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- 6/23/2022
Young Leader in Pharmacy Kristen Ramsdale: "I have a passion for teaching and shaping the next generation of pharmacy technicians."
The increasing scope of practice and evolving role of the pharmacy technician are a couple of the many things that excite me about being in this profession. Throughout the past two years, it has become quite evident how valuable pharmacy technicians are in the healthcare industry. - 6/23/2022
Gender affirming care in Canada comes with barriers and delays
Each province and territory has its own set of regulations to access hormonal or surgical treatment for people who are transgender - 6/23/2022
Tirzepatide shows promising results in treatment of both diabetes and obesity
Approved by U.S. FDA, drug has been submitted to Health Canada for approval. - 6/23/2022
The (medical) funny pages: Lord have MRSA!
Lions and tiger and antibiotic resistance, oh my! - 6/23/2022
'Real strain': Alberta health minister wants to reduce stress on healthcare after COVID-19
Alberta lifted the last few pandemic restrictions last week including mandatory masking on public transit and isolation for people who test positive for COVID-19 or have symptoms. - 6/23/2022
B.C. researcher raises concerns about racism in pregnancy and birth care
Researchers at UBC and University of California San Francisco analyzed data from a study of 2,700 people in the U.S. who were surveyed about their pregnancy and birth experiences between 2010 and 2016. - 6/22/2022
POLL: Is it time for national licensure in Canada?
Dr. Katharine Smart said in a recent interview that a pan-Canadian policy would expedite the inclusion of more internationally trained physicians. - 6/22/2022
Instagram - should pharmacists care?
Instagram may not be the first social media platform you think of if you're a pharmacist. Sure, Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn all spring to mind as useful tools to be part of the vibrant pharmacy community. But Instagram? - 6/22/2022
Walgreens launches clinical trial business
The retailer announced the launch of its clinical trial business, which the company said will “redefine the patient experience, and increase access and retention in sponsor-led drug development research.” - 6/22/2022
Nova Scotia attracted 163 new doctors in the last fiscal year, lost another 68
Michelle Thompson calls the number a success, although the province has yet to finish a new health workforce management plan that sets out specific recruitment targets.