Covid-19: A Novel Milestone
The month of May represents a huge milestone in healthcare. For the first time in over three years, the expiration date of the public health emergency declaration for COVID-19 has passed by without renewing! And, while I am not naïve enough to believe that COVID-19 is no longer a health issue for many, there is […]
Hepatitis Transmission & Immunization – What Pharmacy Professionals Need To Know
I don’t have a great fear of many viruses, but this one scares the living daylights out of me! I can’t think of another virus that can be infective seven days later. The fact that a blood spill can remain infective for 7 days, this virus has earned a great deal of respect from me! […]
Celebrating Black History – Influential African Americans In The Pharmacy
Despite facing significant obstacles in the form of systemic racism and discrimination, Black pioneers in the field of pharmacy have made invaluable contributions to the profession. These individuals paved the way for future generations of pharmacists and broke down barriers that had previously limited the opportunities available to Black Americans. By overcoming these challenges and […]
Women In The Pharmacy, Celebrating The Rich History of Excellence
Throughout history, women have faced numerous barriers advancing their careers. Yet today, women make up about 60% of the pharmacist and 79% of the pharmacy technician population in the United States. The field of pharmacy has provided a platform for women to make significant contributions and leave a lasting impact on both the pharmacy profession […]
Ultimate Guide for Pharmacists – Getting Licensed & Continuing Education in NJ
Have An Expiring New Jersey Pharmacist License & Need CE Fast? You’ve come to the right place. freeCE offers accredited CE that you can complete quickly and easily. If you still need live CE credits to renew your license, we air 10-16 webinars a week so you can pick the ones that fit your schedule. […]
Veterinary Medicine, How To Provide Better Outcomes for Veterinary Patients
With additional training specific to animal species to prevent errors and avoid toxicities, pharmacists can apply their existing understanding of disease pathophysiology and pharmacology to competently provide non-human care. Essentials of Veterinary Pharmacy Certificate Table of Contents The Role of the Veterinary Pharmacist Pharmacists are the only health care professionals legally allowed and expected by […]
A Broad Look at Childhood Immunizations: Haemophilus Influenzae Type-B & Tetanus
Pete Kreckel, microCE, 0.25 hours My sister Mary Kreckel Fritz is a registered nurse who graduated from Philipsburg State Hospital School of Nursing in 1980 has vast experience in the area of pediatrics. In regard to this topic, she had this to offer: “ We had several kids with epiglottitis, they were either intubated or […]
The impact of stress on the lives of pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and nurses
April is National Stress Awareness Month and we’re taking it as an opportunity to discuss the negative impact of stress and how pharmacy professionals can cope with it. Table of Contents Stress can significantly impact the lives of pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and nurses. These professionals work in high-pressure environments that require them to be constantly […]
Diabetes Education and Awareness For American Diabetes Alert Day, March 28, 2023
Diabetes education and awareness for American Diabetes Alert Day, March 28, 2023. THE PHARMACY PROFESSIONAL’S ROLE IN DIABETES MANAGEMENT The American Diabetes Alert Day brings on a moment of reflection of the role that healthcare professionals have in the treatment of diabetes. Pharmacists were always involved in dispensing diabetes-related medications and educating patients and […]
Defining a Community Pharmacy
Community pharmacy is a type of pharmacy that is typically located in a retail setting, such as a drugstore or grocery store. Community pharmacists work with patients to provide medication therapy management, counseling on the use of prescription and over-the-counter medications, and other health-related services. They also serve as a liaison between patients, physicians, insurance […]