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Coagulation Counseling
Avoiding Antimicrobial Misuse: Delaying the Postantibiotic Era
Appropriate antimicrobial use is critical because almost 70% of bacterial infections resulting in death are resistant to at least one antimicrobial.
Commentary: Specialty Pharmacy Focus on Evidence-Based Medicine Improves Patient Outcomes and Manages Health Care Costs
OTC Product News
Urinary Tract Infections
UTIs are one of the most common medical complaints of women; various OTC products for pain relief and UTI detection are available.
Can You Read These Rxs?
Treating Insomnia
Approximately 75% of Americans report at least one symptom associated with insomnia throughout the year.
Case Studies
Pharmacist Expert Adviser
Women with Hypertension Face Unique Challenges
Arthritis Watch
Women's Health Watch
Diabetes Watch
Asthma Watch
Cholesterol Watch
Changes to MTM Requirement Needed
Pharmacy Technology News
From the Publisher: The Pharmacist's Role in Patient Care
Outlook: Obesity Epidemic
News Capsules
The Greatest Profession
Touted by U.S. News & World Report as a top career for 2009, pharmacy offers unique opportunities for growth and professional fulfillment.
Drug Diversion and Abuse: Identifying Legitimate Patients Revisited
Due to an overwhelming response from the December 2008 article on the same topic, we are providing an update on the subject of identifying legitimate patients.
Pharmacy Law: Pharmacist Alleges Age Discrimination in Hiring
If a pharmacist feels he was passed over for a job because of age, does the pharmacist have a legal argument for age discrimination?
Advancing the Profession of Pharmacy: Wood Earns RESPy Award
This month's RESPy Award winner, Lindy Wood, has proven her commitment to the community, advancing the pharmacy profession and excelling academically.
Turning that Great Idea into a Thriving Business
Do you have an entrepreneurial idea that could be commercialized? This article describes steps to take to develop your business plan.
The Showroom Floor: Front-End Retail Strategies for Today's Economic Climate
In today's economy, pharmacies must consider growth strategies and avenues to drive traffic into their stores and increase revenues.
February Health Systems Product News
Relieving Menopausal Symptoms with Black Cohosh and Soy
Many women are turning to dietary supplements for relief of menopausal symptoms, and pharmacists are in a prime position to advise them on their appropriate use.
2-Minute Consultation: Fatigue as a Side Effect
Clinicians should recognize the signs and symptoms of fatigue and the role of medications in triggering it.
Promoting Drugs for Unapproved Uses
The use of drugs for unapproved indications is frequently discussed and sometimes causes great angst in hospitals and health systems.
Generic—and Biogeneric—Medicines Set to Play Important Role in Health Care