Using data from Jamaica, this article examines the need for more information and training in Third World pharmacies, and suggests a model of continuing education to promote informed and appropriate drug use. (Author/CT)

The influence that pharmacists can have in solving the problem of patients who either do not take their medication or take it improperly is discussed. The incidence of patient noncompliance in the treatment regimen is considered, based on research findings. It appears that most noncompliance is rooted in either the patient's inability to…

Previous research has established that rural pharmacists are often the first points of contact regarding health care for elders, and are "gatekeepers" for aging-related information. This project established regionally distributed co-operative arrangements with four schools of pharmacy, one state pharmacy association, and one national pharmacy…

Holism in health care, and specifically in pharmacy, are discussed, along with the views of patients and professionals concerning expanded pharmacists' roles, and the effects of those roles. In describing holism in health care, attention is directed to holism and several concepts: wellness versus the absence of disease; prevention; mind, body, and…

These teacher and student materials for a postsecondary-level course in pharmacy comprise one of a number of military-developed curriculum packages selected for adaptation to vocational instruction and curriculum development in a civilian setting. The purpose stated for the 256-hour course is to train students in the basic technical phases of…