When “THE CURE” causes a condition to go from bad to TERRIBLE ?

Posted on May 25, 2015 by Pharmaciststeve

Medication hard to come by for some pain sufferers http://ravallirepublic.com/news/local/article_540ed0fe-019a-11e5-a4c8-47b86b056cd0.html FLORENCE – In Florence, there are two men whose lives are caught up in the growing effort to rein in the illegal use of prescription painkillers. Last year, Dr. Chris Christensen’s “cash-only” clinic was raided by federal drug agents armed with a search warrant alleging […]

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When do they cross the line of professional discretion to pt/senior abuse ?

Posted on May 25, 2015 by Pharmaciststeve

 

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Marijuana Legalization May Get Boost, DEA Backs Off

Posted on May 25, 2015 by Pharmaciststeve

Marijuana Legalization May Get Boost, DEA Backs Off http://guardianlv.com/2015/05/marijuana-legalization-may-get-boost-dea-backs-off/#zH6VIhivBMETMHwR.99 As many have been fighting for the legalization of marijuana in all states of the U.S., they may get a boost in their fight, as the DEA has stated now that they are going to be backing off of a focus on marijuana. So far few […]

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being a pharmacist a challenging, well-paid, respected profession ?

Posted on May 25, 2015 by Pharmaciststeve

Fraud case leaves PharMerica whistle-blower bitter, seeking new career http://www.jsonline.com/news/waukesha/fraud-case-leaves-pharmerica-whistle-blower-bitter-seeking-new-career-b99504865z1-304880361.html Jennifer Buth thought being a pharmacist would be a challenging, well-paid, respected profession that would let her help people safely manage pain and illness. She also quickly learned the dark side of the job. Shortly after returning to Wisconsin from Florida with a doctorate in […]

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