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✨ CDC Update for Healthcare Providers! ✨ The

✨ CDC Update for Healthcare Providers! ✨

The CDC recommends doxycycline post-exposure prophylaxis (doxy PEP) to help prevent bacterial STIs.
Prescribers are encouraged to discuss doxy PEP with all gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men and transgender at increased risk for STIs.

💡 Why it matters: Early intervention = stronger sexual health outcomes. Let’s turn the tide on STIs together!

📢 Illinois ADVANCE helps providers stay ahead of the latest guidelines. Need support? Reach out for free clinical guidance!

How are you discussing doxy PEP with patients?

Source: https://www.cdc.gov/sti/hcp/doxy-pep/index.html

#STIprevention #DoxyPEP #CDCguidelines #HealthcareProviders #PublicHealth

📚 Illinois ADVANCE is dedicated to supporting r

📚 Illinois ADVANCE is dedicated to supporting rural healthcare prescribers across Illinois with unbiased, evidence-based drug information tailored to the unique challenges of rural practice.

Our expert pharmacists provide personalized, one-on-one academic detailing to help you navigate treatment decisions, optimize medication use, and improve patient outcomes in your community. Together, we’re enhancing healthcare access and quality—one visit at a time. 🤝✨
📑 #IllinoisADVANCE #RuralHealth #EvidenceBasedCare #AcademicDetailing #HealthcareForAll #IRHA

✨ Let Illinois ADVANCE be your healthy choice! ✨
We’re proud to be recognized as a Healthy People 2030 Champion, joining a network of organizations committed to improving health and well-being over the next decade. Together, we’re working toward a healthier future for all!

#HealthyPeople2030 #PublicHealth #PreventiveCare #WellnessForAll #HealthcareInnovation #IllinoisADVANCE #HealthyCommunities #HP2030

💡 Knowledge is Power in HIV Prevention! #MATEC

💡 Knowledge is Power in HIV Prevention!
#MATEC and #IllinoisADVANCE are making #HIV prevention and education more accessible for healthcare professionals across Illinois.
We equip clinicians with the latest tools and training to confidently prescribe PrEP, counsel patients, and strengthen #HIVPrevention efforts in their communities.
🔹 Why PrEP? It’s vital for preventing HIV before it starts.
🔹 Why Illinois ADVANCE? We provide free, expert guidance to help you integrate PrEP into practice seamlessly.
📢 Ready to make a difference? Schedule your FREE visit today!
👉 https://illinoisadvance.uic.edu/schedule-a-visit/
#PrEPWorks #GTZIL #GTZ #PublicHealth #PrEPPrescribing #HealthcareHeroes #STIprevention

Clinical Pharmacist ✔️ Academic Detailer ✔️ Healthcare Hero ✔️ … and now ACTION FIGURE! 💊💥
Academic detailing isn’t just a trend—it’s a proven strategy to improve patient outcomes and help you ADVANCE your clinical skills and communication! Ready to make an impact? Schedule a visit today at the link below!
👇
https://illinoisadvance.uic.edu/schedule-a-visit/

#AcademicDetailing #HealthcareHeroes #ImprovedOutcomes

🌟 A Start of a New Era in Pain Relief? 🌟 The

🌟 A Start of a New Era in Pain Relief? 🌟
The FDA recently approved suzetrigine (Journavx®), a novel non-opioid analgesic for moderate to severe acute pain in adults. Suzetrigine reduces the pain by selectively blocking sodium channels in the peripheral nervous system.

Through its longstanding support for development of non-opioid therapies, the FDA continues to take significant strides in reducing opioid dependence.

#PainRelief #NonOpioid #FDAApproved #OpioidAlternative #HealthInnovation #PainManagement

Source: https://www.fda.gov/news-events/press-announcements/fda-approves-novel-non-opioid-treatment-moderate-severe-acute-pain

🦠💔 Lyme disease doesn’t just affect the bo

🦠💔 Lyme disease doesn’t just affect the body – it takes a toll on mental health too.

Anxiety, depression, and brain fog are common struggles for those battling this illness, yet they’re often overlooked or misunderstood. As healthcare professionals, we must recognize these challenges and provide the support patients need.

Let’s raise awareness and encourage open conversations about the mental health impact of Lyme disease!

💚 Learn more about Lyme Disease and mental health at: https://www.illymeassociation.org/mental-health

#LymeDisease #MentalHealthAwareness #BreakTheStigma

🌼 Time to Spring into Action! 🌼 Spring is he

🌼 Time to Spring into Action! 🌼 Spring is here and there's no better time to get updated on the latest evidence-based insights for PEP, PrEP, HPV, and STIs. Join our expert clinical pharmacists for an engaging session designed to elevate your practice. With a focus on effective prescribing and counseling strategies, you’ll gain valuable knowledge to enhance patient care.

Don’t miss out—sign up today! ➡️ https://illinoisadvance.uic.edu/schedule-a-visit/

#IllinoisADVANCE #AcademicDetailing #ClinicalPharmacists #PatientCare #HIV #PEP #PrEP #STI

💬Talk. Test. Treat. Open conversations, regular

💬Talk. Test. Treat. Open conversations, regular testing, and prompt treatment are essential to maintaining sexual health. Let’s eliminate the stigma and take control of our well-being! 💙
Find out more at ashasexualhealth.org
#STIAwarenessMonth #GetTested

#TriviaTime #trivia #rosalindfranklin #mariecurie

#TriviaTime #trivia #rosalindfranklin #mariecurie #adalovelace #dorothyhodgkin #science #nobelprize #physics #chemistry

🚨 BIG ANNOUNCEMENT 🚨 Spring Special: Get a f

🚨 BIG ANNOUNCEMENT 🚨
Spring Special: Get a full year of academic detailing with Illinois ADVANCE for just $50!
…Just kidding! 😆
It’s still 100% FREE—because providing clinicians with unbiased, expert education should never come with a price tag.

Happy #AprilFoolsDay from your friendly neighborhood academic detailers! Help us spread the word (for free, of course).

#AcademicDetailing #IllinoisADVANCE #FreeEducation #ClinicianSupport #MedicalEducation #Pharmacists #HealthcareProfessionals #CME #AprilFools

🩺 Happy National Doctors' Day! 🎉 Today, we

🩺 Happy National Doctors' Day!

🎉 Today, we celebrate the dedicated doctors who work tirelessly to improve patient care and advance medical knowledge! At Illinois ADVANCE, we are grateful to collaborate with physicians who prioritize evidence-based practices and continuous learning to enhance healthcare outcomes.

To all the doctors making a difference today and every day—thank you for your dedication, compassion, and commitment to your patients! 💙

#NationalDoctorsDay #IllinoisADVANCE #AcademicDetailing #HealthcareHeroes #Physicians

👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️ Attention Nurse Practit

👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️ Attention Nurse Practitioners & Physician Associates! Stay up-to-date with the latest guidelines and earn continuing education credits for your license renewal—all in a quick virtual visit on a topic of your choice! 🖥️💡

Book your appointment with a clinical pharmacist at Illinois ADVANCE today! #HealthcareProfessionals #CECredits #NursePractitioners #PhysicianAssistants #VirtualLearning

🌟 March is Women's History Month Celebration! 🌟

This hashtag#WomensHistoryMonth, we’re highlighting someone you need to know 👏—celebrating the incredible contributions of our one and only Associate Dean Mary lynn Moody!

For 30+ years at UIC Retzky College of Pharmacy, Mary has made an impact as:
💊 Director of the Drug Information Center
📑 Helped establish key Illinois Medicaid services provided by the college (P&T monographs, prior auth, academic detailing)
⚖️ Associate Dean for Professional & Government Affairs since 2020 (advocating for pharmacists statewide & nationally!)

Her leadership helped pass landmark Illinois laws allowing pharmacists to prescribe:
💉 Immunizations
💊 Birth control
🩺 HIV PEP/PrEP

Mary graduated from UIC College of Pharmacy in 1979 and completed an ASHP-accredited Residency Program at Northwestern Memorial Hospital. She is a past president of ICHP and received the ICHP President’s Award in 1988 for her contributions to the Council and profession. She was also the ICHP Pharmacist of the Year in 2014 for all her work on behalf of the profession.

Drop a 🎉 in the comments to help us celebrate her!

#Pharmacy
#healthcare
#UIC
#pharmacist
#academicdetailing
#druginformation
#Medicaid

Bitten by a tick? 🦟 Don't panic! 1️⃣ Use f

Bitten by a tick? 🦟 Don't panic!

1️⃣ Use fine-tipped tweezers to grasp the tick as close to the skin as possible and pull straight out.
2️⃣ Clean the bite area with soap and water to reduce infection risk.
3️⃣ Monitor for symptoms like fever, rash, or fatigue—these could signal Lyme Disease.
4️⃣ Keep the tick in a sealed bag for testing and future reference.

Encourage your patients to consult a healthcare provider with any questions or concerns to prevent future health risks!

For more information on ticks and Lyme Disease, visit: https://www.illymeassociation.org/tick-basics

#TickBiteCare #LymeDiseasePrevention #HealthcareTips #StaySafeOutdoors #PublicHealth

🚭 Ready to help your patients quit smoking for

🚭 Ready to help your patients quit smoking for good? Illinois ADVANCE invites you to an interactive session on smoking cessation! Our clinical pharmacists will walk you through pre-cessation strategies, gold-standard treatments, and a comparison of the most effective interventions.

💡 Gain expert insights on prescribing the right smoking cessation medications and providing top-tier counseling support.

Let’s help your patients take the next step toward a smoke-free life. #SmokingCessation #IllinoisADVANCE #QuitSmoking #HealthyLiving #TobaccoFree

📅 Click the link to schedule a virtual or in-person visit today!
https://illinoisadvance.uic.edu/schedule-a-visit/

🔑 Unlock the Game-Changing Resource You Never K

🔑 Unlock the Game-Changing Resource You Never Knew You Needed! 🤯 Illinois ADVANCE offers easy-to-access, web-based CME courses. These courses deliver the latest, evidence-based clinical Information to keep you ahead in your profession. 📚

💻 Browse our topics today and start earning CME credits at this link: https://illinoisadvance.uic.edu/web-based-cme/

#IllinoisADVANCE #freeCME #onlinecourses #healthcare #HTN #NALOXONE #RSV #academicdetailing #healthcareheroes

🚨 Big updates coming for Buprenorphine-Containi

🚨 Big updates coming for Buprenorphine-Containing Transmucosal Products (BTODs) for opioid dependence! 🚨

Among several recommended changes, one proposed FDA label change highlights that dosages > 24 mg/day haven’t been fully studied in RCTs but may still be appropriate for certain patients.
Stay tuned for more updates on buprenorphine prescribing! 👀 #OpioidTreatment #Buprenorphine #FDAUpdate

Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2024/12/27/2024-30776/modifications-to-labeling-of-buprenorphine-containing-transmucosal-products-for-the-treatment-of

🚨 New CDC Guidelines for STI Prevention! 🚨

🚨 New CDC Guidelines for STI Prevention! 🚨

In 2023, the CDC brought together experts in infectious diseases and public health to assess the use of doxycycline postexposure prophylaxis (DoxyPEP) for preventing bacterial sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Their findings could reshape how we approach STI prevention!

📢 To learn more, sign up for an academic detailing session with Illinois ADVANCE and stay informed on the latest updates on DoxyPEP recommendations and STI prevention strategies at this link: https://illinoisadvance.uic.edu/schedule-a-visit/

#STIprevention #DoxyPEP #CDCUpdates #PublicHealth #HealthcareProviders

Source: doi:10.1001/jama.2024.24540

⏰ It’s Daylight Savings! 🌸 Spring is here,

⏰ It’s Daylight Savings!
🌸 Spring is here, and so is the time change!
How are we feeling? Are you thriving with the extra daylight 🌞 or still recovering from that lost hour of sleep? 😴☕

Let’s hear it!
👇 Drop a:
🌞 if you’re loving the longer days
😴 if you’re surviving on coffee and sheer willpower
☕ if you’re already on your third cup today!

#SpringForward #TimeChange #HealthcareLife #NurseLife #DoctorLife #TeamNoSleep

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