There's an epidemic of misinformation: Why are pharmacists so bad at dealing with it?Are we unconsciously more invested in feeling smart than in being effective? Rather than blaming system failures (which we are good at), we must evaluate psychological patterns that are limiting our impact. What to tell patients about nicotine pouchesJAMA patient page summarizes key information to help educate patients about nicotine pouches. A key point FPs need to watch for in patients using GLP-1s A family physician’s perspective on diagnostic pitfalls and practical considerations. Why this pharmacist became a psychotherapist after nearly two decades in pharmacy B.C. pharmacist Rami Safi says years of working with marginalized patients pushed him to rethink what it means to care for someone in a pharmacy. AI pharmacist avatar shows promise in medication counselling for depression Canadian pilot study found patients were more receptive to AI-assisted medication education than healthcare professionals might expect. Heat waves, tick bites and travel: CPhA releases summer refresher for pharmacists The collection includes tools to help pharmacists care for patients during the summer months. U.S. FDA approves a first-of-its-kind pill to cut cholesterol in high-risk patients The drug from Merck was OK’d on Thursday for patients with artery-clogging cholesterol that persists even after taking statins. Face to face: Real conversations are helping pharmacists and physicians build strong partnerships for better patient care Despite growing scope, many pharmacists still struggle to build meaningful collaborative relationships with doctors. Remember to be extra cautious in the heat if you’re on these medications: Heart and Stroke Foundation A seasonal reminder that those taking meds for certain heart problems could be at additional risk as temperatures soar in certain parts of Canada. A $6.83 fee for a $6,000 cancer drug? A single cancer prescription can require hours of work and ongoing clinical oversight. Yet, it’ll generate less than $7 in gross revenue. Free course helps clinicians build confidence in stopping medications The Canadian Medication Appropriateness and Deprescribing Network is encouraging pharmacists to enrol in the online training program this summer. Shoppers, Obesity Canada partner to expand obesity care New collaboration will focus on improving access to evidence-based care and reducing the stigma of obesity as a chronic disease. First Previous 2 3 4 5 6 Next Last
