In this episode, TRC Healthcare editor, Vickie Danaher, PharmD, dives into the 2025/2026 flu vaccine season with a clear overview of what’s new and what remains consistent. From updated vaccine strain compositions and preferred products for older adults to thimerosal-free recommendations and egg allergy guidance, this episode equips you with the latest evidence-based insights.

She also tackles common patient questions, discusses coadministration with COVID-19 and RSV vaccines, and shares practical strategies to boost vaccine confidence and avoid administration errors.

Whether you're prepping for flu season or answering tough questions at the pharmacy counter, this episode has you covered.

This is an excerpt from our September 2025 Pharmacy Essential Updates continuing education webinar series.

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• Chart: Flu Vaccines for 2025-26 (United States)
• FAQ: Communicating About Flu Vaccination
• Article: Stay Current on RSV Immunization Guidance
• Article: Clarify Facts About COVID-19 Vaccines for 2025-2026

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In this episode, TRC Healthcare editor, Vickie Danaher, PharmD, discusses how pharmacists and pharmacy technicians play a vital role in ensuring access to buprenorphine for opioid use disorder treatment. She’ll explore approaches to addressing dispensing barriers, inventory management strategies, and the importance of recognizing opioid use disorder as a chronic condition requiring appropriate long-term care. 

This is an excerpt from our March 2025 Pharmacy Essential Updates continuing education webinar series.

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• Article: Break Down Barriers to Dispensing Buprenorphine for OUD
• FAQ: Management of Opioid Use Disorder
• Graphic: Opioid Reversal Agents Quick Start Guide
• Course: Substance Use Disorders and Pain Management: MATE Act Training

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In this episode, TRC Healthcare editor, Rachel Cole, PharmD, evaluates 3 new migraine treatments: Atzumi, Brekiya, and Symbravo. She'll explain their dosing techniques and how they compare to existing therapies, while providing practical guidance on clinical considerations and cost-effective alternatives for acute migraine management.

This is an excerpt from our August 2025 Pharmacy Essential Updates continuing education webinar series.

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• Article: Stay Up to Date on “New” Migraine Meds
• Chart: Drugs for Acute Migraine
• Chart: Migraine Prophylaxis
• FAQ: Medication Overuse Headache

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In this episode, TRC Healthcare editor, Rachel Cole, PharmD, unpacks the updated recommendations for H. pylori management, spotlighting why bismuth quadruple therapy is now front and center and how to navigate antibiotic resistance and patient-specific factors. You’ll come away with actionable pearls on regimen selection, adherence strategies, and which drug interactions to watch for. 

This is an excerpt from our February 2025 Pharmacy Essential Updates continuing education webinar series.

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• Article: Stay Current on H. pylori Treatment Guidance
• Chart: Helicobacter pylori: From Diagnosis to Eradication
• Graphic: Helicobacter pylori Treatment Summary

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In this episode, TRC Healthcare editor, Vickie Danaher, PharmD, digs into Suzetrigine—brand name Journavx—the first non-opioid analgesic approved in over two decades. 

You’ll hear how it works, how it compares to hydrocodone/acetaminophen, and why it might be a game-changer for patients at risk of opioid misuse. We’ll also unpack limitations in the clinical trials, cost concerns, dosing nuances, and key drug interactions to watch for. Plus, we’ll share tips for counseling patients and navigating formulary decisions, especially if your site participates in the manufacturer’s pilot program. 

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This is an excerpt from our April 2025 Pharmacy Essential Updates continuing education webinar series.

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• Article: Explain How Suzetrigine Stacks Up for Acute Pain
• Graphic: New Drug: Suzetrigine (Journavx)
• Resource: Analgesics for Acute Pain in Adults

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In this episode, TRC Healthcare editor, Vickie Danaher, PharmD, discusses recently approved drug formulations that bring fresh options—and new challenges—to the pharmacy counter. 

From Arbli, the first ready-to-use losartan suspension, to Emrosi, a low-dose minocycline for rosacea, and Opipza, an oral film version of aripiprazole, we’ll walk through what makes each product unique and what pharmacy teams should watch for. We also cover HemiClor, a 12.5 mg chlorthalidone tablet that may help patients avoid splitting unscored tabs, Neffy, a needle-free epinephrine nasal spray now available in a pediatric strength, and wrap up with biosimilar updates on Merilog and Omlyclo. 

This is an excerpt from our June 2025 Pharmacy Essential Updates continuing education webinar series.

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• Article: Watch for New Twists to Older Medications
• Chart: Angiotensin Receptor Blockers and Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitors
• Chart: Treatments for Rosacea
• Chart: Comparison of Commonly Used Diuretics
• Chart: Comparison of Atypical Antipsychotics
• Chart: Emergency Epinephrine Devices
• Chart: Facts About Biosimilars

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In this episode, TRC Healthcare editor, Sara Klockars, PharmD, BCPS unpacks the newly approved use of tirzepatide (Zepbound) for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)—a first-in-class pharmacologic option for a condition long managed with devices and lifestyle changes.

You’ll hear a concise review of sleep apnea pathophysiology, how tirzepatide works to reduce airway obstruction, and what the latest clinical trials reveal about its efficacy and safety. Plus,  you’ll get practical pharmacy-focused insights on side effect management, payer considerations, and how to avoid duplicate GLP-1 therapy. 

This is an excerpt from our April 2025 Pharmacy Essential Updates continuing education webinar series.

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• Article: Watch for Tirzepatide for Sleep Apnea
• Chart: GLP-1 and GIP/GLP-1 Receptor Agonist Interactive Comparison Chart

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In this episode, TRC Healthcare editor, Vickie Danaher, PharmD, guides listeners through the evolving landscape of biosimilars, highlighting their increasing presence in pharmacy practice and their critical distinctions from traditional generics. She explains the science behind biologics, the FDA’s rigorous approval process for biosimilars, and the nuances of interchangeability. With examples of biosimilars for Stelara, Humira, and Prolia, Vickie illustrates how pharmacists can confidently counsel patients, verify product details, and stay compliant with state laws. 

Whether you're stocking shelves or answering patient questions, this episode equips you with the knowledge to handle biosimilars with confidence, precision, and care.

This is an excerpt from our January 2025 Pharmacy Essential Updates continuing education webinar series.

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• Article: Brush Up on Biosimilars
• FAQ: Facts About Biosimilars

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In this episode, TRC Healthcare editor, Rachel Cole, PharmD, delves into the debate about whether newer medications for Type 2 diabetes, including SGLT-2 inhibitors or GLP-1 agonists, should be used first-line instead of metformin. She examines the benefitsand drawbacks of these newer medications, including their cardiovascular and kidney benefits, side effects, and costs.

This is an excerpt from our March 2025 Pharmacy Essential Updates continuing education webinar series.

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• Article: Stay Current on Med Recommendations for Diabetes
• Algorithm: Stepwise Treatment of Type 2 Diabetes
• Chart: Diabetes Medications: Cardiovascular and Kidney Impact
• Resource Hub: Diabetes

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In this episode, TRC Healthcare editor, Don Weinberger, PharmD, PMSP, explores how to avoid medication mishaps with pet prescriptions. Learn about common pitfalls, species-specific risks, and best practices for pharmacists and technicians.

This is an excerpt from our December 2024 Pharmacy Essential Updates continuing education webinar series.

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• Article: Don’t Chase Your Tail With Pet Rxs
• FAQ: Med Considerations for Cats and Dogs

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