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- 7/6/2021
Case report: Oil change
A 32-year-old Caucasian male presented at our clinic a few days ago, seeking diagnosis and treatment for a rash on his lower legs. Another intriguing case Dr. Robert Dickson has just seen in his clinic. - 7/6/2021
Tech finds fit in clinical trials
Stephanie Boudreau was one of the first registered pharmacy technicians in Nova Scotia. She urges new graduates to pursue registration, even if it is not currently required at hospitals in the province. “I think the more quality assurances you can put in place, the better.” - 7/6/2021
CPSO draft social media policy profoundly challenging
The College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario has published its new draft policy statement on the use of social media by physicians but this policy, if implemented, could see doctors in Ontario abandon social media platforms to which they contribute so much. - 7/6/2021
Preventing 'never events' in community pharmacy
The Institute for Safe Medication Practices Canada (ISMPC), with support from the Canadian Patient Safety Institute, has developed new guidelines that focus on “never events” in community pharmacy. - 7/6/2021
Liquid vitamin D product recalled for incorrect dosing, missing safety information on the label
The dosing instructions on the label suggest users can have one or more drops per day. - 7/5/2021
Read the June 2021 issue of Tech Talk
The June 2021 issue of Tech Talk is available now. Here's a list of the articles in this edition, including links to articles and the issue as a PDF - 7/5/2021
Consolidated Canadian guidelines for treating opioid use disorder
Key recommendations for treating and managing OUD generated from existing standards, guidelines, expert opinions and best practices across Canada. - 7/5/2021
How to identify forged fax prescriptions
The Alberta College of Pharmacy (ACP) warns pharmacy professionals about continued forgeries of Cotridin prescriptions. - 7/5/2021
Not just ERs: Alberta expands locations for ambulances to take non-urgent cases
Health Minister Tyler Shandro says too many times ambulances are lined up at ERs with non-critical patients waiting to receive care. - 7/5/2021
App allows patients to track health care data and connect with researchers studying their conditions
Zamplo's CEO was inspired by the difficulties in tracking health information from various professionals during his wife's cancer treatment.