Vicki Wood
ARTICLES BY THIS AUTHOR
- 2/14/2023
Environmental stewardship and medication management
Steps pharmacists can take to reduce the impact of climate change on health outcomes. - 2/12/2023
CPhA: Our 2023 priorities
Shawn Bugden, the current chair of the Canadian Pharmacists Association, sets out the association’s roadmap for the year ahead. - 2/9/2023
The five words that influenced my pharmacy career
When my doctor first told me: “You have type 1 diabetes,” I had no idea how much those words would impact my life and influence my career choices. - 2/6/2023
Navigating unchartered waters: A glimpse into the life of a deaf pharmacist
My inability to hear with my ears does not define what I can do. It is my persistence, my grit, my, my will, and my curiosity that makes me who I am—a capable person with a “unique-ability.” - 2/2/2023
It’s never too late
As a single mother, broke and struggling after an abusive relationship, the decision to go to College to become a pharmacy technician was not the easiest path. But for me, it opened up a bright new future. - 1/26/2023
New pharmacist or veteran, don’t be afraid to take that career leap!
In another compelling essay submitted to our reader “Write to Win” contest, pharmacist Iris Lau recalls the fear—and rewards–of testing out new career waters. - 1/19/2023
What doesn't kill you makes you stronger
Like many, I've been dramatically challenged throughout the pandemic, both professionally and personally. As a pharmacist who is also life coach, I had to dig deep into what I do to help others and this time, help myself. - 1/11/2023
Of mice and…coffee cups
Pharmacist Janet Maretzki loves a good, hot cup of coffee. She also welcomes any opportunity to help out a neighbour. How could that possibly turn into disaster for a wayward mouse? You'll have to read her story to find out! - 1/10/2023
Mediterranean diet lowers risk of adverse pregnancy outcomes
The better the adherence, the greater the benefits, according to first major study of impact of lauded diet on pregnancy. - 1/4/2023
A pharmacy nightmare before Christmas!
Thanks to those who have already entered our "Write to Win" reader contest. In the coming weeks we'll be publishing your entries. First up is an excellent (and dare we say, perhaps triggering?) poem by pharmacist Lauren Sule. What a story! What a team!
