News: In-home visits from pharmacist helped reduce readmission rates
Great news article from Qualis Health: "A Seattle-based community pharmacy and hospital recently partnered on an intervention that uses in-home visits and follow-up phone calls from pharmacists to substantially reduce rehospitalizations among heart-failure patients. In Idaho, 17.1% of Medicare's heart failure patients are rehospitalized within 30 days; in Washington, that [...]
Ointments vs Creams vs Lotions [Video]
https://youtu.be/QMAdEhU3KTI Have you ever wondered what the difference between ointments, creams and lotions might be? We are frequently asked this exact question, so as part of our ongoing 'Ask The Pharmacist' series, our Pharmacists Intern, Jackie Ho tackles this question. For instance, did you know that an ointment is [...]
Generic Drugs vs Brand Name Equivalents [Video]
As pharmacist, we are often asked if there is any major difference between a generic drug verses a brand name equivalent. Here is the fascinating answer thanks to our Pharmacist Intern: Kaite Kammers. https://youtu.be/-pl9GbpSdE8
Is PEP Right For You?
PEP or Post-exposure prophylaxis is a smart way to prevent HIV infection after a possible recent exposure. PEP involves taking antiretroviral medications within 72 hours after a single high-risk event to help prevent HIV from making copies of itself and spreading throughout your body. If you think you are at [...]
Compounding For Dogs
For many of us, having to give our dog meds can be intimidating on the best of days. And when you utilize specialized and compounded medication for your pup, things can get really formidable. Here is the good news - it really isn't as tough as it seems - check out [...]
Heart Failure: Proper Management Improves Quality of Life
Whether you have heart failure or not, our friends at Virginia Mason Medical Center encourage everyone to take care of their heart to enjoy a lifetime of better health. Please enjoy more from Sara Weiss, MD - Dr. Weiss is a board-certified cardiologist who specializes in heart failure management, echocardiography, and women and cardiovascular [...]
Credentialing for Washington State Community Pharmacists
We are celebrating the fact that our community pharmacists have been officially recognized by select Washington State insurance plans as providers of clinical services. Studies and practice-based experience have shown that when pharmacists are involved as members of the health care team, patient outcomes improve, patients report higher rates of satisfaction [...]
WA State Overdose Prevention and Naloxone Response Video
https://youtu.be/WsQs9QXl0Bs It only takes a few minutes to learn how to save a life. Watch this video to learn more: • What causes an opioid overdose • How to recognize an opioid overdose • What to do in case of overdose • How to give naloxone This is the [...]
Spring Season Can Be Allergy Season
Spring means flower buds and blooming trees — and if you're one of the millions of people who have seasonal allergies, it also means sneezing, congestion, a runny nose and other bothersome symptoms. If you sneeze and cough, or your nose and eyes itch and are runny during certain times [...]
Medication Disposal Program [Video]
https://youtu.be/wHPQe18tlRg It is important to dispose of unwanted or expired medications and remove these from your home to prevent accidental exposure or misuse. Although placing medications directly into the trash is better for our environment than flushing them down the toilet, it is still not recommended. If found [...]
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