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#UNCPharmacy's Delesha Carpenter designs interventions to help pharmacists address some of health care’s most sensitive topics. Learn more in the newest edition of Carolina Pharmacy's Meet the Expert: https://bit.ly/47tUV8X

Safety and keeping your residents well is our top priority as a pharmacy partner. One way we help ensure these outcomes is by reviewing residents' medications and asking important questions. On May 9, join Amelia Palmer at the LeadingAge Iowa Spring Conference to learn about one piece to the puzzle when optimizing resident medications: deprescribing. Can't wait to see you there! #LeadingAge #PharmacistsProvideCare

### Summary of "Pharmacy First Myth Busting" Series: #### Series #1: 1. **GP Referrals:** Contrary to belief, GPs **can** refer patients to pharmacists for minor illness consultations under the Pharmacy First scheme, continuing the practice from the Community Pharmacist Consultation Service (CPCS). 2. **Distance Selling Pharmacies (DSPs):** DSPs **cannot** provide face-to-face consultations; they can only offer video consultations from their premises. 3. **UTI Consultations:** The UTI clinical pathway is restricted to certain groups, primarily cisgender women and transgender men without urethral alterations. Other groups should be referred to GPs. 4. **Patient Referrals:** If a referred patient is unreachable, pharmacists should close the referral on the system rather than rejecting it. #### Series #2: 1. **Acute Otitis Media:** The clinical pathway is only for children aged 1-17 years, excluding those 18 and older. 2. **DSPs & Otitis Media:** DSPs **cannot** provide consultations for acute otitis media since it requires in-person ear examination. 3. **Medicine Supply:** Pharmacists must follow the Patient Group Direction (PGD) for dosage, not personal discretion. 4. **Non-Eligible Referrals:** Patients who don’t meet clinical pathway criteria can still receive a minor illness consultation. #### Series #3: 1. **Serious Symptoms:** If red flags or serious conditions are suspected, pharmacists should still treat it as a minor illness consultation and take appropriate action, such as referring the patient urgently. 2. **UTI Consultation Age Limit:** The uncomplicated UTI clinical pathway excludes women aged 65 and over. 3. **Record Keeping:** Clinical records must be documented the same day as the consultation, except in exceptional cases, to ensure professional standards and timely data sharing.

One in three people incorrectly guessed their loved one’s end-of-life wishes in a study.* This discrepancy underscores the critical importance of open conversations about future medical treatments and the necessity of having a clear, documented plan. Life care planning ensures your wishes are understood and respected, significantly increasing the likelihood of receiving the care you desire. Let's not leave our futures to chance or assumption. #RothkoffLawGroup #RothkoffLaw #ElderCareLaw #ElderLaw #ElderCare

From the initial assessment to the successful implantation and subsequent auditory-verbal therapy, every step of this journey is a testament to the power of dedicated care and medical expertise. We celebrate these milestones with immense pride, knowing that each child’s life has been transformed, and their potential has been expanded. #AshrayAkruti #HearingImpairment #HearingAids #HearingCare #HearingHealthCare #HearingLossAwareness #CochlearImplant

After MOBE, your people will have a different relationship with their medications. That's because our whole-person approach is rooted in the principle that medicine is an aid to a healthier life and can have powerful effects when appropriately managed. Our team of experienced MOBE Pharmacists expands on this principle when they meet one-to-one with your people for a comprehensive review of all medications they're taking. They'll leave: 1️⃣ With a better understanding of both their benefits and risks 2️⃣ Ready to make informed, thoughtful decisions about their medications Want to help your people make the most of their meds? Start here 👉 https://bit.ly/3OBMEZg #MedicationManagement #EmployeeHealth #HealthPlan #EmployeeBenefits

As we start the new year, we take a look at current and upcoming pharmacy trends and how your pharmacist supports healthy living. Read our newest blog post to learn more!

There are caveats in life. Warnings are everywhere. There are five different cautionary labels on cigarettes. Drink responsibly is the admonition on alcohol products. Read the instructions before operating power tools, and don’t stick your tongue on a frozen pole. But, what about healthcare warnings? Medical errors are a harsh reality many Americans face every day. Behind closed doors, patients are often subjected to substandard care that can lead to devastating consequences. From misdiagnoses to surgical mistakes, these errors can have a profound impact on a ’patient’s health and well-being. In "Behind Closed Doors: The Shocking Reality of Medical Errors in America" I shed light on the shocking reality of medical errors in America, emphasizing the need for a concerted effort to address this critical issue. It calls for increased awareness, collaboration, and action to prevent medical errors, improve patient safety, and create a healthcare system that provides the best possible care for all. https://lnkd.in/gqZuKPsi #MedicalErrorsInAmerica, #PatientSafety, #HealthcareCrisis

There are caveats in life. Warnings are everywhere. There are five different cautionary labels on cigarettes. Drink responsibly is the admonition on alcohol products. Read the instructions before operating power tools, and don’t stick your tongue on a frozen pole. But, what about healthcare warnings? Medical errors are a harsh reality many Americans face every day. Behind closed doors, patients are often subjected to substandard care that can lead to devastating consequences. From misdiagnoses to surgical mistakes, these errors can have a profound impact on a ’patient’s health and well-being. In "Behind Closed Doors: The Shocking Reality of Medical Errors in America" I shed light on the shocking reality of medical errors in America, emphasizing the need for a concerted effort to address this critical issue. It calls for increased awareness, collaboration, and action to prevent medical errors, improve patient safety, and create a healthcare system that provides the best possible care for all. https://lnkd.in/gqZuKPsi #MedicalErrorsInAmerica, #PatientSafety, #HealthcareCrisis

There are caveats in life. Warnings are everywhere. There are five different cautionary labels on cigarettes. Drink responsibly is the admonition on alcohol products. Read the instructions before operating power tools, and don’t stick your tongue on a frozen pole. But, what about healthcare warnings? Medical errors are a harsh reality many Americans face every day. Behind closed doors, patients are often subjected to substandard care that can lead to devastating consequences. From misdiagnoses to surgical mistakes, these errors can have a profound impact on a ’patient’s health and well-being. In "Behind Closed Doors: The Shocking Reality of Medical Errors in America" I shed light on the shocking reality of medical errors in America, emphasizing the need for a concerted effort to address this critical issue. It calls for increased awareness, collaboration, and action to prevent medical errors, improve patient safety, and create a healthcare system that provides the best possible care for all. https://lnkd.in/gqhn3TbF #MedicalErrorsInAmerica, #PatientSafety, #HealthcareCrisis