 Released: May 15, 2008
Expires: May 15, 2009
Type: Audio
Asthma is the leading serious chronic illness of children in the U.S. In 2005, an estimated 6.5 million children under age 18 (almost 1.4 million under age 5) currently had asthma, 3.8 million of which had an asthma attack, and many others have "hidden" or undiagnosed asthma.
In 2005, the highest current prevalence rate was seen in those 5-17 years of age...
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Released: May 12, 2008
Expires: May 12, 2009
Type: Audio
Consequences of teen sexual practices amount to almost a million pregnancies, several million sexually transmitted infections and numerous psychological problems. This is directly related to adolescent problems as well as psychosocial and economic factors. Health care providers can make a difference by understanding teen sexuality and learning how to talk to...
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Released: Apr 30, 2008
Expires: Apr 30, 2009
Type: Audio
Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) first appeared less than one year after the clinical introduction of methicillin. Despite this early appearance, MRSA did not become a significant and common clinical problem until the 1980s. Since that time, national rates of MRSA past 50%. In addition, a new therapeutic dilemma has emerged; that of community-associated...
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Released: Apr 30, 2008
Expires: Apr 30, 2009
Type: Audio
In the United States, sepsis is the leading cause of death in non-coronary ICU patients, and the tenth most common cause of death overall according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Sepsis is common and also more dangerous in elderly, immunocompromised, and critically ill patients. It occurs in 1%-2% of all hospitalizations and accounts for as much as 25%...
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- CME Credits/Hours: 0.75
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Released: Mar 1, 2008
Expires: Mar 1, 2009
Type: Audio
Inadequate initial coverage of infections in ICU patients is associated with an increase in mortality. Prolonged time to initiation of antimicrobial therapy is also associated with increased mortality. Numerous factors exist which may hinder the most optimal care. Practitioners should be aware of the literature regarding this issue and engage in strategies to increase efficiency...
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Released: Feb 29, 2008
Expires: Feb 28, 2009
Type: Audio
STDs are common, costly, and preventable. Each year an estimated 15 million new STD infections occur in the United States, and nearly 4 million teenagers are infected with an STD. The direct and indirect costs of the major STDs and their complications, including sexually transmitted HIV infection, are conservatively estimated at $17 billion annually. Genital dermatology...
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Released: Feb 29, 2008
Expires: Feb 28, 2009
Type: Audio
STDs are common, costly, and preventable. Each year an estimated 15 million new STD infections occur in the United States, and nearly 4 million teenagers are infected with an STD. The direct and indirect costs of the major STDs and their complications, including sexually transmitted HIV infection, are conservatively estimated at $17 billion annually. The estimated annual...
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Released: Feb 29, 2008
Expires: Feb 28, 2009
Type: Audio
STDs are common, costly, and preventable. Worldwide, an estimated 333 million cases of curable STDs occur annually. In 1995, STDs were the most common reportable diseases in the United States. They accounted for 87 percent of the top 10 infections most frequently reported to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) from State health departments. Of the top 10 infections,...
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Released: Feb 29, 2008
Expires: Feb 28, 2009
Type: Audio
STDs are common, costly, and preventable. Worldwide, an estimated 333 million cases of curable STDs occur annually. In 1995, STDs were the most common reportable diseases in the United States. They accounted for 87 percent of the top 10 infections most frequently reported to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) from State health departments. Of the top 10 infections,...
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Released: Feb 29, 2008
Expires: Feb 28, 2009
Type: Audio
STDs are common, costly, and preventable. Worldwide, an estimated 333 million cases of curable STDs occur annually. In 1995, STDs were the most common reportable diseases in the United States. They accounted for 87 percent of the top 10 infections most frequently reported to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) from State health departments. Of the top 10...
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Released: Feb 29, 2008
Expires: Feb 28, 2009
Type: Audio
STDs are common, costly, and preventable. Worldwide, an estimated 333 million cases of curable STDs occur annually. In 1995, STDs were the most common reportable diseases in the United States. They accounted for 87 percent of the top 10 infections most frequently reported to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) from State health departments. Of the top 10...
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Released: Feb 29, 2008
Expires: Feb 28, 2009
Type: Audio
STDs are common, costly, and preventable. Worldwide, an estimated 333 million cases of curable STDs occur annually. In 1995, STDs were the most common reportable diseases in the United States. They accounted for 87 percent of the top 10 infections most frequently reported to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) from State health departments. Of the top 10 infections,...
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Released: Feb 29, 2008
Expires: Feb 28, 2009
Type: Audio
STDs are common, costly, and preventable. Worldwide, an estimated 333 million cases of curable STDs occur annually. In 1995, STDs were the most common reportable diseases in the United States. They accounted for 87 percent of the top 10 infections most frequently reported to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)...
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Released: Feb 29, 2008
Expires: Feb 28, 2009
Type: Audio
Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection and acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) remain one of the leading causes of death in the United States (US). As of December 2004, an estimated 944,306 persons have received a diagnosis of AIDS and of these, 529,113 have died. Since 1994, the annual number of HIV cases among blacks and other racial/ethnic minority...
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Released: Feb 29, 2008
Expires: Feb 28, 2009
Type: Audio
STDs are common, costly, and preventable. Worldwide, an estimated 333 million cases of curable STDs occur annually. In 1995, STDs were the most common reportable diseases in the United States. They accounted for 87 percent of the top 10 infections most frequently reported to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) from State health departments. Of the top 10 infections,...
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Released: Feb 28, 2008
Expires: Feb 28, 2009
Type: Video
This presentation aims to focus on current strategies to optimize oral antiplatelet agents in the treatment of ACS and PCI. Topics addressed include current limitations with clopidogrel, variability in response to clopidogrel and the clinical outcomes associated with poor response, and strategies to reduce variability. Finally, a comparison of the biologic response of prasugrel and...
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Released: Feb 28, 2008
Expires: Feb 28, 2009
Type: Video
This presentation focuses on the results of the TRITON-TIMI 38 trial, which examines the use of the investigational thienopyridine prasugrel compared to clopidogrel in patients with ACS who were undergoing primary PCI. Highlighted data from the trial is presented, including several in-depth analyses investigating sub-populations as it relates to ischemic endpoints as well as...
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Released: Feb 28, 2008
Expires: Feb 28, 2009
Type: Video
This presentation aims to address the central role of platelets in acute coronary syndromes (ACS) and the use of both oral antiplatelet therapy and interventional therapy as cornerstones for the treatment of ACS. Topics to be discussed include the pharmacology of approved and investigational oral antiplatelet agents, clinical trial data detailing the use of...
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Released: Feb 28, 2008
Expires: Feb 27, 2009
Type: Audio
According to data from the National Nosocomial Infections Surveillance (NNIS) System in 2003, the Gram-negative pathogen Pseudomonas aeruginosa was the second most common pathogen causing nosocomial pneumonia in the intensive care unit (ICU), responsible for 18.1% of these infections. Acinetobacter spp also caused hospital-acquired pneumonia (HAP) and accounted for...
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- CME Credits/Hours: 1.00
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Released: Feb 19, 2008
Expires: Feb 19, 2009
Type: Video
Biologic agents that block TNF have proven highly effective in improving the signs and symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis (RA), preventing the progression of joint damage, and improving functional status and quality of life. The introduction of TNF inhibitors has helped elevate the goals of treating RA, such that low disease activity or even remission are commonly considered...
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Released: Feb 19, 2008
Expires: Feb 19, 2009
Type: Video
Biologic agents that block TNF have proven highly effective in improving the signs and symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis (RA), preventing the progression of joint damage, and improving functional status and quality of life. The introduction of TNF inhibitors has helped elevate the goals of treating RA, such that low disease activity or even remission are commonly considered...
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- CME Credits/Hours: 0.50
- CPE Credits/Hours: 0.50
- CNE Credits/Hours: 0.50
- Cost: Free
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Released: Feb 19, 2008
Expires: Feb 19, 2009
Type: Video
Biologic agents that block TNF have proven highly effective in improving the signs and symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis (RA), preventing the progression of joint damage, and improving functional status and quality of life. The introduction of TNF inhibitors has helped elevate the goals of treating RA, such that low disease activity or even remission are commonly considered...
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- CME Credits/Hours: 0.50
- CPE Credits/Hours: 0.50
- CNE Credits/Hours: 0.50
- Cost: Free
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Released: Feb 19, 2008
Expires: Feb 19, 2009
Type: Video
Biologic agents that block TNF have proven highly effective in improving the signs and symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis (RA), preventing the progression of joint damage, and improving functional status and quality of life. The introduction of TNF inhibitors has helped elevate the goals of treating RA, such that low disease activity or even remission are commonly considered...
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- CME Credits/Hours: 0.50
- CPE Credits/Hours: 0.50
- CNE Credits/Hours: 0.50
- Cost: Free
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Released: Feb 19, 2008
Expires: Feb 19, 2009
Type: Video
Biologic agents that block TNF have proven highly effective in improving the signs and symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis (RA), preventing the progression of joint damage, and improving functional status and quality of life. The introduction of TNF inhibitors has helped elevate the goals of treating RA, such that low disease activity or even remission are commonly considered...
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- CME Credits/Hours: 0.50
- CPE Credits/Hours: 0.50
- CNE Credits/Hours: 0.50
- Cost: Free
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Released: Feb 19, 2008
Expires: Feb 19, 2009
Type: Video
Biologic agents that block TNF have proven highly effective in improving the signs and symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis (RA), preventing the progression of joint damage, and improving functional status and quality of life. The introduction of TNF inhibitors has helped elevate the goals of treating RA, such that low disease activity or even remission are commonly considered...
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Released: Feb 4, 2008
Expires: Mar 24, 2009
Type: Audio
This course is designed to provide the participant with the information needed to perform the complex task of aseptic compounding of sterile products in a pharmacy setting. The major challenge is to ensure that the compounded product has a high level of sterility assurance and that the product administered to the patient is safe and...
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- CPE Credits/Hours: 1.00
- Cost: $19.95
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Released: Feb 4, 2008
Expires: Feb 4, 2009
Type: Video
Kentucky All Schedule Prescription Electronic Reporting (KASPER) is Kentucky’s Prescription Monitoring Program (PMP). KASPER catalogs most of the Schedule II – V controlled substance prescriptions written and dispensed within the state and is used by health care professionals to help address the issue of controlled pharmaceutical substance abuse. We have...
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- CME Credits/Hours: 1.25
- CPE Credits/Hours: 1.25
- CPE-T Credits/Hours: 1.25
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Released: Dec 20, 2007
Expires: Dec 20, 2008
Type: Audio
Methamphetamine is second only to cannabis in terms of worldwide drug abuse. The drug is inexpensive, relatively easy to manufacture and is highly addictive. Methamphetamine is most often produced in clandestine laboratories found in the Midwest and South. Manufacture most commonly employs pseudoephedrine as a chemical precursor with the addition of various...
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Released: Nov 7, 2007
Expires: Nov 7, 2008
Type: Video
Many therapies currently exist today for the treatment of hypertension, however, there still remains a critical need to better establish and define the concept of vascular protection. To appreciate this concept, it is important to understand the data which results in a reduction in the risk of cardiovascular outcomes (MI, stroke or death) associated with some treatment regimens....
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- CME Credits/Hours: 0.75
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Released: Oct 29, 2007
Expires: Oct 29, 2008
Type: Audio
Research is moving from the hospitals into the communities at a growing pace. Investigational drugs are administered in ambulatory settings and even in emergency situations outside of the hospital setting. Pharmacists remain the “drug expert” resource for their patients and understanding how these types of research activities affect their lives is an important and...
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Released: Oct 29, 2007
Expires: Oct 29, 2008
Type: Audio
Transplantation is a unique therapeutic option for patients with end organ disease. The pharmacotherapy involved in the treatment of the transplant patient is often challenging. Immunosuppressive agents used have narrow therapeutic indices and have the potential for long term toxicity. More and more patients are transplanted every year. Community pharmacists will encounter this...
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Released: Oct 29, 2007
Expires: Oct 29, 2008
Type: Audio
It is no surprise that Nonprescription (OTC) medications and products are flourishing in availability and use across America. This is evident by the multiple retail pharmacies that are present on many street corners and in supermarkets and their ever-expanding aisles of OTC medications and products that supplement their usual sales. At one time, OTC products consisted of...
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Released: Oct 29, 2007
Expires: Oct 29, 2008
Type: Audio
People in the US suffer from approximately 1 billion cold episodes annually. In light of the increased incidence of coughs and colds in the community setting, it is essential for pharmacists to understand and be knowledgeable about the present treatment strategies. This program is intended to expose pharmacists to the etiology of the common cold and coughs. ...
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Released: Oct 29, 2007
Expires: Oct 29, 2008
Type: Audio
According to the American Pharmaceutical Association, "The mission of Pharmacy Practice is to serve society as the profession responsible for the appropriate use of medications, devices and services to achieve optimal therapeutic outcomes.” Unfortunately, over 250,000 patients will die this year as a result of some problem with their drug therapy. Millions will be harmed...
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Released: Oct 5, 2007
Expires: Oct 5, 2008
Type: Audio
Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) affects thousands of hospitalized patients annually. Although many patients demonstrate some clinical criteria for ARDS the diagnosis is specific and should be made accurately. Likewise, many therapies for ARDS are based upon strong clinical evidence while others are more anecdotal and less well-established. This presentation will concisely...
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Released: Oct 5, 2007
Expires: Oct 5, 2008
Type: Audio
Almost 2,000,000 Americans are brain-injured every year and mortality and long-term morbidity from brain injury are common. Early aggressive emergency care, efforts to reduce secondary brain injury and rapid transfer to a trauma center are essential to optimize neurologic outcome. This presentation discusses epidemiology, diagnosis, stabilization, priorities of ICU care and...
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Released: Sep 28, 2007
Expires: Sep 28, 2008
Type: Audio
Chronic constipation is a frequent gastrointestinal motility disorder estimated to affect up to 28% of the US population, with a significant clinical and economic burden. According to Lucinda Harris, MD, of Mayo Clinic, constipation is more common than several prominent chronic disorders, including gastroesophageal reflux disease, migraine, and sinusitis. In fact, constipation...
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- CME Credits/Hours: 1.00
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Released: Sep 28, 2007
Expires: Sep 28, 2008
Type: Audio
Drug resistant organisms have increased across the globe and represent a major threat to the health of hospitalized patients. Overuse and improper use of certain antibiotic drug classes as well as failure to take infection control measures in hospitals has led to a major nosocomial infection problem in the United States. Antimicrobials account for upwards of 30% of hospital...
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- CME Credits/Hours: 1.00
- CPE Credits/Hours: 1.20
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Released: Sep 21, 2007
Expires: Sep 21, 2008
Type: Audio
Drug resistant organisms have increased across the globe and represent a major threat to the health of hospitalized patients. Overuse and improper use of certain antibiotic drug classes as well as failure to take infection control measures in hospitals has led to a major nosocomial infection problem in the United States. Antimicrobials account for upwards of 30% of hospital...
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- CME Credits/Hours: 1.00
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Released: Sep 14, 2007
Expires: Sep 14, 2008
Type: Audio
Drug resistant organisms have increased across the globe and represent a major threat to the health of hospitalized patients. Overuse and improper use of certain antibiotic drug classes as well as failure to take infection control measures in hospitals has led to a major nosocomial infection problem in the United States. Antimicrobials account for upwards of 30% of hospital...
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- CME Credits/Hours: 1.00
- CPE Credits/Hours: 1.20
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Released: Sep 6, 2007
Expires: Sep 6, 2008
Type: Audio
CAM is a group of diverse medical and health care systems, practices, and products that are not presently considered to be part of conventional medicine. Conventional medicine is medicine as practiced by holders of M.D. (medical doctor) or D.O. (doctor of osteopathy) degrees and by their allied health professionals, such as physical therapists, psychologists, and registered...
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Released: Sep 3, 2007
Expires: Sep 3, 2008
Type: Audio
Drug resistant organisms have increased across the globe and represent a major threat to the health of hospitalized patients. Overuse and improper use of certain antibiotic drug classes as well as failure to take infection control measures in hospitals has led to a major nosocomial infection problem in the United States. Antimicrobials account for upwards of 30% of hospital...
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- CME Credits/Hours: 1.00
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Released: Aug 31, 2007
Expires: Aug 31, 2008
Type: Audio
Insomnia, defined as insufficient, inadequate, or poor quality sleep and characterized by difficulty initiating and/or maintaining sleep, early morning awakening, and/or experiencing nonrestorative sleep, is a prevalent and burdensome condition. According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), approximately 30% of the US population has some form of insomnia, 10% of which is...
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Joseph A. Lieberman III, MD, MPH;
Milton K. Erman, MD;
Nancy Nadolski, FNP, MSN, MEd, RN;
Kingman P. Strohl, MD;
Catherine R. Judd, MS, PA-C
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Released: Jul 26, 2007
Expires: Jul 26, 2008
Type: Video
Significant toxicity associated with lifelong maintenance on immunosuppressive therapy continues to fuel the investigation of tolerance-inducing strategies in solid organ transplantation. One approach to achieve tolerance is focused on regulatory T cells. Regulatory T cells (T reg) are a population of antigen-specific T lymphocytes that have been shown...
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