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Influencing change and finding hope and purpose as a millennial pharmacist

Hospital Pharmacy Europe

For many of us, the day-to-day reality involves juggling patient needs, understaffed teams, and overwhelming administrative burdens that detract from the one thing that drew us into healthcare in the first place: patient care. With every new challenge it’s easy to ask: ‘Is this really what I signed up for?’

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Solutions for Constipation Relief

The Thyroid Pharmacist

Take this month to recognize their expertise and the valuable support they provide in patient care! 63] Many of the benefits of ginger are due to gingerol and shogaol, compounds called gingeroids, which may also help with bloating, belching, and discomfort after meals. [64] doi:10.1155/2009/529802 [7] Patel KS, Thavamani A.

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Too Much of a Good Thing? Unpacking the Rise of Polypharmacy in Seniors

PharmD Live

Understanding the balance between essential and excessive polypharmacy, recognizing its prevalence, and identifying contributing factors are crucial in mitigating its risks and enhancing patient care. Background The senior population in the United States is expanding rapidly. According to the U.S.