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Suicide prevention: The pharmacist’s role in saving lives

Suicide prevention: The pharmacist’s role in saving lives

CPE

Zachary Hill, PharmD, BCPP, MA

A pharmacist consulting with a distressed patient.

I had not seen him in my ofce for almost a year. Generally, when I have a patient who I have not seen for some time, I'm able to locate some notes through the chart that prompts me for the reason they have outreached. In my line of work with substance use and co-occurring mental health concerns, there is usually a precipitating event such as recent emergency department visit where an individual expresses they have been struggling with substance use. Other times, it may be due to pending legal charges, and they are looking to connect with medications for SUD and psychosocial treatment.

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To obtain 1 hour of CPE credit for this activity, complete the CPE exam and submit it online at www.pharmacist.com/education. A Statement of Credit will be awarded for a passing grade of 70% or better. You have two opportunities to successfully complete the CPE exam. Pharmacists and technicians who successfully complete this activity before August 1, 2028, can receive credit. Your Statement of Credit will be available online immediately upon successful completion of the CPE exam.

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Posted: Aug 8, 2025,
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