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Pharmacogenomics: The Up-and-Coming Field of Pharmacy

Pharmacy Is Right For Me

What is your first thought when you think of a career in pharmacy? You may think of a clinical pharmacist working in a community pharmacy or a hospital pharmacist working in an in-patient unit. My interest in science and pharmacy started when I was five years old. I am a high school junior and an aspiring pharmacist.

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12 facts you must know – FLU SEASON 2020/2021

Druggist

It is expected to be the busiest season, and community pharmacies will play a vital role in providing flu vaccination service. Information provided is focused on the delivery of flu vaccination by community pharmacies. Where to book flu jab online? When will flu season 2020 start?

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COVID-19 lateral flow tests available from pharmacies

Druggist

A new pharmacy service was recently launched in England, which allows the public to collect free COVID-19 lateral flow tests (lateral flow devices – LFDs) from community pharmacies. Do all pharmacies participate in the distribution of COVID-19 tests?

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Personalizing Pharmacy: Dr. Jason Vinson’s Journey Navigating His Daughter’s Epilepsy and Connecting with Patients on a Deeper Level

Pharmacy Is Right For Me

During his time as a football player, he would go visit kids at the cancer center and attend book readings among other community events. Fast forward to November of 2017, a former employee reached out to Jason about a patient reeling from a pancreatic cancer diagnosis.

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Building a Rewarding Career in Pharmacy Associations

The Happy PharmD

Strong interpersonal communication, leadership, and management abilities are key. If you’re lacking in these areas, there are numerous free resources available online, such as books and courses, to help you develop these skills. Crafting a compelling career portfolio is essential.

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How to decode prescription labels for your patients

The Checkup by Singlecare

If you’ve worked in a community pharmacy, you’ve likely had the same frustrating conversations about prescription labels over and over. This little sticker is self-explanatory for pharmacists and pharmacy technicians but can confuse patients and caregivers.

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Leveraging Technology to Optimize Medication Therapy Management (MTM) Services

Digital Pharmacist

Allowing patients to easily book MTM consultations through your website or app, provides patients with flexible scheduling options and reduces pharmacy no-shows. Implementing online appointment scheduling systems can bridge this gap. Benefits: Improves accessibility for patients.