Pharmacy U news

Would-be pharmacist-owners are finding that the days of cheap borrowing costs are waning. So, are existing pharmacist-owners in the process of refinancing as the terms on their mortgages come due?

After two years of atypically low flu seasons due to COVID public health measures, we may be in for a tough fall. As influenza transmission/exposure was low in the community over the last 2 years, there is concern over the reduction in natural immunity to influenza.

Often, when we start to think about how things can improve, we quickly jump to external sources and resources and become discouraged because we may not have much, if any, control over those resources.

The Drug InterACTIONs with Tobacco Smoke Tool was developed to assist Canadian pharmacists identify drug interactions with the polyaromatic hydrocarbons in tobacco smoke and to provide some guidance on their management.

The make-up of a triathlete is not all that different from that of a pharmacist. Years of triathlon training and racing have taught me many translatable skills and qualities that have translated into my becoming a better pharmacy leader.

When I went through my undergraduate education in pharmacy, I was told, if there are red flag symptoms/signs, refer to a doctor. That was the end of that conversation.

Think about this: when we each of us entered pharmacy school or began working in a pharmacy, we knew very little. Then through a steady diet of intentionally learning the various aspects of pharmacy practice, we grew and became more confident and competent in the care we provide.

It was not until I experienced this firsthand as a patient that I realized: the patient journey and experience are complex and frustrating. This is also an opportunity for businesses to create value and profit from providing much needed solutions.