Medication Management

More than prescribed: 10-year restriction and $13K liability for giving patient excessive opioids
Winnipeg pharmacist owner Robert Nieman also allowed a pharmacist restricted from ordering controlled drugs to make purchases using his credentials, said the College of Pharmacists of Manitoba.
POLL: Have you had an injury or health issue from administering vaccines?
Giving injections day-in and out within a compressed period can lead to health issues such as repetitive strain injuries. Has this been a problem for you, or is it something you’re worried about?

The burden of pruritus in psoriasis

Study looks at the characteristics of pruritus in patients with psoriasis.
Pharmacist email alerts fail to reduce co-prescribing of benzodiazepines and opioids

Study examines whether email alerts sent by pharmacists to prescribers and primary care managers reduce co-prescribing of opioids and benzodiazepines.
10 ways to make repackaged APIs safer: ISMP

The Institute is offering design considerations for safer labelling of repacked APIs as well as examples to prevent potentially fatal mix-ups.
FIP releases handbooks on managing asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

The International Pharmaceutical Federation has released two new resources for pharmacists.
B.C. pharmacists welcome new prescription powers, but eye administrative burden

Health Minister Adrian Dix announced the expansion last week as part of a plan to address human resource challenges that are contributing to an ongoing healthcare crisis.
Young Leader in Pharmacy Justin Dovale: "I'm truly amazed by the creativity and ingenuity of our young pharmacy leaders."

As accessible healthcare providers, pharmacists are well-positioned to make a great impact for their patients in various ways. I'm most excited about using our accessibility and positioning within the broader healthcare system to fulfill unmet needs.
Addictions docs, Ontario govt. reach virtual care deal after outcry from physicians

The issue arose after the Ministry of Health and the OMA reached a "physicians services agreement'' in February.
P.E.I. to implement Medication Incident Reporting

All community pharmacies to start reporting medication incidents/near misses by January 31, 2023.

More than prescribed: 10-year restriction and $13K liability for giving patient excessive opioids

POLL: Have you had an injury or health issue from administering vaccines?

The burden of pruritus in psoriasis

Pharmacist email alerts fail to reduce co-prescribing of benzodiazepines and opioids

10 ways to make repackaged APIs safer: ISMP

FIP releases handbooks on managing asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

B.C. pharmacists welcome new prescription powers, but eye administrative burden

Young Leader in Pharmacy Justin Dovale: "I'm truly amazed by the creativity and ingenuity of our young pharmacy leaders."

Addictions docs, Ontario govt. reach virtual care deal after outcry from physicians

P.E.I. to implement Medication Incident Reporting