Medication Management

Hospital pharmacies cope with drug shortages
While government, health organizations and manufacturers across the country struggle to find a solution to ongoing drug shortages, hospital pharmacists are working around the clock to minimize the effects of the crisis on patients.
Nova Scotia following Ontario's lead in assessing, overhauling fees
New fee schedule expected to take 'a couple of years' to complete

TV ads promote pharmacist med reviews

The 30-second commercials, created by PANS, first aired on CTV in fall last year and are now making a second appearance.
April/May Tech Talk now online

How one registered tech is freeing up time for pharmacists. Plus, a refresher on compounding, the true cost of becoming registered, and a CE lesson on cough and cold product use in the pediatric population.
Managing children with acute asthma exacerbations: new CPS statement

New position statement provides guidance on the management of children with acute asthma exacerbations.
Asthma guidelines now cover all ages

But one expert argues common sense should trump recommendations
Generic industry responds to latest Ontario drug reforms

The association representing Canada's generic manufacturers is demanding the provincial government backtrack on plans for further cuts to generic prescription drug prices.
Preparing students for the business of pharmacy

The University of Alberta is taking the lead to ensure future pharmacists are fully prepared for the business of pharmacy.
NPs, midwives could get drug-prescribing powers in some provinces

Proposed changes to the Controlled Substances Act would allow midwives, nurse practitioners and foot specialists in some provinces to prescribe medications classified as controlled substances as soon as this fall.
New IV iron for anemia of chronic kidney disease

New product is indicated for the treatment of iron deficiency anemia in adults with chronic kidney disease.

Hospital pharmacies cope with drug shortages

Nova Scotia following Ontario's lead in assessing, overhauling fees

TV ads promote pharmacist med reviews

April/May Tech Talk now online

Managing children with acute asthma exacerbations: new CPS statement

Asthma guidelines now cover all ages

Generic industry responds to latest Ontario drug reforms

Preparing students for the business of pharmacy

NPs, midwives could get drug-prescribing powers in some provinces

New IV iron for anemia of chronic kidney disease