Posted on May 31, 2007 by B
There was this cheery orientation video that we all had to watch with the rest of the newbies during the Human Resources’ led introduction. I cannot remember the exact name of it, but it had phrases come across the screen of what staff members should NOT say to other members of the staff or [...]
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Posted on May 26, 2007 by B
Phentermine is a sympathomimetic amine with pharmacologic properties similar to the amphetamines. The mechanism of action in reducing appetite appears to be secondary to CNS effects, including stimulation of the hypothalamus to release norepinephrine.
My BMI was 25.1 today, so the doctor wrote me a prescription for phentermine for 30 days.
I weighed 158 pounds though I [...]
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Posted on May 26, 2007 by B
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued an alert on May 21, 2007 informing healthcare providers of a potential cardiovascular safety issue raised by a recent meta-analysis (Nissen, 2007). Nissen and Wolski reviewed 42 randomized, controlled studies (each >6 months duration) in patients with type 2 diabetes or impaired glucose tolerance. Each study included compared [...]
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Posted on May 26, 2007 by B
It’s been nice having a break from working with the Negatives at work. I haven’t missed the negativity. I haven’t missed the fighting over a certain job (to NOT do it). I haven’t missed hearing my boss tell us daily to gather together for the morning meeting and say the same little [...]
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Posted on May 14, 2007 by B
Welcome to my blog where I will rant and rave about my profession and the people I come into contact with on the job. A little bit about me: I’m a blonde. I’m a pharmacist. I wish to remain anonymous to really allow the creative juices to flow. I work [...]
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