Practice Tips

Pharmacist in hot water after patient records found blowing around parking lot

A pharmacist who didn’t take proper care when disposing patient records has been ordered to complete a remediation program.
A doctor’s worth: thoughts on value in uncertain times
Most Canadians unaware of threat of antimicrobial resistance: survey

A new survey looking into Canadians’ knowledge about antimicrobial resistance (AMR) has found that many people are unfamiliar with and unconcerned about the public health risks of AMR.
The doctor as a dickhead
Acetaminophen prevents febrile seizure recurrence during the same fever episode

Study shows rectal acetaminophen is safe and effective for this purpose in infants and young children
B.C. pharmacist saves customer's life with naloxone

Quick action by staff at London Drugs saved a 24-year old man’s life after he overdosed in the store’s washroom.
Canada's first pharmacist-led patient care clinic wins 2019 Quality Award

The Pharmacists Clinic at the University of British Columbia (UBC) is one of the winners of the 2019 Quality Award presented by the BC Patient Safety & Quality Council (BCPSQC).
Why diversity matters

B.C. walk-in clinic doctors want equal pay but association says relationship with patients key