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R E S O L U T I O N
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WHEREAS, Pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and pharmacy |
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students from across the state are gathering in Austin on |
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February 28, 2023, in celebration of Texas Pharmacy Day at the |
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State Capitol; and |
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WHEREAS, The history of the pharmacy profession in Texas |
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dates back to the 17th century, when Spanish explorers and |
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missionaries dispensed medicines and learned about Native American |
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remedies; and |
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WHEREAS, Today, pharmacists often serve as the primary point |
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of contact with the health care system for tens of millions of |
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Americans, and they play an increasingly important role in |
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counseling patients on the safe and effective use of prescription |
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medications; during the COVID-19 pandemic, pharmacists have |
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provided access to testing, treatment, and vaccination, services |
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that have helped to save countless lives and to limit the spread of |
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the virus in their communities; and |
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WHEREAS, Pharmacists work to provide affordable, lifesaving |
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medications in rural areas across Texas and the United States; |
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these valued members of the community live and work alongside |
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patients as neighbors, friends, and community leaders in addition |
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to their role as medical providers; such lasting relationships |
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build trust and confidence, making pharmacists better able to serve |
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as a resource when questions and concerns arise; and |
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WHEREAS, Champions on the front lines of health care, |
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pharmacists contribute immeasurably to the health and well-being of |
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their fellow Texans, and it is truly a pleasure to recognize the |
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members of this vital profession for their commitment to the |
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quality of life in their communities; now, therefore, be it |
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RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas |
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Legislature hereby recognize February 28, 2023, as Texas Pharmacy |
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Day at the State Capitol and extend to all those participating |
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sincere best wishes for an informative and enjoyable event. |