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Jenny Quach, PharmD Student Class of 2021

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COVID-19 Has Devastating Effects for Patients Suffering From COPD

While the prevalence of COVID-19 in patients with COPD is relatively low, those who are infected with the virus experience more severe symptoms than those without COPD.


Ellen Guritzky, MSJ, RDH, AHFI, CHC, FADHA

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Dry Mouth: Its Etiology, Symptoms, and Strategies for Management

Pharmacists with a deeper knowledge of xerostomia are ideally positioned to help educate patients with dry mouth on making informed self-care decisions for effective symptom management and improved quality of life.


Jazmyne Jackson, PharmD Candidate 2023

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For the First Time Ever, CDC Makes Specific Recommendations on Flu Vaccines for Geriatric Patients

CDC makes groundbreaking shift by providing influenza vaccination recommendations for the geriatric population.


Leanne Varga

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August 2021 Interactive Case Studies

How would you answer these patients' questions?


Zahra Mehrabi, PharmD Candidate

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Pharmacy Students Experience Compounded Mental Health Stigmas

Some classes and curricula can contribute to preexisting stigmas about drugs and treatments for mental health.


Kholoud Khalaf, PharmD, CSP

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Guidelines for Medication Disposal: Take Back Day

Those looking to dispense medications should consult the individual guidelines for their local Take Back Bin.


Chengyuan Li

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Unlocking PROTACs’ Potential: Overcoming Development Challenges

Proteolysis-targeting chimeras hold enormous potential, but also present significant challenges to drug developers.


Pavlos Pavlidis

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Specialty Drug Dispensing: Flexibility Is the Key to Success During A Crisis

The pandemic taught the pharmacy to provide a deeper level of personalized care and communication than in the past.


Sally Ko, PharmD

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The Role of Pharmacists in HIV Care Continues to Expand

Pharmacists play a vital role in HIV care by addressing social determinants of health, managing complex HIV medication regimens, and providing comprehensive patient counseling.


Jennifer Bofah, PharmD, RPh

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Best PrEP Practices for People at High Risk for HIV

Collaborative efforts between patients, physicians, pharmacists, and other essential personnel can further promote the effectiveness of PrEP regimens.


Jaclyn M. Jaskowiak, PharmD, BCPS, BCSCP

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Pharmacy Technicians as Non-Pharmacist Preceptors for a Sterile Compounding Rotation

Recognizing pharmacy technicians as non-pharmacist preceptors can provide an opportunity for professional development while encouraging technicians to practice at the top of their education and training activities.


Peter Kim, PharmD, RPh

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Exxua: A Lengthy Approval Under a Regulatory Lens

The story of gepirone may spark new conversations for industry standards on drug development to facilitate future innovations.


Ibrahim Khandakar, MSc

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The Role of Site Management Organizations in Clinical Trial Management

SMOs offer a range of services, including site selection, patient recruitment, data management, regulatory compliance, and quality assurance.


Jeff Bruni

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The Role of Tirofiban for Acute Coronary Syndrome Remains Unclear

The RESCUE BT2 trial sheds further light on the agent’s potential.


Paulida Tes

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Latest Developments in mRNA Technology for Vaccines: Moving Beyond COVID-19

Due to the success of mRNA technology with COVID-19, there has been a significant increase in research looking into utilizing mRNA technology, and more specifically, how it can help to advance vaccine development.


Katherine Kim, PharmD Candidate

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Updated Guidelines for Managing Clostridioides Difficile Infection in Adults

A diagnosis of Clostridioides difficile infection does not instantly require treatment, but new guidelines include recommendations for treatment when warranted.


Jordan Krumanocker, PharmD, CPP, BCACP

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Potential Safety Concerns With Evinacumab

This case report depicts a probable infusion reaction in a 61-year-old woman prescribed evinacumab for the treatment of familial hypercholesterolemia.


Lincy Reji, PharmD Candidate

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An Overview of the National Lipid Association’s New Recommendations for Managing Statin Intolerance

Pharmacists have a key role in monitoring patients on statin therapy and identifying statin intolerance.


Melissa A. Klonowski

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COVID-19 Affects Development of Medical Devices

Companies, FDA caught unaware by surge in virus cases, leading to shortage of critical items.


Makenzie Gobbel, Abigail Falasco, 2024 PharmD Candidate; Tiffany Hatcher, PharmD

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How Pharmacists Can Help Protect Patients’ Skin From Sunburn, Skin Cancer

Pharmacists can offer valuable information about sunburn, sunscreen, and skin cancer screening and provide OTC recommendations on sunburn treatment and prevention.


Lyubov Villanueva

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Assisting Older Adults With Medication Use Can Reduce Errors

Areas of focus include drug discrepancies during transitions of care, polypharmacy, and promotion of self-management.


Gabrielle Duncan, PharmD

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Impact of the Specialty Pharmacy Care Model on Patient Outcomes

The extra surveillance by a specialty pharmacy teams allows for faster initiation of therapy, earlier recognition of adverse effects, and promotes patient safety.


Sara Lee, PharmD

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Therapeutics Treat Patients Who Test Positive for COVID-19

Monoclonal antibodies and emerging agents may avert severe illness, especially for high-risk individuals.


Kimberly Finley, PharmD, BCACP

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Paxlovid’s Double-Edged Sword: Treating COVID-19 and the Risk of Viral Load Rebound

The conversation of VLR has sparked a discussion as to whether or not other COVID-19 treatment agents are associated with a surge in symptoms and if so, how those agents compare with the rebound effect of nirmatrelvir/ritonavir.


Michael Reff, RPh, MBA

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Pharmacists as Advocates: How the MIP Model Supports Access, Adherence, and Outcomes

Medically integrated pharmacies improve collaboration, patient care, communication, and therapy management.


Angela Y. Su

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Put Me In, Coach: Mobile Health for Diabetes Management

Health coaches supporting remote pharmacist services can improve diabetes disparities.


Reecie Boyles, PharmD Candidate

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Staying Ahead of Headache Management: Tips for Pharmacists on Patient Recommendations

Pharmacists can play a vital role in educating patients about headaches and can help to limit their impact on the patient.


Aaron Stewart, PharmD, CTTS

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Fertility Preservation in Pediatric and Young Adult Oncology: Navigating Gonadotoxicity and Treatment Strategies

There are gonadotoxic risks of chemotherapy, radiation, and surgery that are important to discuss with patients.



Bruce Roberts, PharmD

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During Summer Months, Counsel Patients on Preventing Lyme Disease

Education about prevention measures and early signs and symptoms of the condition are crucial