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Intraprofessional day draws more than 800 participants to Humber College
Pharmacy and technician students across Ontario collaborate in case-based learning event.
Same problem, two authorities: Alta. pharmacist accessed and disclosed patient/employee’s health data inappropriately ordered to implement privacy safeguards
The Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner found that pharmacist Ahmed Abuel Shouhoud had contravened Alberta’s Health Information Act—three years after having been sanctioned by the college for the same incident.

Where will Ontario’s health needs be in 2040?

A new reports found 3.1 million Ontarians are expected to be living with major illness.
Saskatchewan pharmacists welcome expanded role in easing health system pressure

Government’s ‘Patients First’ strategy would allow pharmacists to order lab tests, conduct point-of-care diagnostics and prescribe more treatments for minor ailments.
Pharmacy Brands Canada and Horizon Healthcare launches new clinic in Edmonton

The Covenant Community Health Centre will bring together healthcare providers and services under one roof.
Short documentary about endometriosis picks up BAFTA

Made with volunteers and no budget, ‘This is Endometriosis’ challenges stereotypes.
Emojis in EHRs: minor detail or new trend?

A study published in JAMA Network Open identified 372 distinct emojis in over 218 million clinical notes. Marginal use, but on the rise. Should we be concerned?
Alberta health agency makes 16 recommendations in wake of December ER death

In January, Premier Danielle Smith’s government ordered a judge-led inquiry into the death of Prashant Sreekumar, a 44-year-old father of three.
Health Canada reviewing two deaths of plasma donors in Winnipeg, says no link so far

Health Canada says the deaths happened in October and January following plasma donations at two locations run by Grifols, a company that pays donors.
Exhibition explores the experiences of Canadians living with long COVID

A photography show at the Museum of Vancouver presents images and reflections from people dealing with persistent symptoms after COVID-19.