Healthcare

Pharmacists stage last-minute rallies
N.B. legislation updates: Breaking down barriers to nursing; outlining requirements for pharmacist prescribing
Road to collaborative practice is long but fulfilling
Accessing Quality Care

Will interprofessional care teams help?
Saskatchewan legislation updates: Pharmacist reimbursement program launched; primary care networks take off
National and provincial policymakers lay groundwork for interprofessional care

While still a relatively new concept in Canada, interprofessional health care is gaining momentum among both legislators and frontline healthcare professionals. That joint push is a positive sign, considering the considerable investments required in research, training and infrastructure in order to shift the delivery of health care to interprofessional practice.
Ontario Family Health Team members share journey to effective collaboration

A key to effective interprofessional collaboration is a thorough understanding of each team member’s unique role and skills. So when Natalie Hawkins, pharmacist/owner of an independent pharmacy in Paris, Ont., took a half-time position at PrimaCare Family Health Team (FHT) in 2006, she knew the learning curve would be steep for everyone.
Tamoxifen vs. raloxifene: Which is best for breast cancer prevention?

Followup study further delineates the differences in effectiveness and toxicity between the two selective estrogen receptor modulators

Calgary Foothills PCN uses integrated approach to help patients quit smoking