HelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast

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049 - The RFUMS Interprofessional Community Clinic Sep 13, 2016

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In this episode, we discuss RFUMS's Interprofessional Community Clinic (ICC), a student-run clinic providing health services to underserved populations. The students in this episode discuss how the ICC evolved and highlight pearls and challenges in starting and running a free health clinic or screening event.

048 - Self-Care of Nasal Congestion and Allergies Aug 23, 2016

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In this episode, we discuss the self-care of nasal congestion and allergies, including systemic/topical decongestants, nasal corticosteroids, antihistamines, cromolyn, and alternative medicine therapies.

047 - Self-Care of Cough and Cold Aug 02, 2016

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In this episode, we discuss self-care of cough and cold, including using PQRSTA or SCHOLAR-MAC to prompt relevant questions for patients, codeine, dextromethorphan, diphenhydramine, camphor, menthol, and guaifenesin.

046 - Self-Care of Constipation Jul 12, 2016

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In this episode, we discuss self-care of constipation including bulk-forming laxatives, hyperosmotic laxatives, emollient laxatives, lubricant laxatives, saline laxatives, and stimulant laxatives.

045 - Self-care of Heartburn and Dyspepsia Jun 21, 2016

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In this episode, we discuss self-care of heartburn and dyspepsia, including antacids, bismuth subsalicylate, H2 blockers, and PPIs.

044 - The Science of Sugars and Sweeteners with Dr. Eric Walters May 31, 2016

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In this episode, we discuss the science of carbohydrate-based sugars, sugar alcohols, artificial sweeteners, and natural sweeteners with Dr. Eric Walters, author of the book "The Sweetener Book" and Professor at Rosalind Franklin University.

043 - Review of Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA) May 10, 2016

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In this episode, we review the clinical presentation and treatment of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA).

042 - BRIDGE Trial Apr 19, 2016

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In this episode, we discuss the BRIDGE trial, which investigated whether patients with atrial fibrillation on warfarin need a parenteral anticoagulant "bridge" in preparation and after an elective surgical procedure.

041 - 2015 Dietary Guidelines for Americans Mar 29, 2016

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In this episode, we discuss the 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans published by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and U.S. Department of Agriculture.

040 - Homeopathic Medicine Mar 08, 2016

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In this episode, we discuss the many facets of homeopathic medications, including legal status in the United States, safety and efficacy data, and the ethics of homeopathy from the point of view of practicing pharmacists.

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