The Roger PharmD Show

I've been turning a blind eye. I’ve rejected patients before but it never felt like I was helping. If you’ve ever tried to force a smoker to quit, you know what I mean. You‘re usually met with annoyance, resentment, and deceit. Quitting anything has to be a choice the person makes — especially with something this addicting. Persuasion and influence are your best tools, not force and rejection. The problem is... I don't have enough time. You'll know what I mean. Check the episode out!

The study I'm referencing can be found here: https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lanpsy/article/PIIS2215-0366(18)30227-X/fulltext Definitely check it out. I think this is very encouraging for my patients. I hope you found value in it as well!

Take a close look at your med cabinet. I have a feeling there's at least one or two things in there that you don't need anymore. Ask a professional!

We can't ignore this problem.

Are you kidding me?!

An intro on silent killers and invisible illnesses. Take your meds everyone.

We just don't. I think it's partly due to how fast our tech is expanding. What do you think?

I can't believe the negligence. This could happen to anyone. Be careful at these health fairs!

A poorly-timed hickey can kill people! Here's how it happened. #stroke is no joke. Use the acronym FAST to help spot someone having a stroke.

What's Amazon been doing to healthcare? Let's stay updated together. On this episode, I go through some of the most recent activities of Amazon pertaining to healthcare. Personally, I can't wait for their big plans to come to fruition.

It's a matter of time before everyone starts talking about #mentalhealth. Before the pretenders start yapping, make sure you start talking first! Spread knowledge now! Make a change!

Worms aren't all bad! As it turns out, they carry some healing properties that can help us fight off diseases like obesity and diabetes. Does it disgust you?

Did you hear about Facebook? Mark Zuckerburg is being called into questioning as news hits that Facebook is selling our privacy.

More is not always better and this is one of those cases. Don't overeat while you're breastfeeding. It could put your baby at risk of early puberty (which is BAD), diabetes, and fertility risks.

We're used to the usual tips. We know the usual questions. "What makes you a good candidate?".... "Tell me your strengths." Here are 3 unusual tips that'll put you miles ahead of your competitors.

Since luck plays such an important role in the trajectory of our lives, we need to figure out how to deal with unlucky moments. Here's what I think is the most important thing to do.

A study in Italy tells all. The results are surprising and highly applicable to our daily decisions... Check it out!

Experts are worried that mental health issues in the city are getting out of hand. The CEO of the hospital is not doing anything about it and the psychiatrists are finally speaking up.

Here is the not-so-short and sweet intro to the common vitamins and minerals I get asked about. Remember to check with a healthcare professional to see if it's right for you!

Uber wants to help patients improve compliance by providing them with rides to the clinic. This will hopefully reduce healthcare costs by increasing checkups, vaccinations, etc.

Men aren't as simple as we thought. There are things in the male psychy that prevents them from really thriving and leading a healthier life. Listen to these issues and make sure you don't do them.

Today, I meet with an alcoholic. I'm asked by his wife to address his drinking. He is unaware of his wife's concerns.

Bad news for us all. In 2010, there was a study that concluded it took an annual income of $75000 to reach peak happiness. The newest study shows that it's increased to $105000! Yikes!

Loneliness is correlated to DEATH. Research has shown that the lonelier you are, the more likely you'll die or develop certain chronic diseases. This is especially relevant for the elderly population as about 17% of the seniors in America report that they're either lonely or isolated. Reach out to someone who's lonely today!

CNN reports, "In a tweet Thursday, President Donald Trump described someone who would shoot up a school as a "savage sicko." At CNN's town hall on the Parkland, Florida, school shootings on Wednesday, NRA spokeswoman Dana Loesch described the gunman as "an insane monster" who is "nuts" and crazy." And at a White House briefing Thursday, the President again used the term "sicko."" Here's more information!

Meditation sounds like pseudoscience...But is it really? Should you try? I go over some facts and some common techniques for meditating.

Health isn't on top of everyone's mind. In fact, it's probably not on top of most people's priorities. What will interest you more?

"Amazon has quietly launched an exclusive line of over-the-counter health products in a possible challenge to pharmacy retail chains that could spark a price war and put pressure on store-brand profit margins. Technically, the company doesn't own these products, which are produced by private-label manufacturer Perrigo, but it does put Amazon in a position to squeeze other retailers. The e-commerce giant launched the Basic Care line in August, including 60 products ranging from ibuprofen to hair regrowth treatment. Pharmacies make money when people walk in looking to grab medicine and end up buying cosmetics and other goods. They're already losing traffic as people shop for those products online, including on Amazon. Giving them another possible reason to skip the store could hurt even more." - CNBC

My spoiler-free take on Marvel's Black Panther. You need to watch it!

"Musical theatre legend Andrew Lloyd Webber has revealed his struggles with depression in a new memoir called Unmasked.  According to The Mirror, the book details how Webber considered taking his own life more than once, with the latest episode of depression arriving amid serious health problems including prostate cancer and severe back pain. “It was absolute agony and utterly despairing,” he wrote. ”I did think of suicide. It was so painful and I couldn’t sleep and you go on thinking about it.”" - mirror.co

The information we get might be simplified already. Be careful when we try to explain the same concepts to our friends. We might be oversimplifying things. Like a case of broken telephone.

"A football coach. An athletic director. And young, eager and forward-looking students. They were among the 17 people killed by a gunman Wednesday at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida. Broward County Sheriff Scott Israel said Thursday that all families who lost loved ones in the shooting have been notified." - CNN

Love has a lot of benefits! Here are a few reasons why you should hey paired up this Valentine's Day.

"It works out at roughly 38 condoms each and gives competitors enough opportunity to heat up what could be the coldest winter games in 20 years. Manufacturer Convenience donated most of the condoms but doesn't expect the athletes to use them all. With the competition lasting just 16 days, it would be some achievement. Hook-ups are rumoured to be commonplace in the Olympic Village. Despite the large quantity, at least one athlete has apparently questioned the quality of the condoms handed out." - BBC News

Science is boring. Clickbait, sensationalism, and polarizing opinions are what's in. We have to be careful of pseudoscience. No matter how boring real research is, we have to spend the time to do it.

"New research from the Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis has found strong evidence that disruptions in sleep cycles could be an early, preclinical sign of Alzheimer's disease. A further companion study in mice found that circadian rhythm disruptions could directly accelerate the accumulation of amyloid plaques in the brain – the build-up of which are strongly linked to Alzheimer's disease and memory loss." - Newatlas

Why do we do this?

"Apotex Inc. is recalling a batch of Alysena 28 birth control pills. The company says they may not be effective in preventing pregnancy because the pills were chipped. Alysena 28 is a prescribed birth control pill, with 21 “active” pills and 7 “inactive” pills. The “active” pills were the ones with chips, Health Canada said, which means they may contain less of the active drug ingredients." - Global News

"Émilie Ricard’s post, shared over 50,000 times in 2 days, blames Gaétan Barrette for poor working conditions. Quebec's federation of nurses says many of its members are burning out and that the social media post written by a nurse in Sherbrooke is a typical day-in-the-life account of health care workers across the province." - CBC News

Seriously... Don't put your health in the hands of others. You have to be responsible for your own well-being. Two simple reasons. 1) Healthcare providers are human and are prone to mistakes. 2) You have the most stakes out of all of us.

"Hypnosis is a state of human consciousnessinvolving focused attention and reduced peripheral awareness and an enhanced capacity to respond to suggestion. The term may also refer to an art, skill, or act of inducing hypnosis." - wiki Here's my take on hypnosis in healthcare and why should think about it more!

"What are some herbal supplements for anxiety?" Everyone has anxiety at some point. Here are some solutions I suggest! 1) Chamomile 2) L-theanine 3) Hops 4) Valerian and more!

"A new study conducted by researchers at the University of Rochester Medical Center found that low levels of alcohol consumption can actually lower inflammation in the brain and help it clear away toxins, including those linked to serious diseases like Alzheimer's. The study, published in the journal Scientific Reports, focuses on the glymphatic system, which is the brain's cleaning process. When mice were exposed to low levels of alcohol consumption — comparable to two-and-a-half drinks per day — they showed less inflammation in their brains and a more efficient waste removal process, compared to mice who were not exposed to alcohol." - CNBC

"A Boston pharmacist, Glenn Chin, was sentenced Wednesday to eight years in prison for his role in a 2012 meningitis outbreak that killed 64 people and infected more than 700, according to the Massachusetts Attorney's Office. "Glenn Chin will be trapped in a prison of sorrow and guilt for the rest of his life," his attorney Stephen Weymouth said in a statement. "He knows that the victims will suffer for the rest of their lives." A federal jury convicted Chin in October on 77 counts including racketeering, racketeering conspiracy, mail fraud and introduction of misbranded drugs; he was acquitted of second-degree murder." - CNN

We're all struggling inside. Working with medications has opened my eyes. Some of the most awesome and charismatic people are actually on anxiety and depression medications. Don't judge a book by it's cover. Your happy-go-lucky friend might be struggling deep inside. Pay attention to that!

There are certain things everyone know to look out for. But aside from trans fats, sugars, and salts, what else should you worry about? What can cause infertility, cancer, or hyperactivity? Listen to find out!

What's the most dangerous drug? It's one that too many children are on. It's killing their ability to think outside the box and be innovative. It's Concerta, Ritalin, Vyvanse, Biphentin, and more.

"In 50 years, what will medicine and healthcare look like?" There will be two paradigm shifts in healthcare. First, we will shift our focus to prolonging health-span over lifespan. Second, we will enter Healthcare 3.0 where medicine and patient care is hyper-personalized using technology.

iPhone's newest update allows it to keep track of your medical records. It's a great way to keep track of your lab values, vaccination records, and more. Will there be privacy issues?

"Confidential industry data reveals a morning sickness pill taken by hundreds of thousands of Canadian women did not meet the company's own targets for efficacy. The drug is called Diclectin, a combination of vitamin B6 and a common antihistamine, and is recommended as a treatment for women suffering from nausea and vomiting during pregnancy. Canadian doctors write 300,000 prescriptions for Diclectin every year." - CBC