Think every sinus infection needs an antibiotic? Think again.

Updated guidelines for acute bacterial rhinosinusitis are sparking discussions about when antibiotics are truly warranted—and pharmacy teams play a key role in helping guide practice.

In this episode, TRC Healthcare Assistant Editor and Clinical Pharmacist Gina Corley, PharmD, explains new recommendations for “watchful waiting,” when to initiate antibiotics, supportive care measures to try, and more.

You’ll also hear practical pearls on first-line therapy, dosing strategies for amoxicillin and amoxicillin/clavulanate, and safe alternatives for penicillin-allergic patients. Plus, Gina shares tips for counseling patients and reducing antibiotic resistance while improving outcomes.

This is an excerpt from our December 2025 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: Keep A “Watch and Wait” Approach for Acute Sinusitis
• Chart: Managing Beta-Lactam Allergies
• Chart: Antibiotic Therapy: When Are Shorter Courses Better?

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Vaping is more popular than ever, especially among young adults, and pharmacy teams are in a prime position to guide patients toward cessation.

In this episode, TRC Healthcare editor, Gina Corley, PharmD, breaks down the health risks of vaping and shares unique barriers to vaping cessation. She also discusses how proven smoking cessation strategies (varenicline, nicotine replacement therapy, and bupropion) may work to help patients quit vaping. Plus, you’ll hear about counseling points and free resources to support patients in their quit journey.

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

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TRC Healthcare offers CE credit for this podcast for pharmacist subscribers at our platinum level or higher and pharmacy technician subscribers. Log in to your Pharmacist’s Letter or Pharmacy Technician’s Letter account and look for the title of this podcast in the list of available CE courses. None of the speakers have anything to disclose.

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

• Article: Help Patients Send Their Vaping Habits Up in Smoke
• Chart: Smoking Cessation Drug Therapy
• FAQ: E-Cigarettes and Vaping
• Podcast: Medication Talk - Smoking and Vaping Cessation

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RSV prevention is more important than ever, and pharmacy teams are on the front lines. In this episode, TRC Healthcare Associate Editor, Vickie Danaher, PharmD, reviews who should receive RSV vaccines, recent changes to age and risk-based recommendations, and how monoclonal antibodies protect infants and high-risk children.

You’ll also hear practical tips on the best time to vaccinate patients, co-administration with other vaccines, product nuances, and safety considerations to help confidently guide patients through RSV prevention this season.

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

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TRC Healthcare offers CE credit for this podcast for pharmacist subscribers at our platinum level or higher and pharmacy technician subscribers. Log in to your Pharmacist’s Letter or Pharmacy Technician’s Letter account and look for the title of this podcast in the list of available CE courses. None of the speakers have anything to disclose.

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

• Article: Stay Current on RSV Immunization Guidance
• Chart: RSV Vaccines
• Chart: Preventing RSV
• Chart: RSV Monoclonal Antibodies

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The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

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