Herbal Approaches to Alcohol Dependence: Evidence and Risks
December 7th 2016Patients occasionally approach pharmacists inquiring about OTC supplements to help reduce alcohol dependence. Pharmacists should be aware of some commonly used supplements, what is known about them, and the risks associated with using these supplements.
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How Much Can a Masters Degree Enhance Your Career
December 7th 2016Many students and colleagues have asked for my thoughts on pursuing education after pharmacy school. Although the simple answer can be ?Education never hurts,? graduate school is expensive?very expensive. And with the lack of substantial and reliable data coming from schools on how well their students perform financially after graduating, it can be nearly impossible to figure out whether taking out thousands of dollars in loans or depleting your life savings will pay dividends in the long run. To state the obvious (or at least the important), a larger salary doesn?t always translate to more happiness or greater satisfaction with one?s career, though these are major reasons that individuals do pursue graduate degrees.
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Is Ecstasy Becoming a Legitimate Medical Treatment?
December 6th 2016A recent report in the New York Times highlights New Trials for Ecstasy as Relief for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Patients. The Internet is now buzzing with chatter about how methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA; also known as ecstasy) could become legal in the coming years.
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