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Health Canada recalls glucose monitors that may give patients incorrect readings
Health Canada recalls glucose monitors that may give patients incorrect readings
The federal agency is recalling some FreeStyle Libre 3 Plus sensors that may provide incorrect glucose readings.
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December 5, 2025 at 6:15 PM
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A refresher on peripheral neuropathy

Comprehensive JAMA review highlights pathophysiology, clinical presentation, causes, diagnosis, management and prognosis.
A refresher on peripheral neuropathy
Comprehensive JAMA review highlights pathophysiology, clinical presentation, causes, diagnosis, management and prognosis.
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December 3, 2025 at 5:24 PM
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Seasonal influenza: comprehensive guidelines for antiviral therapy

Ontario Health provides recommendations for healthcare providers on the appropriate prescribing of antiviral therapy for children and adults with seasonal influenza.
Seasonal influenza: comprehensive guidelines for antiviral therapy
Ontario Health provides recommendations for healthcare providers on the appropriate prescribing of antiviral therapy for children and adults with seasonal influenza.
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December 3, 2025 at 5:24 PM
It's the last day to recognize the contributions of yourself or your fellow pharmacists, owners and pharmacy technicians to their profession and communities. Don't miss your chance!
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November 28, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Recognize an exceptional pharmacy care initiative led by a technician or team of technicians.
Submit a nomination for someone, a team or enter yourself today: https://ow.ly/8gQX50XexQU
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November 21, 2025 at 3:00 PM
The minor ailments revolution: how a new generation of pharmacists is changing the game

As a student preceptor, I see how new pharmacists are set to change the game for everyone. The rest of us had better be prepared to move quickly or risk becoming obsolete.
The minor ailments revolution: how a new generation of pharmacists is changing the game
As a student preceptor, I see how new pharmacists are set to change the game for everyone. The rest of us had better be prepared to move quickly or risk becoming obsolete.
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November 20, 2025 at 6:37 PM
Good news–we just extended the deadline! You now have two more weeks to submit a nomination for #PharmacyPracticeBusinessAwards. Nominate someone or enter yourself today:
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November 14, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Don't miss out on your last chance to recognize the contributions of yourself or your fellow pharmacists, pharmacy owners and pharmacy technicians to their profession and communities.
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November 13, 2025 at 3:00 PM
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University of Saskatchewan remembers: The service of the McNab brothers

Dr. John Allan (Jack) McNab and his brothers from the University of Saskatchewan answered their country’s call in both world wars.
University of Saskatchewan remembers: The service of the McNab brothers
Dr. John Allan (Jack) McNab and his brothers from the University of Saskatchewan answered their country’s call in both world wars.
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November 11, 2025 at 5:50 PM
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How two Canadian war amputees hiked 2,000 kilometres and shaped disability rights activism
How two Canadian war amputees hiked 2,000 kilometres and shaped disability rights activism
The forgotten hike of George Hincks and Marshall McDougall and the related advocacy efforts of the Amputations Association of the Great War—a predecessor organization of today’s War Amps—speaks to an ...
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November 11, 2025 at 5:50 PM
Two weeks to go! There is still time to nominate someone or enter yourself.
Submit a nomination to #PharmacyPracticeBusinessAwards before November 14th.
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October 31, 2025 at 2:01 PM
New topical JAK inhibitor available for treating chronic hand eczema

Anzupgo (delgocitinib topical cream) is indicated for the treatment of moderate to severe chronic hand eczema in adults.
New topical JAK inhibitor available for treating chronic hand eczema
Anzupgo (delgocitinib topical cream) is indicated for the treatment of moderate to severe chronic hand eczema in adults.
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October 22, 2025 at 3:21 PM
New Canadian consensus guidelines on managing male and female pattern hair loss🧪

A panel of Canadian experts has developed consensus recommendations for the management of androgenetic alopecia in male and female adults.
New Canadian consensus guidelines on managing male and female pattern hair loss
A panel of Canadian experts has developed consensus recommendations for the management of androgenetic alopecia in male and female adults.
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October 22, 2025 at 3:20 PM
Meet the #PharmacyPracticeBusinessAwards 2024 winners! Could you be next? Check out the amazing achievements of last year's winners. Their stories are a testament to innovation and dedication. Don't wait to recognize a peer, colleague, or even yourself.
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October 21, 2025 at 2:02 PM
HERizon Rx hosting second event in Ottawa on Oct. 24

The woman pharmacist-focused event will feature keynote speakers, workshops and an opportunity to network.
HERizon Rx hosting second event in Ottawa on Oct. 24
The woman pharmacist-focused event will feature keynote speakers, workshops and an opportunity to network.
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October 15, 2025 at 4:38 PM
Couples should never go to bed angry, right? It might be time to rethink that
Couples should never go to bed angry, right? It might be time to rethink that
Though it’s conventional wisdom, many relationship experts say sticking to such a rule is counterproductive. It may even harm the relationship.
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October 15, 2025 at 4:38 PM
New tool to help Ontario pharmacists connect patients to addiction care

Free resource in Ontario will help patients find pharmacies offering opioid use disorder services.
New tool to help Ontario pharmacists connect patients to addiction care
Free resource in Ontario will help patients find pharmacies offering opioid use disorder services.
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October 15, 2025 at 4:37 PM
OCP seeks feedback on proposed changes to medication safety program

Some pharmacists objecting to cost of the reporting platform to pharmacies, as well as required continuous quality improvement meetings.
OCP seeks feedback on proposed changes to medication safety program
Some pharmacists objecting to cost of the reporting platform to pharmacies, as well as required continuous quality improvement meetings.
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October 15, 2025 at 4:37 PM
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Applications are being accepted for those wanting to become doctors through Simon Fraser University, in what the British Columbia government says is the first new medical school in Western Canada in decades.
B.C. set to open Western Canada’s first new medical school in decades
The initial class of 48 students will start at Simon Fraser University’s existing campus in Surrey, while construction of the permanent facility begins late next year and is expected to be ready for c...
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October 15, 2025 at 4:33 PM
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A Quebec senator says she was never told by her doctor that a surgical procedure she went through in 2005 would render her unable to have children, and hopes her story can advance a broader reckoning on systemic racism in Canada.
Senator says she was never told her 2005 surgery would leave her sterile
A Quebec senator says she was never told by her doctor that a surgical procedure she went through in 2005 would render her unable to have children, and hopes her story can advance a broader reckoning ...
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October 15, 2025 at 4:34 PM
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A Toronto hospital says it transplanted a heart that stopped beating last month in a Canadian first that has the potential to substantially shorten the long wait for a donor.
Canada’s first non-beating heart transplant could lead to shorter wait lists: UHN
University Health Network says the procedure could grow the national donor pool by 30% if the practice is expanded across the country.
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October 15, 2025 at 4:35 PM
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A recent study out of Laval University finds many foods that are high in sodium and sugar on Canadian shelves are much cheaper than healthier, equivalent options.
Following healthy food guidelines in Canada comes at a high cost, study finds
A recent study out of Laval University finds many foods that are high in sodium and sugar on Canadian shelves are much cheaper than healthier, equivalent options.
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October 15, 2025 at 4:36 PM