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Pharmacists Can Educate Patients About Sun Safety

Pharmacy Times

When it comes to patient counseling about sun care, it is not only [important] to inform them about medications that increase risk of burn or sun sensitivity, but also to help them with selecting the appropriate sunscreen for their skin and how to apply it,” Le said. Clin Dermatol. 2016;34(5):571-581. doi:10.1016/j.clindermatol.2016.05.006

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Pharmacists Can Simplify the Vaccine Schedule

Pharmacy Times

Importantly, Novavax received FDA approval in May 2025 with restrictions: It is approved for individuals 65 years and older and patients aged 12 to 64 years with at least 1 health condition that puts them at risk for severe COVID-19. August 20, 2024. Accessed May 29, 2025. link] Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccine VIS.

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Semaglutide and Tirzepatide Lead the Way in Comprehensive Diabetes and Obesity Management

Pharmacy Times

Pharmacists are pivotal in patient counseling, therapy selection, and navigating insurance challenges, ensuring comprehensive diabetes management. Effects of semaglutide on chronic kidney disease in patients with type 2 diabetes. SHOW MORE Pharmacists are pivotal in optimizing GLP-1 receptor agonist therapy. N Engl J Med.

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Preparing for an Inspection or Accreditation Survey – Part 2

National Association of Boards of Pharmacy

Then, walk through each step of the practice of pharmacy such as data entry; drug utilization review; compounding; final association between the drug, the prescription, and the label (eg, the dispensing act); and patient counseling.

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Transformative Technologies Present Opportunities for Pharmacy Practice and Regulation

National Association of Boards of Pharmacy

Telepharmacy services allow pharmacists to provide consultations, medication reviews, and patient counseling without the need for a physical presence when regulations allow. This blog was adapted from an article that originally appeared in the September/October 2024 issue of Innovations.