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  • Is COVID-19 still a threat?

    The COVID-19 pandemic has reshaped our lives, societies, and the world at large. As the pandemic continues to evolve, there is a growing need for updated information on its trajectory and the measures in place to control it. In this exclusive interview, we sit down with renowned epidemiologist Dr. Raywat Deonandan from the University of Ottawa to discuss the ongoing pandemic and crucial topics related to COVID-19.
    Lindsay Dixon
  • Why pharmacists should avoid cutting their own lawn

    Some bets in life are simple once you wrap your mind around them. For years, my wife and I resisted paying someone to cut our lawn. Despite the insane schedule that comes with being connected to a few pharmacies, triathlon training and everything that two children brought our way, I was fixated on the cost of paying someone.
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  • Which type of magnesium is best?

    I guarantee that your patients are looking for magnesium on your shelves right now, and I guarantee that they are confused. Have you ever wondered why there are so many different types of magnesium and which ones are better or worse when it comes to side effects?
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  • The hope of healthcare – strategies for navigating risk, part 1

    As we consider pharmacists as the hope of healthcare, we must be open to and aware of the need for change and the risk associated with it. Today, we will take a look at a few strategies you can consider to help you navigate risk.
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  • Pharmacy U Vancouver presenter Nat Jones: Getting even – demystifying compounded treatments for hyperpigmentation

    Becoming involved in the field of dermatology for many of us can be intimidating. One of the areas in which a lot of dermatology patients will need help is formulas to treat hyperpigmentation. This is a rewarding potential market segment and having a handful of proven compound options can provide for a need, help develop relationships with practitioners and bring business to your pharmacy.
    Nat Jones
  • Someone wants to buy your pharmacy. Now what?

    Selling a pharmacy is a big life event, and it will impact your financial and emotional well-being for a long time to come. It is not a decision to be taken lightly, no matter how flattered you might be. So, if a buyer comes calling, step back and take a breath. Let the first flush of emotion pass.
    Mike Jaczko and Max Beairsto
  • Hiring pharmacy staff without actual experience

    Like many pharmacy manager-owners, I have conducted a few interviews in my time. Some were highly collaborative and resulted in all-stars still working strongly with us today. Other résumés turned into napkins or scrap paper.
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  • The hope of healthcare – navigating risk in pharmacy leadership

    In the world of pharmacy leadership, the ability to navigate risks effectively is a crucial skill. Just like a ship captain charts a course through treacherous waters, pharmacy leaders must steer their teams and organizations through potential pitfalls. But how can pharmacists learn to balance advancing practice and risk?
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