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Improving Medication Reconciliation Accuracy in a Primary Care PracticeAccurate medication reconciliations are critical for ensuring safe patient outcomes, and a correct medication list can help prevent drug-drug interactions, contraindications, and duplicate therapies.
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Half of Pharmacy Technicians Feel Fulfilled in Their Current RoleThe Connecticut Society of Health-System Pharmacists Technician Committee survey explores the perception of career growth opportunities and challenges.
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Impact of Pharmacists on Polypharmacy in the Elderly PopulationAside from the clinically significant risks associated with polypharmacy, an increased pill burden can be unaffordable and difficult to manage.
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When Using Social Media, Always Consider Professionalism FirstSocial media can be an excellent tool to provide education and build your own brand, but professionalism and appropriateness are paramount.
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Understand the Effects of Topical Nasal Decongestants on Blood PressureBecause decongestants act by constricting blood vessels, their use can be problematic in individuals who have hypertension.
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Pharmacy-Led Enhanced Patient Education in the Emergency DepartmentIn this retrospective study, investigators evaluated a pharmacy-led initiative in the emergency department (ED), finding a potential reduction in ED revisits and hospital readmissions, though results were not statistically significant.
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Evaluating Options for Respiratory Syncytial Virus ProphylaxisCurbing RSV and its complications can reduce health care costs associated with its treatment.
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Looking Toward the Future of CDI ManagementClosing out their discussion on Clostridioides difficile infection, panelists share closing thoughts on novel pipeline therapies.
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Clinical Overview: Updates in Pharmacologic Options for the Treatment of Schizophrenia, Bipolar DisorderThe ease of administration with new agents for schizophrenia via an injection is advantageous because this patient population is commonly agitated and difficult to administer oral medications to.
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Oncology Overview: Treatment of Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia with Ibrutinib, VenetoclaxBoth ibrutinib (Imbruvica) and venetoclax (Venclexta) carry an approved indication for use in chronic lymphocytic leukemia but do not often lead to complete remission, and therapy routinely continues indefinitely or until disease progression.
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New Tool Helps Providers Navigate Adalimumab BiosimilarsThe tool consolidates and highlights key features that would be considered when choosing a biosimilar adalimumab.
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Clearing the Air: The Influence of Vaping on Smoking CessationPharmacists can help address nicotine addiction by recommending FDA-approved smoking cessation methods and educating on the risks associated with electronic cigarette use.
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Preparing for Success: Tips on How to Excel on Your IPPE RotationsFive tips to keep in mind before you begin your IPPEs.
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Staff Pharmacists Discuss Updated Carboplatin Drug Shortage Mitigation Strategies at the University of Illinois at Chicago Oncology Clinic PharmacyAfter carboplatin joined the growing list of drug shortages, staff pharmacists acted to minimize the impact on patients.
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Interactive Case Studies- February 2023Cases discuss patients with medication allergies and drug interactions.
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Our Shot to Stop the Pandemic: A Student's PerspectivePharmacists can advocate for teen vaccination by providing informational sessions at local high schools as well as through social media platforms.
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Clinical Outcomes of Oral Anticancer Regimens in NSCLC Patients Managed in an Integrated Health-System Specialty Pharmacy ProgramPharmacist interactions provide significant benefits for patients with non-small cell lung cancer treated with oral oncolytics.
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Exploring the Benefits, Risks, and Clinical Implications of Herbal SupplementsExamining the clinical applications, effectiveness, safety, and regulation of herbal supplements with a focus on the role of pharmacists.
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Tip of the Week: Staying Ahead of Change to Maintain a Healthy Work EnvironmentThere are a number of ways in which job design and working conditions can be improved in the community pharmacy setting, either on the store level or on an organization-wide basis.
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The Blood Detective: Tackling Medication-Induced Hematological DisordersThese disorders can be fatal, making pharmacists’ role in detection crucial.
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Integrating Pharmacists Into Care Teams Is CrucialTapping their specific skill sets and training can help serve patients more effectively, although challenges exist.
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The Impact of Xylazine on Overdose ResponsePharmacists and health care providers should be familiar with the management of xylazine overdose and withdrawal.
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Business Solutions Drive Meaningful Results for PharmaciesAs pharmacists provide more health care services, opportunities arise for more sophisticated patient engagement and billing solutions that drive patient satisfaction and increased loyalty.
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Temelimab: A Novel Disease-Modifying Agent for Diabetes ManagementTemelimab is a recombinant humanized IgG4 monoclonal antibody that blocks the HERV-W protein, which is associated with the pathology of autoimmune disorders, such as multiple sclerosis and type 1 diabetes.
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Additional Considerations With PBC TherapiesPanelists discuss how recent FDA regulatory actions regarding obeticholic acid have raised concerns about its long-term safety profile and accessibility, leading health care teams to develop strategies for supporting patients through treatment transitions while navigating insurance coverage and access challenges for newer primary biliary cholangitis (PBC) therapies.
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Despite Demonstrated Efficacy, The Future of Antiobesity Medications Depends Largely On SupplyPricing is also a key issue, as many insurance plans do not cover these medications’ use for obesity.
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Celebrating Unique Pharmacist Career Paths That Drive InnovationOn the heels of Women Pharmacist Day on October 12, we highlight 3 female pharmacists who have followed unique career paths that help to drive innovation and change in the industry, beyond the retail pharmacy setting.
