This program provides a summary of steps taken in each state to provide legal authority for pharmacists to effectively serve the public in their efforts to meet the challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic. Significant modifications in pharmacy law from each state are listed. References are provided for further exploration of emergency legal provisions affecting pharmacy practice. This program provides examples of ways in which state governments can move quickly to respond to a health care crisis and remove restrictions to permit practices by pharmacists that are necessary to protect the public health.
COVID-19: Navigating the Unchartered Pandemic WatersHome Study for Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technicians, and Nurses
Worth 1 Contact Hour
This presentation will briefly discuss the background and epidemiology of the virus, including its virulence and risk to public health. Additionally, therapeutic options, including supportive care and potential agents will be discussed. Lastly, the presentation will discuss various roles that pharmacy personnel can play in education, patient care, and global health.

COVID-19 (Coronavirus): A Broad Overview of the New Virus in TownFree Home Study for Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technicians, and Nurses
Worth 1 Contact Hour
Since December 2019 one story has been on everyone’s mind that affects virtually every sector of society—coronavirus. You can’t go to your social media account, open your local newspaper or turn on your television without seeing a story about this pathogen. This nasty little virus has greatly impacted social gatherings, hospitals, basketball games, our workplaces, and the stock market. Professor Pete Kreckel who is in the trenches at a family practice office, at a community pharmacy and lecturing to Physician Assistant students will provide a general overview of the precautions, symptomatology, and management of this novel virus.
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