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American pharmacy chains improve patient safety measures
American pharmacy giant CVS says it has upgraded computer alert systems in pharmacies nation-wide to better protect patients. This comes in the aftermath of a Chicago Tribune article last year that exposed pharmacies often fail to warn patients about deadly drug combinations.
Educational efforts reduce docusate use in hospitalized patients
Alberta pharmacists reduce use of stool softener that has limited efficacy in preventing constipation

UHN scientists develop less invasive test for diagnosing multiple myeloma
Pharmacist launches new OTC smoking cessation supplement

A new first-of-its kind natural health product developed by an Ontario pharmacist aims to help patients kick the habit.
Action video game enthusiasts have less gray matter: study
Doctors trained at top-ranked medical schools are the least likely to prescribe opioids

New study finds 'striking relationship' between training and frequency of prescriptions written
CPhA provides cross-Canada scan of naloxone availability

In light of the current opioid crisis in Canada, CPhA has created an environmental scan of naloxone availability to better understand how it is accessible to patients across the country.
Study calls for new approach in TB screening for healthcare workers
Prescription opioids often go unused after surgery

Better practices are needed to reduce oversupply of the drugs, researchers
New, costly cardiac tests no more effective than cheaper one: ICES

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