LAW: Getting Soft on “Hard” Drugs?

Learning Objectives   After completing this application-based continuing education activity, pharmacists and pharmacy technicians will be able to ·       DESCRIBE regulation of controlled substances and how it has changed over time ·        INDICATE how drugs are regulated internationally ·       CHARACTERIZE state and local actions that are loosening the regulation of controlled substances ·       DISCUSS the […]

Pet Allergies

Learning Objectives   After completing this application-based continuing education activity, pharmacists will be able to ·       Outline the causes of pet allergies in dogs, cats, and other less common species ·       Differentiate between allergic sensitization, allergy, and cross sensitivity ·       Paraphrase facts that prove that currently, hypoallergenic dogs and cats are a myth ·       Compare […]

Human Trafficking: Pharmacy’s Impact on Care

Learning Objectives   After completing this application-based continuing education activity, pharmacists will be able to Review the history and current laws of human trafficking in the United States Recognize common terms, warning signs, and/or vulnerabilities for human trafficking in pharmacy patients/customers Describe pharmacists’ impact on identifying and supporting victims and survivors of human trafficking Ensure proper referral, treatment, and counseling for […]

Stop the Bite: Uncover the Answers to Malaria and Dengue Fever

Learning Objectives   After completing this knowledge-based continuing education activity, pharmacists will be able to RECALL symptoms associated with dengue fever and malaria DESCRIBE emerging information about dengue and malaria vaccines ASSOCIATE dengue fever and malaria vaccines for specific patients After completing this knowledge-based continuing education activity, pharmacy technicians will be able to      RECALL symptoms associated […]

Patient Safety: Seven Secrets for Patient Safety with Dietary Supplements

Learning Objectives   After completing this application-based continuing education activity, pharmacists will be able to ·       Discuss the importance of knowing about a patient’s dietary supplement usage ·       Identify commonly used dietary supplements, their regulation, and the value of certification ·       Recognize potential medication-dietary supplement interactions ·       Demonstrate the ability to locate different sources of […]

Research

UConn’s School of Pharmacy allows students to customize their studies to align with their research interests, collaborate with world renowned faculty, and pursue specialized training to complement their core studies. Whether you are interested in a Pharmaceutical Sciences or Pharmacy Practice path you will find innovative work being done in our labs, and collaborative work.