How to Become a Pharmacist

The majority of pharmacists work within the community, for example, at a drugstore, or in a health care facility, such as a hospital or nursing home. These pharmacists dispense medications, counsel patients on the use of prescription and over-the-counter medications, and advise physicians about patients’ medication therapy.

However, more and more of those who become pharmacists these days are engaging in non-traditional pharmacy work. Some conduct research for pharmaceutical manufacturers, formulating new drugs and testing their effects. Others work in marketing or sales, providing clients with expertise on the use, effectiveness, and possible side effects of drugs.

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First 3D Mammogram Device Approved by FDA

The first three-dimensional mammogram device was approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on last Friday, February 11, 2011. The first X-ray mammography device has a three-dimensional image for proper screening and diagnosis for breast cancer.

According to Kristin Byrne, a chief of breast imaging for New York’s Lenox Hill Hospital a three-dimensional mammogram technology can help the women to satisfy the result. And about 10% of their first set of mammograms is not clear enough and require for a follow-up screening, by this first 3D mammogram device approved by FDA it will be lessen the effort of the patient and may help physicians more accurately detect and diagnose breast cancer.

The Selenia Dimensions System, marketed by Hologic Inc. of Bedford, Mass., was approved by the FDA which produces both conventional digital 2-D mammography images and 3-D images, and additionally that 3-D images be taken in tandem with 2-D images.

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