2-minute Consultation: Wasting Away: The Dangers of Unintentional Weight Loss
June 1st 2008Patients and caregivers often mistakenly believe that unintentional weight loss is a normal part of aging; pharmacists' counseling must emphasize the seriousness of this condition.
Editor's Note: Aligning the Practice Community and Academia
June 1st 2008As preceptors, practitioners have the opportunity to model the shape of the profession's future; however, several items are threatening this historical practice—how can we reverse this trend?
Bisphosphonates' Growing Role in Breast Cancer
June 1st 2008Intravenous bisphosphonates, often used to treat metastases and bone pain in breast cancer patients, are now being used by clinicians for osteoporosis in these patients—pharmacists need to recommend appropriate screening and treatment.