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Doctor gets slammed for snooping into health records of politician, clinic staff and health authority employees
Dr. Ashwani Narang, a primary care physician in Rosetown, southwest of Saskatoon, accessed the medical records of 20 patients without their consent
Wholehealth celebrates 100th pharmacy location
Banner applauds visionary owners who are taking pharmacy in new directions

Ready–set–go: How Ontario pharmacists can hit the ground running with minor ailments services

A revised regulatory package is expected soon, likely in November, according to the Ontario Pharmacists Association
Intranasal corticosteroids may be protective against severe COVID-19

Study shows correlation between INCS usage and reduced hospitalizations and mortality
CMA president decries 'gaslighting' of healthcare workers over toll of COVID-19

Dr. Katharine Smart says there's a feeling of hopelessness among healthcare workers in the country that their governments are not listening to them as they try to manage the pandemic and feel there's no end in sight.
Risk of death 133% higher with Delta than original COVID, Canadian study finds

Some of the findings echo results from previous research, but co-author Dr. David Fisman believes the study is the first large-scale analysis to include Canadian data.
Not just for babies: Biotech startup taps breast milk for COVID treatment that keeps up as virus mutates

'Even now mother’s milk would be reflective of the most prevalent current strains,' says Lactiga co-founder Viraj Mane.
Pharmacy Technician Day a time to celebrate and educate

Tuesday, October 19 is the day that the profession worldwide pays tribute to pharmacy technicians
COVID-19 vaccine mandates for health workers: a look at their implementation across the country

Mandatory COVID-19 vaccines for healthcare workers has widespread support, but implementation differs across Canada
October reader contest: Your best tips for maximizing technicians

New reader contest: Share your tips for a chance to win a $50 Amazon gift card!