Simplify to Succeed: How Fixed-Dose Combination Therapies Improve Diabetes Adherence
Managing multiple comorbidities in type 2 diabetes often leads to complex medication regimens—and poor adherence. Fixed-dose combination (FDC) therapies offer a clinically sound solution by streamlining treatment without compromising efficacy. This blog explores how APRNs can use FDCs to reduce pill burden, improve glycemic outcomes, and enhance long-term adherence.
Special Considerations for Older Adults with Diabetes
Diabetes care isn’t one-size-fits-all — especially for older adults. From medication safety and drug interactions to independence and quality of life, managing diabetes at 75 looks very different than at 45. Here’s what makes diabetes care unique for older patients.
Packing More than Clothes: The Crucial Role of Travel Vaccinations
Planning an international trip? Don’t overlook the vaccines you and your patients may need before boarding the plane. From routine immunizations to destination-specific shots like yellow fever or typhoid, pharmacists play a key role in keeping travelers protected. Learn how to use the CDC’s Yellow Book to guide travel health consultations and safeguard both personal and public health.
GLP-1 Receptor Agonists: A Game-Changer for Type 2 Diabetes, Obesity, and Cardiometabolic Health
GLP-1 receptor agonists are changing how we manage more than just blood glucose. APRNs are using these therapies to support weight loss, reduce cardiovascular risk, and improve patient outcomes across the board.
GLP-1 Agonists: Exciting Tools with Real Challenges
GLP-1 receptor agonists like semaglutide and tirzepatide are changing the conversation around weight management and blood sugar control. But with their rise in popularity comes a new wave of patient challenges—from cost and access to side effects and misinformation. In this post, we dig into the real-world barriers patients face on GLP-1s and how clinicians can support them, based on a candid (and chaotic) dinner-table conversation that might sound a lot like your own.
Sun, Skin, and SPF: How to Outsmart UV Rays This Summer
Love the sun but not the sunburn? With skin cancer rates on the rise, protecting your skin is more important than ever. This post breaks down the types of UV rays, how to choose the right sunscreen, and smart ways to stay safe—without skipping the summer fun.
Metformin for Prediabetes: Real Healthcare Debates from the Kitchen Table
Explore the real-life conversation between a pharmacist and an APRN as they dive into the pros and cons of using metformin for pre-diabetes. A candid, kitchen-table debate about evidence, ethics, and everyday care.
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 […]