Community/Retail

Now that the mid-term elections are over, it's time to consider what the results may mean for health care in this country.

How will changes brought by the election affect the future of health care reform?

Patients with diabetes are at increased risk for cavities, gingivitis, periodontal disease, xerostomia, salivary gland problems, and infections. Pharmacists can help patients develop good oral care habits to lower their risk.

At NCPA's Annual Convention, community pharmacists examine the importance of politics to the advancement of the profession and focus on the impact health care reform will have behind the counter.

For pharmacists, %u201Cwhat%u2019s in the bill%u201D could amount to major changes in the way they do business.

A new federal report predicts unhealthy lifestyles will lead to a sharp increase in type 2 diabetes over the next 40 years.