Clinical Capsules - Actionable Medication Pearls in Minutes

This season’s flu vaccines look different: all three strains have been updated, and the first mRNA-based flu vaccine has joined the lineup.

In this episode, TRC Healthcare Associate Editor and Clinical Pharmacist Vickie Danaher, PharmD, discusses the 2026-2027 flu vaccine update. She breaks down which patients should be vaccinated, which vaccines are preferred for older adults, and what to watch for with the new mRNA-based vaccine. 

You’ll hear practical insights on the best timing for flu vaccination, higher-dose and adjuvanted vaccines for adults 65 and older, egg allergy guidance, the at-home nasal spray option, co-administration with COVID-19, RSV, and shingles vaccines, and ways to prevent vaccine errors. Plus, Vickie shares how to answer common patient questions and build vaccine confidence, helping healthcare teams stay ahead as the 2026-2027 flu season ramps up.

This is an excerpt from our September 2026 Pharmacy Essential Updates continuing education webinar series.

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• Article: Flu Vaccines for 2026-2027
• Chart: Flu Vaccines for 2026-27 (United States)
• FAQ: Communicating About Flu Vaccination
• Algorithm: Vaccine Adherence: Addressing Myths and Hesitancy

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Could a tick bite explain why a patient suddenly reacts to beef, pork, or even a gelatin-containing medication?

In this episode, TRC Healthcare Associate Editor and Clinical Pharmacist Don Weinberger, PharmD, PMSP, discusses alpha-gal syndrome, an emerging tick-borne allergy to red meat and other mammal-derived products. He breaks down how the lone star tick sets off the immune response, how to recognize symptoms ranging from hives and GI upset to life-threatening reactions, and what healthcare professionals should consider when a patient presents with a possible delayed reaction.

You’ll hear practical insights on hidden triggers in medications, supplements, and vaccines, including gelatin, heparin, and lactose, along with counseling pearls on avoiding exposure, emergency preparedness with diphenhydramine and epinephrine, and when to refer to urgent care. Plus, Don walks through a patient case, helping healthcare teams stay ahead as the lone star tick’s range expands and alpha-gal syndrome becomes more common in practice.

This is an excerpt from our November 2025 Pharmacy Essential Updates webinar series.

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If you are interested in CE, credit is available for our full episode on ticks, linked below.

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The clinical resources related to this podcast are part of a subscription to Pharmacist’s Letter, Pharmacy Technician’s Letter, and Prescriber Insights:

• Article: Help Patients With Alpha-Gal Syndrome Avoid Reactions
• Clinical Capsules: From Tick Bite to Treatment: Managing Lyme Disease Risk

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A patient shows you a tick that's still attached. Do they need antibiotics to prevent Lyme disease, or is watchful waiting enough?

In this episode, TRC Healthcare Assistant Editor and Clinical Pharmacist Gina Corley, PharmD, discusses tick bites and Lyme disease prevention and treatment. She goes over how to assess a tick bite, when a single dose of doxycycline is recommended to  prevent Lyme disease, and how treatment differs across the three stages of the disease.

This is an excerpt from our July 2026 Pharmacy Essential Updates continuing education webinar series.

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• Article: Brush Up on Tick Bites and Preventing Lyme Disease
• Chart: Treatment of Lyme Disease 

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Your patients will be asking about a new prescription motion sickness med they saw advertised. Here’s what to tell them.

In this episode, TRC Healthcare Associate Editor and Clinical Pharmacist Vickie Danaher, PharmD, discusses preventing motion sickness with today’s OTC and prescription products. She covers where the new neurokinin-1 antagonist tradipitant fits into therapy, which options are first-line, non-drug measures patients can try, and more.

This is an excerpt from our July 2026 Pharmacy Essential Updates continuing education webinar series.

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• Article: Explain How New Rx Tradipitant Stacks Up for Motion Sickness
• CE Course: Pharmacist’s Guide to Travel Medicine
• CE Course: Managing Common Travel-Related Illnesses

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Recurrent UTIs can be frustrating for patients…and challenging for healthcare teams trying to balance effective treatment with antibiotic stewardship.

In this episode, TRC Healthcare Associate Editor and Clinical Pharmacist Don Weinberger, PharmD, PMSP, walks through evidence-based strategies for managing uncomplicated recurrent urinary tract infections, or UTIs, in women. He reviews first-line treatment options such as nitrofurantoin, prevention strategies including hydration and cranberry products, and provides guidance around prophylactic antibiotic use.

This is an excerpt from our June 2026 Pharmacy Essential Updates continuing education webinar series.

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Clinical Resources from Pharmacist’s Letter, Pharmacy Technician’s Letter, and Prescriber Insights: 

• Article: Treat & Prevent Recurrent UTIs With Stewardship in Mind
• Chart: Urinary Tract Infections

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AI is becoming more accessible to both healthcare professionals and patients, creating new opportunities AND new risks in practice. 

In this episode, TRC Healthcare Associate Editor and Clinical Pharmacist Vickie Danaher, PharmD, discusses how AI can support healthcare teams while emphasizing the continued importance of clinical judgment, verification, and patient-specific care. Learn practical strategies for using AI safely in your practice, what risks to watch for, and how to guide patients when it comes to AI-generated health information.

This is an excerpt from our June 2026 Pharmacy Essential Updates continuing education webinar series.

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Clinical Resources from Pharmacist’s Letter, Pharmacy Technician’s Letter, and Prescriber Insights: 

• Article: Help Patients Navigate AI Medical Info Safely
• Article: Weave AI Into Your Plan for Precepting Learners
• Article: Think of AI as a Tool, NOT Your Replacement
• FAQ: Artificial Intelligence in Pharmacy Practice
• Podcast: Rumor vs Truth 

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Swimmer’s ear may sound simple, but the wrong drop can create real safety concerns.

In this episode, TRC Healthcare Assistant Editor and Clinical Pharmacist Gina Corley, PharmD, reviews practical swimmer’s ear treatment considerations for healthcare teams, including how eardrum and ear tube status affect which otic drops are appropriate. She also discusses swimmer’s ear prevention strategies, along with guidance on how to administer ear drops.

This is an excerpt from our June 2026 Pharmacy Essential Updates continuing education webinar series.

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Clinical Resources from Pharmacist’s Letter, Pharmacy Technician’s Letter, and Prescriber Insights: 

• Article: Be Ready With Recommendations for Swimmer’s Ear

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A common liver disease is quietly affecting millions of Americans. Are we doing enough to catch it early?

In this episode, TRC Healthcare Associate Editor and Clinical Pharmacist Sara Klockars, PharmD, explores the growing prevalence of MASLD and MASH. She reviews newly approved treatment options, including semaglutide and resmetirom, and discusses how healthcare teams can help identify, support, and manage patients throughout their care journey.

This is an excerpt from our April 2026 Pharmacy Essential Updates continuing education webinar series.

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Clinical Resources from Pharmacist’s Letter, Pharmacy Technician’s Letter, and Prescriber Insights: 

• Article: Know the Latest MASH Treatment Options
• Chart: Comparison of Drugs for Metabolic Liver Disease
• Chart: GLP-1 and GIP/GLP-1 Receptor Agonist Interactive Comparison Chart

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New oral GLP-1s are changing the weight loss game. Here is what you need to know before recommending or dispensing one.

In this episode, TRC Healthcare Associate Editor and Clinical Pharmacist Vickie Danaher, PharmD, discusses how orforglipron, the second oral GLP-1 agonist for weight loss, stacks up against oral semaglutide in terms of dosing, efficacy, safety, and more.

This is an excerpt from our May 2026 Pharmacy Essential Updates continuing education webinar series.

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Clinical Resources from Pharmacist’s Letter, Pharmacy Technician’s Letter, and Prescriber Insights: 

• Article: Be Ready for the New Oral GLP-1 Agonist Orforglipron
• Chart: GLP-1 and GIP/GLP-1 Receptor Agonist Interactive Comparison Chart
• Chart: Comparison of Weight Loss Products

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GLP-1 access just changed for Medicare patients—and pharmacy teams are on the front lines.

In this BONUS episode, Associate Editor and Clinical Pharmacist Vickie Danaher breaks down the new Medicare GLP-1 Bridge program—what it is, how it works, and what pharmacy teams need to know right now.

Get a clear overview of which GLP-1 medications are covered, who qualifies, and how to navigate key requirements like prior authorization and claim routing.

She also covers common points of confusion—like how the program differs from Medicare Part D, what the $50 copay actually means for patients, and what to watch for at the pharmacy counter.

If you’re fielding questions about GLP-1 access or preparing your team for this new CMS program, this episode will help you stay ahead and avoid workflow headaches.

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Clinical Resources from Pharmacist’s Letter, Pharmacy Technician’s Letter, and Prescriber Insights: 

• Article: Navigate Questions About the Medicare GLP-1 Bridge
• Chart: GLP-1 and GIP/GLP-1 Receptor Agonist Interactive Comparison Chart

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