LAW: Orange, Purple, Green Books: Learning Generics’ True Colors

Learning Objectives   After completing this application-based continuing education activity, pharmacists and pharmacy technicians will be able to: Review the regulatory timeline of generic drugs in the United States Define the regulatory and scientific criteria for therapeutic equivalence, including bioequivalence and pharmaceutical equivalence, as established by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Differentiate between […]

SPOTTED: MEASLES CASES RISING IN THE U.S.

Learning Objectives   After completing this application-based continuing education activity, pharmacists will be able to •        Identify the transmission of measles, its symptoms, and patients at higher risk for complications •        Describe the steps healthcare providers should take if measles is suspected or confirmed •        Determine appropriate patients for measles vaccination •        Apply patient counseling […]

The Mediterranean Diet’s Effect on Health

Learning Objectives   After completing this application-based continuing education activity, pharmacists and pharmacy technicians will be able to ·       Review the Mediterranean diet’s history and essential components ·       Discuss the relationship between culture, associated foods, and proven health benefits ·       Describe the relationship between the Mediterranean diet and the human microbiome ·       Discuss the pharmacist’s […]

RSV Prevention Today and Tomorrow: Reducing Infant Hospitalizations 

 By Debonique Burton Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is a very common respiratory virus that in most patients often presents with cold-like symptoms such as fever, sneezing, runny nose, cough, and/or decreased appetite.​ Unfortunately, in infants and those with risk factors for severe disease, can cause more serious illness such as bronchiolitis and pneumonia.  RSV has been the most common cause of hospital admissions among infants in the United […]

How Short Can Treatment of Pediatric Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) Go? 

By Caroline Frost, PharmD candidate Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a common childhood infection. About 90% of pediatric UTIs occur in females.​1​ Uropathogenic Escherichia coli accounts for about 80% of UTIs in children, specifically 83% in females and 50% in males. Other uropathogens include Enterococcus species (5% females, 17% males), Proteus mirabilis (4% females, 11% males), and Klebsiella sp (4% […]

Pediatric ID and Immunization Updates

  Mission:  To provide healthcare professionals with timely, evidence-based insights into pediatric infectious diseases and immunization practices for all ages, with a special emphasis on pharmacist-specific considerations. The University of Connecticut School of Pharmacy and the Pediatric Pharmacy Association (PPA) have partnered to advance pharmacist education and professional development in pediatric infectious diseases and immunization […]

Patient Safety: Strength in Scoops: A Primer in Creatine, Protein Powder, and Pre-workout Supplementation

Learning Objectives   After completing this application-based continuing education activity, the pharmacist will be able to: Identify differences in composition and health benefits associated with creatine, protein powder, and pre-workout supplements Describe creatine dosing, common adverse effects, contraindications, and differences in available formulations Determine dietary preferences, digestion tolerance, and patient’s individual health goals when selecting protein […]

Law: “Gas Station” Drugs: A Regulatory Void

Learning Objectives   After completing this application-based continuing education activity, pharmacists and pharmacy technicians will be able to Contrast the regulation of different categories of therapeutic agents Describe the emergence and prevalence of “gas station” drugs List the potential effects of unregulated medical products Characterize the attempts to regulate examples of “gas station” drugs Release […]

Donations

UConn School of Pharmacy Donation Policy The School of Pharmacy at the University of Connecticut maintains artifacts of historical value to the School and the profession, including the Mogull Apothecary Jar collection. These items are stored at the School, the library, and Archives and Special Collections. The School has limited space for additions to its […]

Pain Management in Palliative Care

Learning Objectives   After completing this application-based continuing education activity, pharmacists will be able to ·       Describe the principles of palliative and hospice care ·       Discuss treatment options to manage the end-of-life symptoms of air hunger and/or pain ·       Calculate appropriate opioid dose-equivalents ·       Recognize risks of diversion in the hospice setting After completing this […]