Practice news

‘Deeply disappointed’: Open letter from group of pharmacists calls on Alberta government to reconsider service fee cuts
Back in November, the province began rolling back service compensation fees for initial patient assessments and cutting the number of annual care plan follow-up appointments for which pharmacists can be reimbursed for.
CAPhE raising awareness around environmental impact of medications
Association is actively recruiting other pharmacists and techs to help.

Do physicians and pharmacists make good patients?

From minimizing symptoms, delaying getting help and thinking they have the answers, physicians and pharmacists can struggle when they find themselves on the other side of caregiving.
NDSAC releases final recommendations for cetirizine in children

Effective Jan. 21, pharmacists should take note of these recommendations for cetirizine or its salts.
Diabetes and the use of sugar substitutes

Advise patients to use sugar substitutes in moderation, emphasizing that they are a tool to complement, not replace, a healthy diet.
The connection between hierarchy and sexual harassment among doctors in the workplace

The majority of cases of abuse, harassment or sexual misconduct experienced by doctors are the work of a superior, and most often occur in the workplace, new research shows.
Simple tips for building a stronger sense of ‘team’ at work

Small actions by any pharmacy team member can help create a sense of team among coworkers.
Problem solved: How do you track adult vaccination?

We asked, you answered! Hear from four physician peers on how they tackle this problem.
Montreal to host 2026 World Pharmacy Congress

The International Pharmacy Federation’s World Congress of Pharmacy expected to draw thousands from around the world.
Healthcare workers are under attack. We must do more to ensure their safety

Reading daily safety incident reports leaves the president of St. Joseph’s Healthcare in Hamilton extremely concerned for the safety of healthcare workers.

‘Deeply disappointed’: Open letter from group of pharmacists calls on Alberta government to reconsider service fee cuts

CAPhE raising awareness around environmental impact of medications

Do physicians and pharmacists make good patients?

NDSAC releases final recommendations for cetirizine in children

Diabetes and the use of sugar substitutes

The connection between hierarchy and sexual harassment among doctors in the workplace

Simple tips for building a stronger sense of ‘team’ at work

Problem solved: How do you track adult vaccination?

Montreal to host 2026 World Pharmacy Congress

Healthcare workers are under attack. We must do more to ensure their safety