COVID-19

Yes, they can. That’s the quick answer to the question of whether pharmacists can provide the services made possible under expanded scopes of practice and a growing slate of government-funded services.

In June, NACI said that the bivalent mRNA vaccines can be used for people receiving their first two-dose vaccination series.

Few studies have assessed blood gases and acid-base status during the wearing of surgical mask or N95s.

They’re gathering to discuss how to use $46 billion in new health funding that Prime Minister Justin Trudeau offered in February.

However, some still firmly oppose any effort to increase pharmacists’ scope of practice, including those related to public health activities.

Nancy Shaw, CEO of South Bruce Grey Health Centre says there are enough nurses in the healthcare system.

Primary care and pediatricians are in a good position to assess and manage.

Clinics and pharmacies that have the Janssen COVID-19 vaccine on hand should stop using them and send them back to the federal warehouse for disposal.