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- 4/16/2012
New research project to look at effects of cancer treatment on kids
The federal government, through the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) and six leading cancer organizations, is investing $12 million over five years to support four new research teams that will seek ways to reduce the harmful effects of cancer treatment on children, including damage to the brain, heart and other major organs. - 4/16/2012
February/March Tech Talk now online
Discover how the road to regulation led to a teaching opportunity for Ontario technician Delia Littlejohn. Plus, what NAPRA is doing to harmonize regulated technician practice across the country. - 4/15/2012
Wildrose leader will expand health inquiry to include doctor intimidation and queue-jumping
CALGARY _ Alberta's Wildrose party says it will expand the scope of a judicial health inquiry to include allegations of doctor intimidation and queue-jumping. - 4/15/2012
NL pharmacist association reaches tentative contract
A tentative four-year agreement on payment for professional services has been reached by Government and the Pharmacists’ Association of Newfoundland and Labrador (PANL). - 4/15/2012
How common is off-label drug prescription?
McGill team examines the practice of prescribing medications for indications that have not received regulatory approval from Health Canada - 4/15/2012
Blueprint for Pharmacy fundraising campaign reaches $1 million
Launched in November 2010, the Blueprint fundraising campaign pledged to raise $3.5 million by the end of 2013 to support projects that will contribute to achieving the Vision for Pharmacy. - 4/12/2012
iBGStar: new blood glucose monitor
Device is the first blood glucose monitor in Canada that can connect seamlessly to an iPhone or iPod touch. - 4/12/2012
Press Review - April 13, 2012