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- 5/13/2022
Health Canada asks techs to help spot illegal marketing practices
The Marketed Health Products Directorate within Health Canada is asking pharmacy technicians and other health professionals to be on the lookout—and report—illegal marketing of drugs and devices - 5/13/2022
Techs lead sessions at CSHP conference
With pharmacy technicians now full members of the Canadian Society of Hospital Pharmacists, they played a role in leading two education sessions at “Together 2022,” CSHP’s hospital pharmacy conference - 5/13/2022
PTSA surveys roles of pharmacy techs in Alberta
A year ago, the Pharmacy Technician Society of Alberta conducted a survey on the roles of pharmacy technicians in Alberta and how they are viewed by pharmacy professionals. The results will now be used to integrate pharmacy technicians into practice. - 5/13/2022
Helping patients keep their cool
As the number of extreme heat events in Canada increases each year due to climate change, pharmacy professionals can expect to see a rise in heat-related illnesses, such as heat exhaustion and heatstroke. Pharmacy technicians can assist these patients. - 5/13/2022
Pharmacy assistants must follow compounding restrictions
The Saskatchewan College of Pharmacy Professionals had a reminder for pharmacy assistants regarding their level of involvement in compounding. - 5/10/2022
Upcoming tech conferences offer opportunities to learn virtually
Topics run the gamut, from diabetes management and opioid disorder to administering injections. - 5/6/2022
B.C. tech wins prestigious award
Kimberly Schaff honoured by the Canadian Association of Pharmacy in Oncology Award. - 3/13/2022
PTSA celebrates Pharmacy Appreciation Month
Pharmacy techs share their pride in the profession with a number of activities - 3/13/2022
NAPRA publishes new model standards for techs and pharmacists
The national document aims to help harmonize the standard of pharmacy care across Canada.