Misinformation and its Impact on the Profession of Pharmacy
Honors Capstone Project
1
Advisor(s)
Dr. Karen Kier
Confirmation
1
Document Type
Paper
Location
ONU McIntosh Center; Ballroom
Start Date
18-4-2023 2:15 PM
End Date
18-4-2023 5:00 PM
Abstract
Presenter: Madison Webb Adviser: Dr. Karen Kier
Title: Misinformation and its Impact on the Profession of Pharmacy
Keywords: Misinformation, disinformation, pharmacy, consequences, public health, spread
Abstract:
The purpose of this presentation is to educate and inform health care professionals and the general population about the impact that misinformation and its spread can have on medical decisions and pharmaceutical practice. Currently, many state boards of pharmacy do not have consequences for the spread of misinformation, also referred to as false information. Each states’ board of pharmacy website was reviewed to identify any specific protocols in regards to misinformation. Additionally, each pharmacy boards’ protocol was compared to the protocol of other boards of medicine existing within the state. It is important to advocate for the spread of correct information so patients can make informed decisions about their healthcare. This issue was noted to have an especially high impact during the COVID-19 pandemic. The pandemic emphasized the concern of many pharmacists surrounding possible legal actions that can be taken against pharmacy licenses and a subsequent growing hesitancy to provide pharmacy services amidst misinformation. Overall, this presentation will provide valuable information to patients, providers, and educators about misinformation and its consequences on public health.
Recommended Citation
Webb, Madison J., "Misinformation and its Impact on the Profession of Pharmacy" (2023). ONU Student Research Colloquium. 11.
https://digitalcommons.onu.edu/student_research_colloquium/2023/papers/11
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Misinformation and its Impact on the Profession of Pharmacy
ONU McIntosh Center; Ballroom
Presenter: Madison Webb Adviser: Dr. Karen Kier
Title: Misinformation and its Impact on the Profession of Pharmacy
Keywords: Misinformation, disinformation, pharmacy, consequences, public health, spread
Abstract:
The purpose of this presentation is to educate and inform health care professionals and the general population about the impact that misinformation and its spread can have on medical decisions and pharmaceutical practice. Currently, many state boards of pharmacy do not have consequences for the spread of misinformation, also referred to as false information. Each states’ board of pharmacy website was reviewed to identify any specific protocols in regards to misinformation. Additionally, each pharmacy boards’ protocol was compared to the protocol of other boards of medicine existing within the state. It is important to advocate for the spread of correct information so patients can make informed decisions about their healthcare. This issue was noted to have an especially high impact during the COVID-19 pandemic. The pandemic emphasized the concern of many pharmacists surrounding possible legal actions that can be taken against pharmacy licenses and a subsequent growing hesitancy to provide pharmacy services amidst misinformation. Overall, this presentation will provide valuable information to patients, providers, and educators about misinformation and its consequences on public health.