TODAY'S HEADLINES
FDA approved 27 new drugs last year, down from 39 new medications in 2012, which was a 15-year high, the Associated Press reported. » More |
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In the last decade, ICU mortality due to severe pneumococcal pneumonia has significantly decreased. Improved survival is associated with earlier antibiotic prescribing and an increased use of combined antibiotic therapy, according to a study reported online in Chest. » More |
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Researchers say they have linked high testosterone levels in men to a poor immune response to an influenza vaccine. Men with relatively high amounts of circulating testosterone benefit less, as measured by a boost in protective antibodies after vaccination against influenza, than do men with lower testosterone levels and women. » More |
Every job has some level of stress. Pharmacy is no different. Joy Baldridge, CPC, CSC, a self-management expert, shares physical and mental exercises that pharmacists can use to reduce stress. » More
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Continuing Education
This month, Drug Topics offers the second of a two-part CPE series, "MTM considerations in multiple sclerosis." Earn up to 2 credits by completing this knowledge-based activity. To read and print the article with TEST QUESTIONS, click here. To proceed to the online exams and earn up to 2 CPE credits, click here to log in.
Announcement: Welcome to the new user registration process. This new process requires all pharmacists and pharmacy technicians to provide
or update their NABP e-Profile ID in order to electronically keep track of CPE credits from ACPE-accredited providers. If you have not done so, you can obtain your NABP e-Profile ID now at www.MyCPEmonitor.net. This profile will enable you to have one login
for all the NABP programs and services you will need throughout your career. |
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