's underlying cause can promote adherence to treatment.
Managing and Preventing Supraventricular Tachycardia
The rapid heartbeat and other symptoms of supraventricular tachycardia can be extremely alarming, but the condition is typically not life-threatening
The Benefits of Low-Dose Aspirin
Patients with cardiovascular risks can take a proactive approach to their health by starting a low-dose aspirin regimen.
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Living with Multiple Sclerosis
This complicated central nervous system disorder has many types and varying symptoms, and new treatments are available to help.
Putting Insomnia to Rest
The cause and frequency of a patient's insomnia help pharmacists determins if OTC treatment is appropriate.
The Natural Way to Fight Colds
As hemopathic and alternative remidied for minimizing cold symptoms become more popular with patients, pharmacists should be fimilar with thier safety and efficacy.
Managing Skin Complications in Patients with Diabetes
Individuals with diabetes should not overlook preventive skin care as part of their diabetes management routine.
Topical Analgesics
First Aid for Minor Burns and Wounds
Managing Cold Sores
Smoking Cessation
Helping your patients find cost-effective ways to successfully quit smoking means understanding the nonprescription products currently on the market.
Boosting Nutritional Health
Getting the Right Amount of Calcium
Pharmacists can explain the different forms of calcium available and help patients choose the right supplement to meet their needs.
OTC Treatments for Allergies
Identifying allergy symptoms and their severity is a critical component in finding the right OTC treatment for patients with allergic rhinitis.
An Overview of Opioids
As the health care community renews its focus on safe opioids prescribing practices, pharmacists have a pivotal role to play in managing this critical therapy for chronic pain.
Treating Iron Deficiency
Iron deficiency anemia and its numerous symptoms can be easily treated with supplements.
Managing Premenstrual Syndrome
Pharmacists should help women with premenstrual syndrome to choose OTC treatment that targets their specific symptoms.
The Breast Cancer Screening Debate: A Matter of Life and Death
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Proper Contact Lens Care
Whether patients wear soft or hard lenses, they need help choosing appropriate products for cleaning and disinfection.
Protecting Summer Skin
Long-term damage from ultraviolet rays can be avoided when pharmacists recommend the use of sunscreen.
Protecting Your Skin: What Every Patient Needs to Know About Melanoma
If recognized early, even the deadliest skin cancer can be treated and cured. Pharmacists can help patients spot the warning signs.
Cardiovascular Disease Risk Associated With Diabetes
Keeping diabetes under control has many benefits, including cutting the risk for cardiovascular events such as coronary artery disease, myocardial infraction, and congestive heart failure.
Combating Contact Dermatitis
Topical OTC products can ease skin inflammation caused by exposure to allergens or irritants.