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The Role of a Pharmacy Manager

Tera Tuten — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 16:42:45 +0000

A pharmacy manager is a pharmacist who also has to oversee the day-to-day operations of the pharmacy. Usually this position is achieved by promoting from within the pharmacy or the parent company. However, an outside pharmacist who has more experience may also fill the position.

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Epidemic Levels of Prescription Painkiller Abuse: What Pharmacists Can Do About It

Tera Tuten — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 13:00:27 +0000

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), prescription medications now kill more people in the United States than cocaine and heroin combined. The numbers have more than tripled in the past 10 years. During roughly the same time frame, the sales for these medications has tripled. About 40 people die each day [...]

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Pharmacy Facts & Laws That Will Shock You

Tera Tuten — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 21:00:53 +0000

Did you know that marijuana was made illegal by passing a tax act in 1937? How does this work? You have to have a stamp to possess marijuana, but it’s illegal to possess marijuana without the stamp. Today, pharmacists, physicians, and consumers are still faced with amazing and laws. Let’s look at some little-known facts [...]

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Robotic Pharmacies

Tera Tuten — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 13:00:06 +0000

In a down economy, should pharmacists have to compete with robots for their job security? Some doctors and patients in about 200 locations think so. There are clearly benefits for consumers using pharmacy kiosks, but what about the inherent dangers? How They Work The kiosks are typically located in clinics so patients can have prescriptions [...]

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Personalized Medicine for Ovarian Cancer

Tera Tuten — Thu, 14 Jul 2011 13:00:04 +0000

In 2003, the Human Genome Project was completed. This thirteen-year project was supposed to revolutionize the world of medicine, and it did help scientists understand a great deal more about the human genetic condition. It also raised considerably more questions. At the time everyone thought medicine would soon be developed to treat specific people based [...]

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The Dangers of Online Pharmacies

Tera Tuten — Wed, 11 May 2011 13:00:17 +0000

One of the wonderful things about filling prescriptions at a local pharmacy, whether it is part of a national chain or locally owned, is that you know whom you are dealing with. While many well-known corporations allow customers to fill their prescriptions online, there are also more nefarious websites that target people who are trying [...]

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5 Best iPhone Apps for Pharmacists

Tera Tuten — Tue, 15 Feb 2011 13:00:29 +0000

There are numerous apps available on the iPhone for pharmacists and pharmacy students. Unlike some of the more widely accessible and popular apps available, some of these tend to be a bit more expensive. While the higher price is a reflection of the amount of information available in these apps and should not dissuade you [...]

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Our Picks for the Top 10 Traits of Highly Effective Pharmacists

Tera Tuten — Fri, 11 Feb 2011 22:45:01 +0000

Being a pharmacist can make for a rewarding medical career: The pay-to-hours ratio provides an attractive quality of life. And the duties allow for meaningful interactions with patients. So much so that – time-and again – pharmacists are cited as one of the professionals Americans trust the most. So what makes for a good pharmacist? [...]

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Geriatric Pharmacy

Tera Tuten — Mon, 13 Sep 2010 13:00:40 +0000

As a pharmacist, you will be inundated with offers to join a variety of professional organizations and to gather certifications. You may wonder why you should bother with any of them, and today we will discuss the importance of geriatric pharmacy certification specifically. First, it is important to take a look at the numbers behind [...]

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4 Organizations for Pharmacists

Tera Tuten — Tue, 10 Aug 2010 12:30:49 +0000

The world of pharmaceuticals is constantly evolving as new medications are added to the market. As with any medical profession, it is important for a pharmacist to keep up with the latest information and innovations. This is where trade organizations become invaluable. There are numerous national and state pharmacy organizations. Today, we will discuss four [...]

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