Two days into the project the team ran out of materials. They had thought her drawing was a little odd but had gone along with it, and she had thought they weren’t doing it right but hadn’t said anything. Because neither party opened up their mouth to ask a simple question, the solution cost each of them an additional $1,000.

As we dive into the ways providers can incorporate mindfulness into their practice, it's important that they approach mindfulness with an open mind, recognizing that different individuals may respond to various mindfulness practices. Integrating mindfulness into healthcare requires an understanding of the specific needs and preferences of both providers and patients. As with any new approach, ongoing self-reflection and adaptation are crucial for successful implementation.

Denson didn’t grow up wanting to be a pharmacy technician or even a pharmacist. He’s interested in chemical engineering but knew the road to that destination would be long. So, he decided to pursue a trade that was somewhat related to his interests, that wasn’t expensive to obtain, that could be completed in a short time frame, and that was growing in his area. His research led him to a go-at-your-own-pace pharmacy tech program at his local community college.

People choose to become nurses for a variety of reasons, and motivations can be deeply personal. Often it’s because a person has a strong desire to make a positive impact on the lives of others. Nurses play a crucial role in patient care and well-being, and the opportunity to contribute to the health and comfort of individuals can be highly rewarding. Another reason is their passion for healthcare. Some individuals have a genuine interest in healthcare and medicine. Nursing allows them to be actively involved in the field, applying medical knowledge and skills to help patients. A third reason is that nursing offers a wide range of specialties and settings. Whether working in a hospital, clinic, school, or community health setting, nurses can choose a path that aligns with their interests and passions.

There are many reasons why things can go wrong at the pharmacy, but getting angry or upset never helps speed things along. In fact, there are some things that pharmacists and pharmacy techs wish patients knew before coming in that could help mitigate a lot of issues that arise at the counter. After consulting with a pharmacy tech who’s worked in the field for over a decade, we’ve pulled together the most important ones.