Some pharmacists say the province's limited scope of practice is making it harder to recruit new graduates and restricting access to care for patients.
The move aligns with the advice of many online influencers and podcasters, including men’s health gurus who tout the hormone as a way to boost muscle and energy.
As part of the Medical Post's annual OTC survey, we track levels of physician agreement with the following statement: ‘Minor ailment assessment and prescribing by pharmacists is proving to be an effective way to relieve pressure on the healthcare system.’
Canada Health Infoway has announced Prescription Québec, which was built off of the PrescribeIT platform, will continue thanks to a new deal with the Quebec government and Santé Québec.
Dr. Robert Dickson presents a case involving a patient who came to his clinic asking for ‘just a cream,’ but discovered a far more serious issue upon examination.
A top executive is slamming New Brunswick’s health minister for diminishing the accomplishments of her firm that provided virtual care to hundreds of thousands of patients over the last five years.
Balancing the benefits of unapproved drug applications with patient safety requires rigorous clinical judgment, informed consent and adherence to medical standards.
