Respirology

As of Thursday, there were nine confirmed cases of the disease and 20 unconfirmed cases in the area, including a handful of confirmed and potential cases at the Glen Haven Manor nursing home next to the hospital.

The drug, developed by AstraZeneca and Sanofi, is expected to be ready in the fall before the RSV season, typically November through March.

The BioScript Pharmacy in Saskatoon serves approximately 5,000 patients across the province and is staffed by five pharmacists, 11 pharmacy assistants and two licensed technicians.

But risks increase in a dose-response manner.

A patient at Dr. Robert Dickson's clinic is concerned about her rash, but only because it's itchy.

Pharmacists at some locations will be able to assess and prescribe for some chronic conditions and strep throat.

A new deal will expand tuberculosis drug access to millions by allowing greater access to the drug bedaquiline, used to treat multi-drug-resistant tuberculosis.

With Alberta and other regions experiencing pertussis outbreaks, you may be more likely to see cases of this vaccine-preventable illness in your clinic or emergency department. Test your knowledge here.