April is the month Pharmacists Planning Service, Inc., a California non-profit corporation, shines the light on diabetes and education. Typically pharmacists might provide blood glucose screenings, community outreach/education programs, or establish an event to raise money for the American Diabetes Association or diabetes awareness.

While April does spotlight diabetes education and prevention, for Medco – a leading healthcare company, every month is Diabetes Awareness month, says Merri Pendergrass, M.D., vice president, national practice leader of Medco Diabetes Therapeutic Resource Center. “We have a Diabetes Therapeutic Resource Center which contains a core team of specialized pharmacists dedicated to Medco members with diabetes on a 24/7 basis,” she explains. Medco’s diabetes specialist pharmacists work closely with their members, are familiar with the needs of those with diabetes and specialize specifically in the treatment of the condition. On a daily basis the pharmacists help members manager their medications, alert them of any safety issues, gaps or omissions in care, and offer lower cost therapy options and diabetes education, says Pendergrass.

“The first priority is always to ensure the safety of those with diabetes, which starts with making sure they take the right medication as prescribed. This important combination helps them lead happier and healthier lives, which helps keep their overall health costs lower,” says Pendergrass.

Additionally, Medco pharmacists discuss mail order pharmacy options or generic alternatives to the patient’s current medication – two simple ways those with diabetes can save money on their prescriptions each month.

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Are you thinking of making the switch to a health care career? Well, you should be. With the advancement of technology for new drugs, and the rising number of people gaining access to prescription medication due to the better health laws being made available, pharmacies and dispensaries are expecting a rapid rise in new clients. A career in pharmacy may be the best way to secure your future, and there is no better way to lay the foundation for a successful pharmacy job than to start your career as a Pharmacy Technician.

Other pharmacy technician duties include labeling and monitoring of the medication, whether in a drug retail store, an independently owned pharmacy, or an online drug store. you should have the skill or desire in being organized. Also, this job requires you to come in contact with doctors and patients, so a sociable character goes a long way in having a successful pharmacy assistant job.

It also gives you a firm background on medicine and pharmaceuticals, if ever you plan on pursuing a career as a licensed pharmacist. No other job provides you with a great foundation and the knowledge needed in becoming a pharmacist.

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