Illinois ADVANCE

Illinois ADVANCE Illinois ADVANCE is composed of clinical pharmacists from the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) Follow along to learn more about what we do!

We’re a group of 30 clinical pharmacists from the University of Illinois Chicago. In August 2019, the State of Illinois passed Public Act 101-0278, requiring the establishment of an evidence-based, non-commercial education program for Medicaid prescribers consisting of web-based curriculum and academic educator outreach. As a result of this legislation, the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Fa

mily Services has partnered with the University of Illinois Chicago College of Pharmacy to provide drug information and academic detailing services through Illinois ADVANCE.

Did you know IDPH released an updated standing order for reproductive health⁉️The updated standing order now allows trai...
08/07/2026

Did you know IDPH released an updated standing order for reproductive health⁉️

The updated standing order now allows trained pharmacists to provide additional contraceptive options, including prescription non-hormonal and emergency contraception.

Access the updated reproductive health order here:https://idfpr.illinois.gov/content/dam/soi/en/web/idfpr/forms/dpr/2026-06-24-contraception-standing-order.pdf

💉 Building vaccine confidence starts with meaningful conversations🚨Join IL ADVANCE for “Building Vaccine Confidence: Pra...
08/05/2026

💉 Building vaccine confidence starts with meaningful conversations🚨
Join IL ADVANCE for “Building Vaccine Confidence: Practical Communication Strategies for Healthcare Professionals”. You will gain practical, evidence-based techniques that address vaccine questions, build trust, and communicate with confidence.

Whether you're caring for patients in a clinic, hospital, or community setting, this session will provide actionable strategies you can apply right away!

📝 Register today and strengthen your vaccine communication skills! Click the link👉 https://illinoisadvance.uic.edu/education/academic-detailing-cme/building-vaccine-confidence-practical-communication-strategies-for-healthcare-professionals/

Is your practice ready for the National Immunization Awareness Month? Clinicians are on the frontlines protecting our co...
08/03/2026

Is your practice ready for the National Immunization Awareness Month? Clinicians are on the frontlines protecting our communities from vaccine-preventable illnesses. Staying current on school immunization requirements and building confidence in vaccine conversations can help support better patient outcomes.
Our team is here to help with educational resources and tools for your practice.

Contact us to learn more or schedule a visit at https://illinoisadvance.uic.edu/schedule-a-visit/

A major milestone in the world of pharmacy for Illinois!The passage of HB4154 modernizes pharmacist licensure by removin...
07/30/2026

A major milestone in the world of pharmacy for Illinois!
The passage of HB4154 modernizes pharmacist licensure by removing the MPJE exam barrier and replacing it with an Illinois-specific law education and assessment program. This streamlines the path to practice while keeping patient care standards high!

A special recognition goes to Mary Moody, BSPharm, and Garth Reynolds, BSPharm, whose exceptional leadership, advocacy, and commitment were instrumental in advancing this legislation. 👏
Thank you to everyone who collaborated to strengthen our workforce and improve community care.

Illinois Pharmacists Association (IPhA)

Illinois ADVANCE is excited to attend the IRHA Conference on July 29–30! 🎉We look forward to connecting, exchanging idea...
07/28/2026

Illinois ADVANCE is excited to attend the IRHA Conference on July 29–30! 🎉

We look forward to connecting, exchanging ideas, and learning from others who are working to make a difference in communities across Illinois.

Let us know in the comments if you’re attending. Hope to see you there!

Worth the reshare!! Did you know? 💡 Illinois passed HB2189, taking a massive step forward for diabetes care and healthca...
07/24/2026

Worth the reshare!! Did you know? 💡 Illinois passed HB2189, taking a massive step forward for diabetes care and healthcare affordability! Illinois HB2189 protects patients by lowering the 30-day insulin cost-sharing cap from $100 down to $35. It also creates an urgent-need program for eligible residents with less than a 7-day supply.
Healthcare should be accessible, not a financial hardship. Spread the word and read the bill text here:https://ilga.gov/documents/legislation/103/HB/PDF/10300HB2189.pdf

“Keep your medications in a cool, dry place." It’s standard advice, but what does that actually look like for a patient ...
07/22/2026

“Keep your medications in a cool, dry place." It’s standard advice, but what does that actually look like for a patient in July? ☀️

To a patient, a "dry place" might mean the bathroom cabinet (the highest humidity room in the house), or "handy" might mean sitting on a sunny kitchen windowsill or left in a glove box during errands.
When counseling patients this month, try asking open-ended tracking questions instead of just giving instructions: 🗣️ "Where do your medications sit during the day?" 🗣️ "If you get your prescriptions by mail, how long do they usually sit on the porch?"

A quick 30-second conversation about daily habits can prevent an inhaler malfunction or a diminished response to insulin, birth control, EpiPens, or other medications, before it happens.

🧴 The FDA finalized a historic order approving bemotrizinol (BEMT) for OTC sunscreens in the U.S.!The last time the U.S....
07/20/2026

🧴 The FDA finalized a historic order approving bemotrizinol (BEMT) for OTC sunscreens in the U.S.!
The last time the U.S. got a brand-new sunscreen ingredient was 25 years ago.

Here is the quick breakdown on why this is a major win for summer skin safety:
• Double Duty: It provides broad-spectrum protection against both UVA and UVB rays. ☀️
• Skin Deep: It has very low levels of absorption through the skin into the body.
• Family Friendly: The FDA deems it generally safe and effective (GRASE) for adults and kids 6 months and older.

While BEMT has been used safely across Europe and other countries for decades, it’s the very first ingredient approved under a new, streamlined FDA process meant to bring global health innovations to the U.S. faster.

💬 Let’s see who is ready for summer: Drop a 🕶️ in the comments if you knew the U.S. sunscreen market was this far behind, or leave a comment 👇 if you’re excited to see this hit the pharmacy shelves!

World Hepatitis Day Pop Quiz!True or False: There are vaccines available to prevent Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B.Swipe to...
07/16/2026

World Hepatitis Day Pop Quiz!

True or False: There are vaccines available to prevent Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B.
Swipe to find out 👉

High-quality, evidence-based CME shouldn’t cost you time or money.Illinois ADVANCE offers free, on-demand web-based CME ...
07/14/2026

High-quality, evidence-based CME shouldn’t cost you time or money.
Illinois ADVANCE offers free, on-demand web-based CME courses designed to fit into your busy schedule.

Stay current on the latest clinical recommendations and earn credits anytime, anywhere.
📚 Featured Course Topics Include:
• Cardiometabolic & Chronic Care: Type 2 Diabetes, Obesity Treatment (GLP-1s), Hyperlipidemia Updates
• Mental Health & Neurology: Dementia Care & Neuropsychiatric Symptoms
• Pain & Addiction: Buprenorphine for Chronic Pain, Ni****ne Dependence
• Infectious Disease: STI Management in Pregnancy, Lyme Disease Management

Access unbiased, medical education on your own terms.

🔗 Learn more and start learning today: https://illinoisadvance.uic.edu/education/web-based-cme/

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