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Elevating Pharmacy Technicians in Community Practice

Drug Topics

Recognition matters—whether it’s posting their certifications, assigning leadership roles like inventory or immunization coordination, or simply trusting them with responsibilities they already handle. J Am Pharm Assoc (2003). These gestures show that their contributions are valued. References 1. Fick G, Osei J, Kim S, et al.

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Pharmacist Involvement Helps Reduce Time to A1c Target

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J Am Pharm Assoc (2003). Sign up today for our free Drug Topics newsletter. References 1. Osunsanmi O, Schmitz N, Darkwah B, et al. Time to goal hemoglobin A1c with pharmacist management compared to non-pharmacist management. 2025 May 6:102413. doi: 10.1016/j.japh.2025.102413. 2025.102413. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 40339647.

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Q&A: Prioritizing Pharmacy Technician Well-Being

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J Am Pharm Assoc (2003). READ MORE: Supporting the Well-Being of Community Pharmacy Technicians References 1. Fick G, Osei J, Kim S, et al. A narrative literature review: Community pharmacy technician well-being and its implications. 2025 May 9:102419. doi: 10.1016/j.japh.2025.102419. 2025.102419. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 40349976.

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Preparing Students for the Technology of Tomorrow

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J Am Pharm Assoc (2003). April 18, 2025. Accessed June 4, 2025. Piraux A, Bonnan D, Ramond-Roquin A, Faure S. The community pharmacist as an independent prescriber: a scoping review. 2024;64(6):102192. doi:10.1016/j.japh.2024.102192 2024.102192 4. ACPE Standards 2025. Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education. Accessed June 12, 2025.

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From Pharmacy Counters to Classrooms: Building Confidence in Back-to-School Vaccinations

Pharmacy Times

Parental vaccine hesitancy, fueled by misinformation and logistical barriers, contributes to lower immunization rates and increased exemption rates. Collaborative programs between public health departments, schools, and pharmacies aim to streamline vaccine access and improve immunization coverage.

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The Changing Landscape of Pharmacy Accessibility

Pharmacy Times

The lack of access to immunization services may lead to lower vaccination rates and vulnerabilities to infectious diseases in these communities. J Am Pharm Assoc (2003). These deserts reduce access to critical health care services, such as vaccinations, health screenings, and point-of-care testing. 2022;62(6):1816-1822.

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Pharmacists Help Patients Manage Chronic Pain

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J Am Pharm Assoc (2003). J Am Pharm Assoc (2003). BMC Health Serv Res. 2005;5(1):3. doi:10.1186/1472-6963-5-3 6. Manzur V, Mirzaian E, Huynh T, et al. Implementation and assessment of a pilot, community pharmacy-based, opioid pain medication management program. 2020;60(3):497-502. doi:10.1016/j.japh.2019.11.029 2019.11.029 7.