Dear Colleagues:
Pharmacists can help patients keep their
health on track by partnering to manage chronic conditions.
By Jane E. Rooney
The grant funding will support research related to Alzheimer’s disease as well as musculoskeletal disorders.
By Joseph A. Cantlupe
Pharmacy schools are beginning to offer programs to study medical marijuana as its use expands across the country.
By Joseph A. Cantlupe
Early Bird
Phase 1: Abstract ReviewThe following criteria (point values in parenthesis) will be used by disciplinary review teams in evaluating abstracts. Please refer to the criteria and point values below below as a guide for the preparation of your abstract. Abstract Sample 1Design and Implementation of a Remediation Program to Improve Competence in a Self-Care CourseObjective: To develop an innovative remediation program for students who received a failing grade in a self-care course to improve knowledge and skills. SectionSections represent academic disciplines or large units in within colleges and schools of pharmacy. The special committee on Substance Abuse and Pharmacy Education convened in 2010–2011 and was charged to examine and recommend how pharmacy colleges should prepare all student pharmacists to appropriately assist those who are addicted or affected by others' addiction, and help support addiction recovery with an emphasis on public safety. The Committee was directed to include recommendations on core curricular content and delivery, both for student pharmacists and continuing education for pharmacists, and on prevention and assistance processes within our colleges. |