South Africa still hemorrhaging MDs: SAMABut chairman of South African Medical Association says he understands why physicians want to leave Alberta pharmacists to provide flu shotsThe last few years have been a time of change for pharmacists in Alberta. Now, some of these changes have been falling into place. N.S. moves closer to regulation The province of Nova Scotia has taken another step towards the regulation of pharmacy technicians. Editorial: Healthcare system interrupted Perhaps the key to a sustainable system is making the best use of healthcare providers. Airline pilots often fly sick Survey shows seasonal flu vaccine is regularly skipped Regulated techs need liability insurance As of December 15, registered pharmacy students and pharmacy technicians in Ontario will be required to carry personal professional liability insurance. Practice Issues: Beta-blockers in patients Study assesses whether long-term beta-blocker use was associated with reductions in mortality and exacerbations in patients with COPD. Practice Issues: Glucosamine for lower back pain Recent study assesses role of glucosamine in treatment of patients with lower back pain. Point-of-care testing making a difference in rural communities Point-of-care tools offer quick results that facilitate an educated discussion around diabetes management. NS progressing toward expanded scope of practice Nova Scotia pursuing expansion in three areas: prescribing, administration of drugs, and participation in lab tests for drug therapy management. First Previous 1524 1525 1526 1527 1528 Next Last