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Why this pharmacist is partnering with a cannabis retail brand

Anushya Vijayaraghevan wants to teach cannabis users about the health benefits of the drug—and thinks connecting with a wellness-focused cannabis retailer will help reach more patients.

Clinical

IV therapy clinics are becoming more popular: What patients need to know

IV therapy clinics are springing up around the U.S. and Canada, touting quick ways to recover from a hangover or a hard workout. But doctors and regulators preach caution.

Infectious Diseases/Vaccines

How many asymptomatic STI cases are sneaking under the radar?

In a pilot study where four Nova Scotia community pharmacies were allowed to offer self-testing for chlamydia and gonorrhea, test positivity rates were three-to-seven times higher than expected.

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