Medication Management

Pharmacist prescribing to improve blood pressure control provides high economic value

U.S. analysis estimates that improving blood pressure control through pharmacist prescribing could save $1.137 trillion (US) and 30.2 million life-years over 30 years.
Pharmpreneur of the week Sivajanan (Siva) Sivapalan: ‘When you recognize mentors in your life, keep them close’

The Canadian pharmacy sector is ripe for innovation and entrepreneurship, and connecting with inspiring figures can catalyze your professional journey.
CPhA to submit complaint to Competition Bureau around new ESC fee

Association also encourages pharmacists who are upset about the upcoming new fee to reach out to their MPs.
Innovator: Pascale Arsenault awarded for telepharmacy effort

Available through the Jean Coutu network, telepharmacy provides relieve to overwhelmed pharmacists.
Finger sepsis

We've come a long way in controlling—but not conquering—germ invasion.
If Santa made a clinic visit...

Speculating on the potential health woes of this North Pole legend.
Clinical considerations in prescribing oseltamivir (Tamiflu, generics) for influenza

Answers to common questions about oseltamivir indications, dosage, patient assessment, adverse effects and drug interactions.
SK pharmacists given authority to prescribe for more ailments

Latest addition brings number of minor ailment conditions pharmacists in the province may assess to 30.

Offering Opioid Agonist Treatment over the holidays? Here’s what you need to know