
Medication use in horse racing has become a hot topic across the country.

Jennifer Gershman, PharmD, CPh, received her PharmD degree from Nova Southeastern University (NSU) College of Pharmacy in 2006 and completed a 2-year drug information residency. She served as a pharmacy professor at NSU's College of Pharmacy for 6 years, managed the drug information center, and conducted medication therapy management reviews. Dr. Gershman has published research on prescription drug abuse, regulatory issues, and drug information in various scholarly journals. Additionally, she received the Sheriff's Special Recognition Award for her collaboration with the Broward, Florida Sheriff's Office to prevent prescription drug abuse through a drug disposal program. She has also presented at pharmacist and physician continuing education programs on topics that include medication errors, prescription drug abuse, and legal and regulatory issues. Dr. Gershman can be followed on Twitter @jgershman2

Medication use in horse racing has become a hot topic across the country.

Toxic epidermal necrolysis is a rare life-threatening skin disorder that can be caused by certain medications.

Pharmacists can play an important role in pregnancy health education.

The role of the pharmacist is constantly evolving, and public speaking opportunities can showcase your expertise.

Genetics and lifestyle factors play an important role in determining a person's risk of developing osteoporosis.

Vitamin D deficiency has become a growing problem in the United States.

As the completion of your residency approaches, you may be wondering how to publish the research project that has been a large focus of your journey.

Music can be a powerful way to inspire, heal, and motivate.

The Approved Drug Products with Therapeutic Equivalence Evaluations is commonly known as the Orange Book.

The Orange Book is an important publication that serves as the gold standard reference for generic drug substitution.

Opioid abuse is an insidious epidemic that is plaguing the country, and pharmacists can play an important role in educating the public.

Pharmacists are medication experts who play an integral role in the health care team. I am honored to be a pharmacist and believe that we are lifelong learners.

Jennifer Gershman, PharmD, CPh, discusses the integral role pharmacists play in the health care continuum and community at-large.

Pharmacy conferences provide great opportunities to expand your professional horizons.

The 9-valent human papillomavirus (HPV) recombinant vaccine (Gardasil 9, Merck & Company, Inc.) is indicated for women and men aged 9 to 26 years for the prevention of certain diseases, precancerous lesions, and genital warts caused by HPV.

About 1 out of 3 people in the United States will develop shingles, and there are about 1 million cases each year.

Pharmacists can play an important role in educating families about poison prevention.

After completing a drug information residency, pharmacists may wonder what career opportunities are available.

The provision of evidence-based medication recommendations is an important role for pharmacists.

Florida's prescription drug monitoring program (PDMP) was established in 2009 to help combat the controlled substance abuse epidemic plaguing the state.

It is important for patients to have accurate and reputable drug information resources at their disposal.

There is a dangerous new trend that has emerged across the country, known as the “Tide Pod Challenge.”

Pharmacists not only have a great responsibility to stay current with new medications, but also with the laws governing the profession.

Pharmacists may be receiving more questions from parents about how to introduce peanut-containing foods to infants, as new guidelines recommend early initiation to prevent allergies.

The Zoster Vaccine Recombinant, Adjuvanted, was approved in October for those 50 and older. Here is the scoop.

Flu prevention education is a great opportunity for pharmacists to change misconceptions.

Rattlesnake pills have received media attention due to their link with Salmonella infection.

It can be daunting for parents to see their child vomiting, especially when this occurs in the evening after the pediatrician's office may be closed.

Cruises can be a fun and exciting way to vacation during the holidays.

Pharmacists can play an important role in counseling women who have had miscarriages.