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CPhT Strong

Stories from the Front Lines

#CPhTStrong honors the nation’s pharmacy technicians who showed heroic strength, courage, and hope as they faced unprecedented demands in the battle against COVID-19. Many technicians took on increased responsibilities and long hours to support vulnerable patients, address medication shortages, prepare essential medications, restock supplies, and console the ill, all while risking their own health. 

Caring For Patients in Uncertain Times

April 20, 2020

Caring For Patients in Uncertain Times

"Even the most vulnerable are assured I will take care of them during the scariest times."

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Technicians on the Front Line

April 17, 2020

Technicians on the Front Line

"We obtain medication histories and assist pharmacists in emergencies for ALL patients, including those with COVID-19."

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New Job, Rules, and Challenges

April 16, 2020

New Job, Rules, and Challenges

"The main struggle/challenge that I’m facing is that this is my second month as a pharmacy technician and I am still learning..."

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Making a Difference in Orland Hills, Illinois

April 16, 2020

Making a Difference in Orland Hills, Illinois

"It makes you feel good knowing we are making a difference going above and beyond customer service in our most difficult times..."

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Giving a Hand to the Underserved

April 14, 2020

Giving a Hand to the Underserved

"All of our patients need help with their treatment and getting all of their free/low cost treatment so they can isolate themselves has been a challenge."

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A Day in the Life of a Senior Pharmacy Technician During COVID-19

April 14, 2020

A Day in the Life of a Senior Pharmacy Technician During COVID-19

"I have been a Certified Senior Technician for 19 years. I have never experienced anything like this pandemic."

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Working While High-Risk

April 14, 2020

Working While High-Risk

"The main techs in our pharmacy are all high-risk, including myself, but we show up and we are getting the job done."

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Smiling Eyes Behind a Mask

April 14, 2020

Smiling Eyes Behind a Mask

"My biggest success is seeing smiling eyes behind the mask of most of the patients we serve."

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Here for Our Patients

April 14, 2020

Here for Our Patients

"We are working as fast as we can, trying to keep everything clean and sanitized..."

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