Asthma Care Pharmacies
Pharmacists participating on the Utah Asthma Task Force presented the idea of implementing expanded asthma education at the pharmacy to help patients understand and manage asthma better. The Task Force decided that this project would utilize pharmacists and their skills and knowledge and allow patients to access additional resources.
As the group met with partners there was a tremendous interest in the project from pharmacists, physicians, health plans, and local Universities. These partners have been developing curriculum, identifying pilot pharmacies, developing the information and education that the pharmacist will provide for the patient.
The Asthma Care Pharmacies are looking for participants. If you or someone you know could benefit from this program contact one of the participating pharmacies.
Mission
To assist people with asthma in improving their quality of life by providing the tools and resources necessary to maximize and promote wellness at asthma-friendly pharmacies.
To read more about the program click here.
Pharmacy Education Materials
Asthma Information
Medications
- Alberterol and Levalbuterol (Espanol)
- Antihistamines (Espanol)
- Asthma Medicines (Espanol)
- Inhaled Steroids (Espanol)
- Leukotriene Modifiers (Espanol)
- Long Acting Bronchodilators (Espanol)
- Nasal Steroids (Espanol)
- Peak Flow Meter (Espanol)
- Xolair (Espanol)
Inhaler Technique (CHEST Handouts) (Spanish)
Pharmacist Communication
Evaluation
- Asthma Control Test (ACT)
- Asthma Quality of Life Questionnaires (contact Rebecca Jorgensen for additional copies)
- PUFIIT - Inhaler Technique Assessment (We would like to track the use of PUFFIIT. If you are NOT a Asthma Care Pharamcist and use PUFIIT, please contact Rebecca Jorgensen.)
- Asthma Questionnaire (Spanish)
- Economic Impact Survey (Spanish)
For more information about Asthma Pharmacies contact:
Rebecca Jorgensen
Health Program Specialist
(801) 538-9272
rjorgens@utah.gov