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- 11/4/2020
Experts agree it's time to upgrade cloth masks to three layers
Dr. Theresa Tam, the country's chief public health officer, said in a news conference Tuesday that masks with three layers — two cloth plus a filter — are now recommended over the two-layer face coverings previously suggested. - 11/4/2020
New tech partnership aims to improve adherence, boost access to virtual care
A new partnership between Mednow.ca, a one-stop-shop virtual care platform, and AceAge Inc., a Canadian healthcare technology company, promises to provide at-home healthcare alternatives to reduce public interactions. - 11/3/2020
Manitoba health minister questions motivation behind doctors' letter on COVID-19
The letter, signed by 200 medical doctors and scientists, said the pandemic is spiraling out of control in Manitoba because case numbers have been rising and outbreaks have been occurring at long-term care homes. - 11/3/2020
South Korea OKs single test for COVID 19 and flu
The country has struggled to stem the spread of the coronavirus, which some experts say could spread more broadly during cold weather when people spend more time indoors. - 11/3/2020
Ottawa doctor says Ford is 'gaslighting' in flu shot messaging
Dr. Nili Kaplan-Myrth said shortages of the vaccine are symptomatic of a much bigger problem and are causing her to worry about the eventual rollout of a COVID-19 vaccine. - 11/3/2020
Pharmacists helping Pharmacists
- 11/3/2020
Pharmacy graduates frustrated at licensing delays
A recent discussion posted on Reddit, accompanied by a flurry of comments, is a good indication of the level of disappointment, suspicion and frustration among pharmacy graduates who've yet to qualify as pharmacists. - 11/3/2020
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Enter this month's reader contest to share your best tips and earn a chance to win a prize. - 11/3/2020
So, you want to own a pharmacy, Part 5. What’s your niche?
Sometimes it can feel like an uphill battle to carve out a niche. Make sure your niche complements your pharmacy’s strengths and is sustainable. Your pharmacy is your passion. It’s important that what your practice does and stands for forms a key part of the community and is a reflection of you. - 11/3/2020
Ottawa's Medical Officer of Health suggests coexistence approach to COVID-19 response
At this week's Ottawa Board of Health meeting, Dr. Vera Etches said the goal of the new approach she's suggesting would be the same, namely minimizing hospitalizations and deaths, as well as societal disruption.