TODAY'S HEADLINES
However, there is some more positive news forecast for hospital pharmacists and pharmacy technicians. Pharmacists will be more involved in medication adherence and patient care teams, and pharmacy residents and students will play a greater role in patient care services. » More
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High-dose inactivated influenza vaccinations during 2012-2013 flu season were more effective than standard-dose inactivated flu shots in patients 65 years and older, and helped in the prevention of influenza-associated hospitalizations.
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EDITOR'S CHOICE
Pharmacists must understand the biologic rationale for the various treatment regimens prescribed for psoriasis, as well as the efficacy and safety profiles of each treatment, so that they can appropriately advise patients about their course of therapy. Factors that affect patient adherence also enter into the treatment decision, as these may affect treatment outcomes. » More
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Continuing Education
This month and next month pharmacists will be able to learn about the latest developments in diabetes treatment and management. Pharmacists can earn up to 4 hours of CPE credit with two monthly knowledge-based activities from the University of Connecticut School of Pharmacy and Drug Topics. The goal of this month's activity is to discuss new and emerging medications for the treatment of diabetes.
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Announcement: Our CE activities have moved to a new learning management system to better serve you. The login to the Online CE Center is https://web2.uconn.edu/pharmacyce/login.php. All current user registration information has been uploaded for your convenience. Current users do not need to register. To review your registration page to ensure the data is up to date or to register, go to https://web2.uconn.edu/pharmacyce/program_register.php. For a full list of courses, go to http://pharmacy.uconn.edu/academics/ce/drug-topics-and-uconn-ce/
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Announcement: Drug Topics has run a lot of great stories since we launched the series "Pathways through Pharmacy" several months ago. Now we're asking for more! Our purpose is to present your stories: how you came to pharmacy, how your path unfolded, and where it has led you. We hope to show the many choices that show up when minds are open, as well as some of the many pathways that can lead to satisfaction and a happy life. Here's your chance to share what you have learned through your life in pharmacy! Send your contributions to [email protected] today.
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