Medication Management

QUIZ: The latest on the flu shot
As we head into fall and winter, it’s time to start thinking about influenza.
Young Leader in Pharmacy Ajay Chahal: "I want to see pharmacists recognized for their full potential."
It's unfortunate but I still hear things like "pill pusher" or "pill counter" when referring to pharmacist skill sets. We are so much more than that and I will continue to advocate for pharmacists by creating systems where pharmacists can become leaders.

Extra dose of COVID vaccine beneficial to patients with hematologic cancers

Improved SARS-CoV-2 antibody levels seen in most groups.
Many acne vulgaris patients not using antibiotics for long enough

U.K. study suggests short-term use may contribute to repeat use and antimicrobial resistance.
Three common prescription documentation mistakes

Common prescription documentation mistakes found by the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia were highlighted in its PRP Insights publication on the topic.
More training required to vaccinate young children: Nova Scotia College of Pharmacy

NSCP describes the additional knowledge requirements in a new section titled “Drug Administration by Injection in Young Children” that it has added to the Standards of Practice: Drug Administration.
Case Report: A limp and a rash

A patient with an unusual symptom and extensive rash lead Dr. Robert Dickson to diagnose shingles.
B.C. pharmacist who reused syringe barrel suspended for one year

Bhanu Prasad Seelaboyina faces suspension and class-action lawsuit after reusing a syringe barrel for multiple COVID-19 vaccines last year.
Kevin Hamilton appointed new registrar, CEO for College of Pharmacists of Manitoba

Hamilton has served on the college’s council and committees for eight years in various positions.  
Updated Canadian guidelines on management of hidradenitis suppurativa

Aim to increase awareness of this chronic, inflammatory skin disease, reduce time to diagnosis and promote individualized management plans to achieve disease control.

QUIZ: The latest on the flu shot

Young Leader in Pharmacy Ajay Chahal: "I want to see pharmacists recognized for their full potential."

Extra dose of COVID vaccine beneficial to patients with hematologic cancers

Many acne vulgaris patients not using antibiotics for long enough

Three common prescription documentation mistakes

More training required to vaccinate young children: Nova Scotia College of Pharmacy

Case Report: A limp and a rash

B.C. pharmacist who reused syringe barrel suspended for one year

Kevin Hamilton appointed new registrar, CEO for College of Pharmacists of Manitoba

Updated Canadian guidelines on management of hidradenitis suppurativa