Doctor and former Saskatchewan NDP leader to release book on COVID-19 responseThe publisher, UBC Press, says the book also highlights the failings of Saskatchewan and Canada in responding to COVID-19. Provinces falling short of national long-term care standards: reportThe institute’s report found that only 25 of the 117 criteria laid out in the national standards could be found in the policies of all provinces and territories, as of December 2022. Ottawa urged to look into best before date system in bid to reduce grocery waste Experts say all they indicate is when a product is past its peak freshness. Expansion, upgrade project valued at $366.5M starts at Williams Lake hospital Adrian Dix says the $366.5-million construction project now starting at Cariboo Memorial Hospital in Williams Lake will increase the hospital’s capacity and provide a modern working environment. Pets of pharmacy: Simba Looking very regal here, Simba descends from a long line of royal felines Deprescribing: finding the best fit for individual patients As people age, their health and function may decline, shifting the balance of benefits and harms of medications. Technology fuelling better outcomes in pharmacy services CFP Pharmacy Forum highlights pharmacist-driven software tools that are optimizing practice scope. Opinion: Canada’s misguided changes to drug regulation could fast-track unproven medications and divert funds from other health needs The Canadian government is proposing a new ‘Agile Licensing’ framework to expedite pre-market regulation of pharmaceuticals. Keep on jabbing: Ontario pharmacists get extension on COVID vaccination authority Ontario pharmacists can continue administering COVID vaccines until March 31, 2024. Ontario pharmacists to gain prescribing powers for six fresh minor ailments New ailments are set to be added to the roster in October. First Previous 766 767 768 769 770 Next Last
