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LISTEN: Candice Garwood interviews Chris Giuliano and co-author PharmD alums about their Pharmacotherapy publication on the ACCP Journals podcastThe authors provide perspective on how to complete retrospective, observational studies and the use of factor Xa inhibitors in patients with AKI.
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Through WSU Applebaum and CON collaboration, Taylor Street Primary Care Clinic hosts a free community health fair“We are thrilled to collaborate with Taylor Street Clinic,” said Assistant Clinical Professor of Pharmacy Practice Joseph Fava. “Connecting vulnerable communities to health care resources is an important focus of our program.”
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Wired: Drug shortages aren’t new, the tripledemic just made you look, with comments from Dr. Susan DavisCoping with drug shortages is such a regular occurrence that “it’s almost its own subspecialty in pharmacy now,” WSU Applebaum’s Associate Dean for Pharmacy Susan Davis told Wired. “It’s something that people have as part of their job description, trying to manage shortages, which is unfathomable.”
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WXYZ Detroit: U.S. COVID testing requirement begins for air passengers from China, with comments from Dr. Paul KilgoreAssociate Professor of Pharmacy Practice Paul Kilgore spoke on camera to 7 Action News reporter Mike Duffy, saying, “I view public health as 80% politics, 20% science. The part of public health that’s so important is that engagement, that communication, the sharing of information. If we can actually get back to that, we may not actually need the testing of passengers before they get on an airplane because right now ... [it's] not likely to help an overall control of the disease in China or other countries.”
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Student pharmacist organizations spread holiday cheer with the spirit of giving“Our fraternity has a tradition of giving gifts to those in need in the local community during the holiday seasons and we are proud to come together with other student organizations to support this year’s Social Amenities Committee project benefiting Toys for Tots,” said Kappa Psi Philanthropy Chairman and SNPhA President Obioma Opara. “Knowing that the toys our members have collected will bring smiles to the faces of so many kids is a reward in and of itself.”
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WSU Industry Pharmacists Organization addresses holiday food insecurity“Food insecurity while in college can have detrimental effects on students’ academic performance and health,” WSU Industry Pharmacists Organization President (IPhO) Joseph Paul Javier said. “Our organization wanted to come together to address this issue on our campus.”
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Student pharmacists encouraged to join AMCP annual P&T Competition – sign up by this Friday, Dec. 16“Student pharmacists should join the P&T Competition because of the real-life clinical application experience it provides. Oftentimes, we deal with issues with formularies and prior authorizations as pharmacists with no true understanding of the science behind it,” said WSU AMCP Chapter President Jackie Fleury. “In addition to exposing students to a different side of pharmacy, the P&T Competition provides us with the opportunity to gain understanding about the process of introducing newer drugs to the public and providing patient access to potential better, more cost-effective therapies. This enhances our communication efforts both across disciplines and within our patient populations, ultimately improving patient outcomes.”
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Monica Murariu, PharmD '18, invites fellow pharmacists to volunteer at community clinicMonica Murariu, PharmD '18, is a clinical pharmacist at Trinity Health Livonia Hospital and the pharmacy director of the Gary Burnstein Community Health Clinic in Pontiac, which is seeking volunteer pharmacists to expand its impact.
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GALLERY: WSU Applebaum Pharmacy at ASHP Midyear Clinical MeetingStudents, faculty and alumni from Wayne State's Division of Pharmacy attended the ASHP Midyear Clinical Meeting and Exhibition, Dec. 4-8, 2022, in Las Vegas.
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FAWN strengthens partnerships in preparation for World AIDS Day on Thursday, Dec. 1World AIDS Day presents an opportunity for people across the globe to unite in the fight against HIV, to show support for those living with HIV, and to commemorate those who have died from an AIDS-related illness. Founded in 1988, World AIDS Day was the first-ever global health day. To commemorate World AIDS Day this year, WSU Applebaum’s Fighting AIDS with Nutrition (FAWN) student organization is once again organizing events on campus to spread awareness about the HIV/AIDS epidemic and support its global and local outreach programs that help patients living with HIV/AIDS.
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Student Pharmacists Diversity Council addresses transgender awareness with pronoun pin sale“When we use pronouns such as he, she, his, hers, they or their to address others or ourselves, we’re contributing to a person’s identity. Pronouns are a way in which we categorize those around us, but most of us don’t stop to consider what happens when our identity clashes with how others identify with us. Something as simple as affirmation of a person’s identity can lead to better health outcomes for patients," said Johnie L. Bailey, SPDC co-director of cultural education.
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Wayne State Up to PharmD team and APIA-Vote MI hold Democracy Town HallThe Democracy Town Hall relayed the importance of civic engagement and reaching out to legislators, and how these actions can advocate for responsible policymaking. Local and state officials were in attendance to talk about the importance of getting out to vote and to encourage today’s generation to play a participative role in the democratic process.
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Chapter President Shannon Habba represents Wayne State at APhA-ASP regional meeting"This was my first professional in-person conference, and it was an amazing experience," Habba said. "It was just what I needed to feel inspired and energized as a student leader and bring that energy back to our college.
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Vote for Up to PharmD team representing Wayne State UniversityWayne State’s Up to PharmD team has chosen to build its campaign on three issues: Unsustainability of U.S. national debt, health care as a major driver of the economy and government spending, and the power of legislation and civic engagement in addressing these challenges. WSU Up to PharmD has spent the semester giving classroom presentations, holding educational events on and off campus, and partnering with local organizations to contact legislators to spread their message.
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WSU Applebaum pharmacy faculty, alumnae earn top MSHP awardsAt its annual meeting on Oct. 28, 2022, the Michigan Society of Health-System Pharmacists (MSHP) recognized four pharmacy leaders in Michigan with prestigious distinctions for notable contributions to their field – and all have ties to the Wayne State University Pharmacy Division!
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WSU Applebaum students promote the power of policymaking and civic engagement“It's important for us to be engaged in advocacy efforts so that we can all work together to keep patients healthy and safe,” said P2 Daniyal Nasir. “Having a voice and advocating allows us to share our opinions on key pharmacy issues, form relationships with legislators that could lead to future successes, and ensure that we can continue providing safe and effective patient care.”
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Wayne State pharmacy faculty receive honors at ACCP Global ConferenceWayne State University Pharmacy was well represented at the American College of Clinical Pharmacy (ACCP) Global Conference Oct. 15-18, 2022 in San Francisco, with several faculty members bringing home honors.
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Kelly Kepley, Jewel Konja to represent WSU in state, national ASHP Clinical Skills CompetitionOn Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2022, the Wayne State Doctor of Pharmacy program held its annual clinical skills competition. The top-scoring team of Kelly Kepley and Jewel Konja will represent WSU Applebaum in the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) National Clinical Skills Competition in December, as well as the state competition on Oct. 28.
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Dr. Linda Jaber to share expertise at Middle Eastern/North African Refugee and Immigrant Health Equity symposiumWayne State University's Center for Health Equity and Community Knowledge in Urban Populations (CHECK-UP) and the Karmanos Cancer Institute's Office of Cancer Health Equity & Community Engagement are pleased to present their third 2022 Community Engaged Research Symposium, Middle Eastern/North African (MENA) Refugee and Immigrant Health Equity, on Nov. 1 and 2, 2022, from 5-8 p.m.
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Happy National Women Pharmacist Day from WSU Applebaum students, faculty, preceptors and alumniEvery day is #WomenPharmacistDay for our stellar students, faculty, preceptors and alumni, but October 12 holds special meaning. Throughout the day, we'll be celebrating the impact our pharmacy professionals and educators have had on the field. Follow this link to see dozens of examples of pharmacy success.
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PharmD program hosting career fair Oct. 26All Wayne State PharmD students (P1 through P4) are invited to attend this career fair, which will feature a variety of employers including community pharmacies, health systems, managed care, pharmaceutical companies, insurance and more.
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Pharmacy CE opportunity Oct. 17: Implementation of Pharmacist Prescribing Contraception in a Busy Community PharmacyProfessor of Pharmacy Practice Mary Beth O'Connell has organized an upcoming continuing education opportunity for pharmacists and pharmacy techs. The Oct. 17 panel, which includes pharmacists prescribing contraception from independent, grocery and chain pharmacies from three different states, is part of a tri-college CE series that is accredited by the Michigan Pharmacists Association.
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Benzinga: Can marijuana help with sleep problems from post-war trauma? New TNP2 study shows promising resultsDr. Christine Rabinak's Translational Neuropsychology Lab is featured under Previous Research, pointing to a TNP2 Lab study published in Neuropharmacology that found that participants who were given THC reported fewer negative feelings during cognitive reappraisal tasks compared to their counterparts who received a placebo.
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Bridge magazine: Dr. Mary Beth O'Connell quoted in 'Gov. Whitmer wants more Michigan pharmacists to prescribe birth control'Professor of Pharmacy Practice Mary Both O’Connell said that, ideally, the Michigan Pharmacists Association wants a law change that would give pharmacists prescribing authority for birth control without collaborative agreements.
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Bridge magazine: 'Should you get a flu shot and COVID booster at the same time,' with comment from Dr. Joe Fava"With two relatively non-existent flu seasons – not to mention a weariness over repeated COVID boosters – Michigan residents might be reluctant to roll up their sleeves this fall for n annual flu shot. Not good, experts say. 'Flu is going to circulate – absolutely,' said WSU Applebaum Assistant Clinical Professor of Pharmacy Practice Joe Fava, PharmD '11. The Biden administration has encouraged people to get both shots at the same time."