Keep Bill Nelson

Whether it's Senate Bill 959, Pharmaceutical Quality, Security, and Accountability Act, or a constituent matter. Don't worry, Senator Bill Nelson will, and has come through for me and you!  Let's keep him around for as long as we can =)  Click here to follow Senate Bill 959

Peek-a-boo! I'm on Facebook, too!

As promised, here is the link to my HEALTH EDUCATION TIPS Page on Facebook... Check it out and learn something new!

Too legit to quit!

First, I want to thank you all for your support.  Secondly, much of my work and updates can be found in alternative locations, such as Facebook, Twitter, and Amazon.  I will post a link to my Facebook "Health Education Tips" Page after this post. 

Meanwhile,  I think it is EXTREMELY important for consumers to research professional information about legitimate healthcare providers.  Therefore, I am providing this link for you to use.  It will help you obtain the status of your healthcare provider (MD, nurse, physical therapist, etc.) and their contact information.
 Legit or Not? CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT...

As usual, thanks for stopping by!

Hope to see you at my book-signing 

this weekend!!!

To RSVP or to order your personally signed copy 

===> CLICK HERE to seal your deal!

Pharm Tech Ready?

CLICK HERE to test your pharmacy technician skills, using the exam I wrote.

FDA & cosmetics/Pharmacy audits

There I go, speaking out again about pharmacy law & policy, the work I teach future technicians to perform, the writing I will one day publish for cosmetic companies, and the regulatory projects that I'm ready to take on.Let me explain... CLICK HERE!

 

Can you pronounce the medications you take?

As an educator, I rarely get a chance to go over certain key points, due to certain circumstances beyond my control.  But I believe that everyone, especially the students that I teach and train to be pharmacy technicians need to be capable of discussions that include drug names.

Here's my cue to to chime in and help out!  Look forward to more of my video clips that explain brand and generic name drugs, their categories, pharmacy law and policy, and even some anatomy and physiology.  Yes, I know.  I love education a little too much...

So, click here and Let's go to school!

Meet Domanique Culpepper

Meet the pharmaco-medical professional that everyone is talking about.... CLICK HERE TO MEET DOMANIQUE FACE-TO-FACE.

They say I don't look like I was ever in the Navy.  They ask me why I don't model.  They don't believe me, when I tell them I have a Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management, a Master of Science in Public Administration, Registered Health Information Management Administrator certification, teaching as a Licensed Pharmacy Technician Instructor, and currently on a hiatus from post-grad work in Pharmaceutical Outcomes & Policy.

Maybe my fan base isn't all that strong, just yet.  However, one day, I will be DR. PEPPER!

For now, we'll just keep it moving with what we have, stepping it up a notch, of course ;-)
Thanks for stopping by!!!

Pharmacy, Academia, & Healthcare

Attention Pharmacies, Academic Institutions, and Healthcare Facilities!  

Be sure to explore your options for administrative and academic leadership.  

Click here for details.

 

Because she rocks!

May 29th marks the day of an International-World-renowned Holiday, representing the day a special star arose. ~Now, for a moment of silence~

 

Eyelash Extension & Infection

There are some women in the world with THE most amazing eyelashes.  Mine aren't all that amazing, but I'm rather pleased with them, myself.  For those who choose to wear false eyelashes or eyelash extensions should know and understand why they're at risk of eye irritation and infection.  Dangerous chemicals, such as formaldehyde found in the glue used to attach eyelash extensions, have been identified as culprits.  Channel 9 News tells more. Click HERE!

ABORTION Pill & 15 year-olds

The ABORTION pill, otherwise known as PLAN B, has been deemed accessible to anyone who is at least 15 years old, including YOUR child.  Yes, ladies and gentlemen, your kid can get a hold of PLAN B without a prescription and without your knowledge.   The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) lowered the age limit for Plan B One-Step emergency contraception from 17 years-old, making it available without a prescription to girls as young as 15 years-old.

Instead of PLAN B being stored behind the pharmacy counter, your little girl can get it off of the shelf, herself, and purchase it; as long as she can produce a government-issued identification to verify her age, she can purchase it, and go on about her business.

My question is, which 15 year-olds have a copy of their birth certificate or government-issued identification to show at the cash register?  I'm interested to see how this unfolds... My guess is it's... Time to talk about sex! Click here to learn more!!!

As usual, thanks for stopping by!

GET YOUR CREDIT!

DON'T FORGET!!!!

Chat with me and receive 1 CEU via Teleconference on HIPAA = tomorrow, April 16, 2013 at noon.  You will need the "Dial-in Number" and "Access Code."

Here's how to register: 1) Message me, or
                                 2) Choose the HIPAA option from the menu ====>

 

Keep it on the low!

The bottom line is we are all constantly trying to keep current with our Continuing Education Units (CEU's).  So, in the process of discussing Patient Confidentiality in a Pharmacy Setting, you can learn and earn.  Click here to book me!

 

Lose to Win!

Certain songs provoke your thought process.  And since LOVE & disappointment come in so many different forms, remember this... Sometimes you have to lose to win again!  Tootles!

Click here & jam to a reminder!!!

Pharmacy Pitstop

A couple of my students joined me on a visit to Empire Specialty Pharmacy, in Cocoa, Florida. Ask for "Rao," the pharmacist/owner. You can take a sneak peak at the services by CLICKING HERE!!!

Who's filling YOUR prescriptions, Part 2

Oppose HB 671, Kill HB 671 or Stop HB 671

This isn't basket weaving that we're talking about, here!  People's lives are dependent upon our skill.  If every prescription that a pharmacy technician fills has to be (legally) checked by a pharmacist, then why on Earth would it be safe to force one pharmacist to supervise six technicians?  If we don't convince the legislators by March 22, 2013, this could be our new reality, here in Florida.

 Sure, its cheaper for pharmacies to compensate more technicians than pharmacists.  However, medication errors that are likely to occur will more than likely cost pharmacies far more than compensating at least two pharmacists to supervise six technicians.

Having worked for a pharmacy chain as a pharmacy technician, the rush to fill as many prescriptions as quickly as possible is far too familiar.  My question is, WHAT ABOUT PATIENT SAFETY?  CAN FLORIDA RESIDENTS COUNT ON THEIR LEGISLATORS TO MAKE A RESPONSIBLE DECISION BY SQUASHING House Bill 671? Considering the public health threat, we certainly hope so!
 
Therefore, House Bill 671 is not a healthy policy and should be defeated.   Still not convinced, well click ====>Who's filling YOUR prescriptions to find out more.

Thanks for stopping by!

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Schedule pills & vibrations: There's an app for that!

What do you mean, you didn't know?!  Of course, there's an app for that!  Nowadays, the average person for sure owns or has access to a mobile phone, even if they don't have a computer at home or know how to use any of the word processing programs commonly offered by Microsoft and Apple.  Yet and still, folk are able to Tweet, post to Facebook, and bank online.  So, why not schedule pills and vibrations on your mobile phone, too?!  One way to find out more is by clicking ==> OF COURSE, THERE'S AN APP FOR THAT! 

As an instructor, responsible for teaching pharmacy topics to individuals from all walks of life, I can attest to the fact that the “less educated” may be more technology advanced and connected than they get credit for, especially when it comes to mobile telephones and software.

For example, my average student does not own and/or is not proficient in word processing, spreadsheets, and presentations.  However, they can download software, and check their Facebook statuses on their mobile telephones faster than you can say, “Is there an app for that?”  This ground-breaking discovery can make all the difference!

Therefore, I am still compelled to continue my pursuit of increasing awareness about pharmaceutical products, outcomes, and the policy that govern.  I do so because I truly believe that education and awareness are key in improving health outcomes.  Likewise, I believe that favorable outcomes can help drive down the cost of healthcare and yield more productivity from society; by that I mean sick people cannot reach their optimal capacity like they could when/if they are healthy.

To me, it is important to equip each patient with at least enough knowledge to make healthy choices about the way they take their medications and preserve their own health.  As a result, I propose that we all use any appropriate outlet to inform patients and other healthcare providers about resources, such as Epill.com, Delicious.com, and Patientslikeme.com, which are geared toward connecting patients with resources empower them with the ability to get/stay current with healthcare and technology trends, which can in turn help them (and their family members) and monitor their own progress in the sustainment of life.

 
Once communication between patients and healthcare providers improves, and patients are connected to better resources, perhaps a less tense platform for communication will come about, as a result.  This can become a reality, as patients start to feel comfortable communicating with healthcare providers; access to the latest mobile telephone software related to medications is a big step in the right direction.   
 Thanks for stopping by!

Easy2Read Medical Articles

The Month of MARCH is reserved for the acknowledgement and celebration of National Brain Injury Awareness Month. Though I haven't published anything on this particular topic, there are other medical-related articles of mine that you can peruse by clicking ===> Domanique's Articles

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Work it!

Your body is your temple. 

Pay attention to how you treat it.  

A personal trainer can help, or you can 

just have a field day at the gym, minus a crowd of spectators ;-)  

Think about it!

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