National standards lacking in U.S. pharmacy training programsPharmacy profession has little control over tech training in the U.S. Quebec: a distinct society for pharmacy techniciansCommittee addresses barriers but no timeline for province adopting tech regulation. Pharmacist accuses physician of conflict-of-interest in methadone prescriptions Ontario doctor accused of steering methadone patients to pharmacy linked with his clinic. Continuing your education It’s imperative to stay in the know throughout your career as a pharmacy tech. Ask the Experts: Herbal references Could you recommend some reliable resources for natural products, in terms of uses, dose, side effects, etc? College delivers first bilingual bridging classroom course The Collège Communautaire du Nouveau-Brunswick completes first classroom delivery of program in both English and French. CAPT Corner: May 2016 Looking back at another successful conference. Health Canada moves ahead on new website for reporting drug shortages Possible increased risk of leg and foot amputations with canagliflozin U.S. and European authorities issue safety announcement and continue to investigate. Tech Refresher: Dealing with dementia There are a number of ways pharmacy technicians and assistants can help flag and care for patients with dementia. First Previous 655 656 657 658 659 Next Last
