Clinical

Techs play expanding role in obesity care

Clinical professor says techs are already facilitating medication access—one of the most significant barriers in obesity treatment.
What to consider about prescriptions of Lecanemab for early Alzheimer’s

CMAJ authors provide decision-making pathway to help clinicians weigh benefits and risks and engage with patients and caregivers.
Rabies vaccine for travellers: How to counsel travellers on a ‘common exposure, rare disease’ vaccine

The simple strategy of steering clear of animals often isn't enough.
Waterloo pharmacy students launch startup to stop costly drug waste

The new platform would help pharmacies redistribute high-cost medications before they expire, reducing waste and financial losses.
Managing acne

Empowering pharmacists to improve acne outcomes through assessment, prescribing, monitoring and patient education.
What is a microbial ‘fingerprint’? And can it help predict cancer recurrence?

A research team discovered that the gut microbiome is a powerful predictor of melanoma recurrence, but with a twist.
When a child gets hurt call it an ‘injury’ not an ‘accident’ urges updated position statement

New position statement from Canadian Pediatric Society stresses that pediatric injury prevention counselling should be taught and used.
Four Health Canada advisories pharmacists and physicians should know about

Get the info you need on these advisories, part of our drug news roundup for July.