Is it time to axe the fax? Some Metformin drugs recalled due to the presence of NDMARanbaxy Pharmaceuticals announcement follows similar news from Apotex Canada prepared to monitor for community spread of COVID-19: Dr. Tam The world is at a decisive point in its fight to contain the virus, which has now spread to 46 countries Cross-country pharmacy check-in with Geraldine Vance, BC Pharmacy Association Paul Blanchard leaves NBPA for new opportunity at dental society The executive director of 15 years will hand the reins over to Janet MacDonnell, who will serve as interim executive director Promising new results from new B.C. study on genomic testing in community pharmacy The second phase of a UBC study suggests PGx testing is a valuable tool for ensuring patients get the right drug at the right dose and with little or no side effects. Disreputable doctors New study examines tolerability of newer antiseizure medications Intolerable adverse effect rate has not improved over the past three decades despite increased use of second-generation antiseizure meds Watch for calcium channel blocker–loop diuretic prescribing cascade in older hypertensive patients Ontario study finds higher incidence of loop diuretic prescribing in older adults started on CCBs compared to ACEIs, ARBs or other meds Conscience rights matter Many physicians’ groups have expressed concern about being forced to make a referral for this service, in violation of their morals and ethics First Previous 811 812 813 814 815 Next Last
