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Celebrating National Pharmacist Day

Board Vitals - Pharmacist

The 19-month-old girl presented with baffling symptoms that mimicked those of encephalitis or epilepsy. Complete a state-mandated number of hours as a pharmacy intern Some pharmacists become certified in specialty areas such as immunization, diabetes education, nutrition or oncology. Licensing boards for these specialties vary.

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Top 9 Takeaways From 2232 People With Hashimoto’s

The Thyroid Pharmacist

I enrolled in a four-year PharmD program (Doctor of Pharmacy) and became a pharmacist with the goal that one day, I would be able to discover new treatments for people who were suffering. Vitamin D supports the immune system by enhancing the pathogen-fighting effects of white blood cells, which are important parts of immune defense.

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Is Blasto Behind Your Hashimoto’s, Hives and IBS?

The Thyroid Pharmacist

I focused all of my limited energy on my studies, and was eventually able to improve my GPA to be accepted into a competitive Doctor of Pharmacy program. Blasto may be present in up to 50 percent of people in developing countries. During the four years of follow-up, the patient presented without any symptoms.