Pharmacist

Islanders who want to quit smoking can now access nicotine replacement therapies (NRT) and prescription smoking cessation medications directly from their local pharmacy.

Studies show tool developed by pharmacist and oncologist is significantly reducing symptom burden.

A Health Canada safety review concludes that there is a possible link between statin (HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor) use and the risk of myasthenia gravis.

NACI issues new guidance on use of pneumococcal vaccines, incorporating the new 21-valent pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (Capvaxive).

Given this rapid pace of growth, it can be challenging to keep current. This article offers an overview of vaccines recently approved and/or marketed in Canada to help make sense of all these recent changes.

More time and advice needed for board to make an informed decision, College says.

Some pharmacists have already been notified by physicians in their communities that they will not accept prescription-related communications by fax.

Leading through change means inspiring, listening, and securing buy-in from your team. It’s about painting a vision that energizes and equips people to move forward, even when the road is rough.