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Swipe to learn more about how these disparities affect Black/American American patients.

Source: US HHS Office of Minority Health

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February is Black History Month! In 2021, 40.1 million people on the US identified as non-Hispanic Black, representing 12.1% of the total US population. Black/African American people experience drastic disparities in health.

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Happy Tuesday! Test your knowledge on thiazide diuretics!📚💊

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Happy National Pharmacists Day! We want to celebrate our pharmacists for making a difference in patient care today and everyday!

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Happy Holidays from RISHP!

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We also appreciate the sponsorship support of AstraZeneca, Takeda Oncology, Janssen Inc., AbbVie, Pfizer, Bristol Myers Squibb, Genentech, Sanofi, Amgen, EQUASHIELD®, Incyte, and Merck. Please rejoin us next year!

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Another Future of Pharmacy Showcase for the record books! Fantastic continuing education, networking, residency showcase, and industry support.

Sincere thanks to Narjust Duma M.D. for an energizing keynote, and the URI - College of Pharmacy for the bright beautiful venue.

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RISHP is excited to see Dr. LaPlante lead the College of Pharmacy in this role!

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RISHP would like to congratulate Dr. Kerry LaPlante on being named Dean of URI's College of Pharmacy!🎊

A licensed clinical pharmacist, LaPlante is an internationally recognized expert on antibiotic use, antimicrobial resistance, and health policy implementation. 🦠

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She is known for her enthusiasm and dedication to inspiring students, and nurturing leadership aspirations. LaPlante said her vision for the college centers around fostering an environment of inclusivity, diversity, and limitless opportunities.

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Today we celebrate our pharmacy technicians and their contributions to pharmacy and patient care! #RxTechDay 💊💉

Photo from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board

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Happy National Pharmacy Week! 💊 Thank you to the pharmacists, technicians, and other pharmacy staff for ensuring patient safety and optimal health outcomes all year round!

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Congratulations to the @uri_pharmacy Class of 2027! Thank you for inviting RISHP and RIPA to celebrate your White Coat Ceremony!🥼

Bryan McCarthy and Chris Federico remember their first Oath of a Pharmacist in the same Edwards Auditorium back in 2006!

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Rhode Island pharmacy residents, meet the RISHP board… RISHP board, meet the Rhode Island pharmacy residents!

Thank you to Mews Tavern for the great venue, pizza, wings, and beer!

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September is Atrial Fibrillation Awareness Month!🫀Learn more about this arrhythmia that affects an estimated 2.7 to 6.1 million Americans

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Save the Date! RISHP’s Future of Pharmacy Showcase will be held on Saturday, November 4th from 7:30 - 1:30 PM. We are currently accepting presentation submissions for the showcase!

For more info and to submit your presentation idea: https://t.co/3gIhKLVjKt

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Join us for our next FREE Lunch & Learn CE!

Don’t Miss a Beat: A Pharmacist’s Guide to Calcium Channel Blocker and Beta Blocker Overdose

https://t.co/rFb9U5Q6zH

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RISHP & RIPA helped RI House Speaker K. Joseph Shekarchi raise over $40,000 for Friends of the Warwick Animal Shelter, Anchor Paws Rescue, and Vintage Pet Rescue! 🐾⛳️

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Thank you to those who joined us at our inaugural Pig Roast this past Saturday! It was so great to see everyone!☀️🐷

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Registration extended for our First Annual RISHP Pig Roast! Join us for some Summer fun!

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