Let Phar­ma­cists Prescribe

This podcast discusses the potential for pharmacists to play a larger role in healthcare delivery by prescribing medications and performing routine tests, addressing the shortage of primary healthcare practitioners. It explores the benefits and implementation of pharmacists having full practice authority, including increased accessibility and convenience for patients. The podcast also explores the idea of allowing pharmacists to handle low-level illnesses, while addressing concerns about safety and liability. It highlights the important role of pharmacists in prescribing birth control and HIV medications, and mentions workarounds implemented in some states to allow pharmacists to prescribe these medications.