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Counseling patients with eczema
You can recommend lifestyle changes, OTC medications, and review the proper use and safety of prescription drugs
Nov. 7, 2024
How to help patients manage cholesterol
Pharmacist intervention has been shown to improve LDL-C, HDL-C, and total cholesterol levels
Oct. 24, 2024
Celebrating National Pharmacist Month
It’s a great time to recognize your pharmacy staff or plan special health events
Oct. 1, 2024
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Counseling patients with eczema
You can recommend lifestyle changes, OTC medications, and review the proper use and safety of prescription drugs
Nov. 7, 2024
How to help patients manage cholesterol
Pharmacist intervention has been shown to improve LDL-C, HDL-C, and total cholesterol levels
Oct. 24, 2024
Celebrating National Pharmacist Month
It’s a great time to recognize your pharmacy staff or plan special health events
Oct. 1, 2024
Oscillococcinum for flu
This supplement is said to improve flu symptoms within 48 hours
Sep. 19, 2024
Teaching patients about cold meds
With respiratory illnesses come questions about how to treat them. You can teach patients about their options.
Sep. 5, 2024
Advising patients on OTC acne care
Six common skincare options can help people with acne—no prescription needed
Aug. 22, 2024
How to help during medication shortages
As frontline providers, pharmacists play a key role in mitigating the impact of drug shortages
Aug. 8, 2024
How AI can help pharmacists
Services like ChatGPT can help improve patient safety, assist with medication therapy management, and more
Jul. 17, 2024
How to counsel caregivers on kids' medication
Pharmacists can help reduce dosing errors when parents pick up medication for children
Jul. 3, 2024
8 off-label SSRI uses
These antidepressants might be prescribed to patients with migraines, irritable bowel syndrome, and more
Jun. 20, 2024
How to help patients with menstrual pain
80% of women experience dysmenorrhea. These treatments can provide relief.
Jun. 6, 2024