Canadian pharmacists are playing a key role in boosting immunization rates this flu seasonWhile national immunization rates remain well below the 80% target, pharmacists are taking strides to boost those numbers Saskatchewan pharmacists can prescribe for more ailments under one year dealThe new deal, which takes effect Nov. 1, also includes new rules and funding for flu shots Saskatoon pharmacist becomes new chair of CPhA Christine Hrudka said her top priorities will be nationwide harmonized scope of practice, women in leadership, and the opioid crisis More minor ailment prescribing options added for Saskatchewan pharmacists Saskatchewan pharmacists with mandatory training have been approved to prescribe for some 15 specific minor ailments since 2011 Raising vaccine awareness the goal for pharmacists during 2017/18 flu season Uptake of influenza immunization is slightly up in Canadian jurisdictions where pharmacists administer flu shots Get ready for Spring conference season! Several provinces are gearing up for annual conferences and meetings. PAM an opportunity to blow pharmacists’ horn – and have fun Here's a sampling of the range of activities pharmacists used to promote the event this year. Pharmacy could fill gaps in health care: PAS Association wants Saskatchewan’s pharmacies and pharmacists to contribute even more to healthcare teams. PAM 2016 a good opportunity to trumpet pharmacists’ new services This year's theme for Pharmacist Awareness Month encapsulates the profession's expanding role in a just a few words: “Pharmacists: Doing more. For you.” Here's a look at how some provinces are celebrating. Pharmacist flu shots a hit in Saskatchewan, PEI First flu shot program in Sask. going well while PEI orders more vaccine. First Previous 2 3 4 5 6 Next Last
