The Hog Pharm

State Employees Forced To Medicare Part D

Pharmacist, Jett Jones, discusses the recent decision by the Arkansas State Government to force retired state employees over the age of 65 to Medicare Part D. What does it mean for patients? What does it mean for pharmacists?

Flu Shots, Open Enrollment, and Diabetes Management

* When, why, and what kind of flu shot you should receive in 2019 * How to help patients with Medicare Part D Enrollment * Diabetes Management Tips w/ Kelly Flye, RN * Diabetic Life Hacks

CBD, Pet Meds, and a New Bone Builder

The Pharm discusses all of the hype surrounding CBD, breaks down the new bone builder (Evenity), and gives the skinny on pharmacokinetics of pet meds. Special guest-Nick Byrd, UAMS College of Pharmacy.

Grass Roots and The Arkansas Pharmacist Association

New APA CEO, John Vinson, joins the pod to discuss his goals and the direction of the Arkansas Pharmacist Association in 2019. We also highlight ways to establish and maintain grass root relationships with our state's legislatures and representatives currently fighting for our pharmacy profession!

The Opioid Epidemic

THV11's Anchor/Journalist, Laura Monteverdi, joins The Hog Pharm to discuss The Opioid Epidemic and her award-winning documentary, "Saving A Generation." Topics include: The different populations affected by opioid addiction, the importance of Narcan, and the pharmacists' role in assisting patients in recovery.