Pharmacy Business

The government says the changes offer more flexibility around licensing requirements and harmonize pharmacy requirements with the Health Professions Act. 

Launched for the first time, the APOthecary Heroes Contest was developed to recognize the impact that pharmacy professionals contribute to quality patient care.

"Providing anti-smoking messages and assistance at the point of purchase and access to professional counselling immediately at the point of purchase, is the only way we can help our customers reduce tobacco use," says chief operating officer Clint Mahlman.

CareRx has closed a multi-million dollar deal to acquire Hogan Pharmacy Partners, an Ontario long-term care pharmacy. 

Monitoring serum lipids is a common practice for patients with, or at risk of, atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD).

'Owners know that when they sell their pharmacy to us, they’re leaving their staff and community in good hands,' says Care Pharmacies CEO Ali Reyhany.

As Canada goes through a shortage of specialized infant formulas, how can pharmacists help?

Ravi Sharma, Director for England for the Royal Pharmaceutical Society, urges government to address staff wellbeing and other workforce issues.