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New consensus guidance on anesthesia and sedation while breastfeeding

Multidisciplinary group issues guidelines for the perioperative management of patients who are breastfeeding, on behalf of the Association of Anaesthetists (U.K.).
New consensus guidance on anesthesia and sedation while breastfeeding
Multidisciplinary group issues guidelines for the perioperative management of patients who are breastfeeding, on behalf of the Association of Anaesthetists (U.K.).
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January 19, 2026 at 4:04 PM
What is ‘food noise’ and why are we hearing about it amid the rise of GLP-1 meds?
What is ‘food noise’ and why are we hearing about it amid the rise of GLP-1 meds?
The term ‘food noise’ has emerged alongside the popularity of glucagon-like peptide-1receptor agonists—known as GLP-1 medications—that treat Type 2 diabetes and obesity.
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January 14, 2026 at 1:43 PM
New guideline from the SOGC on diagnosis and management of intrauterine early pregnancy loss

Check out this resource under Pregnancy in our clinical guidelines library.

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January 14, 2026 at 1:42 PM
First-generation antihistamines: simple adjustments to reduce delirium

A study conducted in Ontario shows that the use of first-generation antihistamines increases the risk of delirium in hospitalized seniors—calling for a review of certain prescribing practices.
First-generation antihistamines: simple adjustments to reduce delirium
A study conducted in Ontario shows that the use of first-generation antihistamines increases the risk of delirium in hospitalized seniors—calling for a review of certain prescribing practices.
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January 14, 2026 at 1:40 PM
Weight loss interventions can cause new skin issues to crop up for your patients

Paradoxically, bariatric surgery is sometimes responsible for the development of new pathologies.
Weight loss interventions can cause new skin issues to crop up for your patients
Paradoxically, bariatric surgery is sometimes responsible for the development of new pathologies.
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January 14, 2026 at 1:38 PM
FROM THE MAGAZINE | Minocycline-induced lupus

Inappropriate antibiotic prescriptions, due to incorrect drug, dosing or duration, may lead to emergence of multidrug-resistant organisms, adverse drug events and increased healthcare expenditures.
Minocycline-induced lupus
Inappropriate antibiotic prescriptions, due to incorrect drug, dosing or duration, may lead to emergence of multidrug-resistant organisms, adverse drug events and increased healthcare expenditures.
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January 14, 2026 at 1:38 PM
New platform makes it easier to report errors in everyday pharmacy practice

Goal is to reduce pharmacists' apprehension in reporting medication incidents and near misses.
New platform makes it easier to report errors in everyday pharmacy practice
Goal is to reduce pharmacists' apprehension in reporting medication incidents and near misses.
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January 14, 2026 at 1:36 PM
Pharmacists now included in federal government’s student loan forgiveness program

Pharmacists working in a designated small or rural community may be eligible to have a maximum of $60,000 forgiven over 5 years.
Pharmacists now included in federal government’s student loan forgiveness program
Pharmacists working in a designated small or rural community may be eligible to have a maximum of $60,000 forgiven over 5 years.
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January 6, 2026 at 4:25 PM
Happy Holidays from Pharmacy Practice + Business!
December 22, 2025 at 3:02 PM
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There is such tremendous work happening in Canada by physicians, and our annual Medical Post Awards are a celebration of these accomplishments.

The Medical Post Awards are selected by peers of physician juries. Check out this year's winners!
The Medical Post 2025 Awards Sizzle Reel
The Medical Post Awards support national independent physician voices, contributions to community, and practice innovation. Learn more about The Medical Post Awards…
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December 16, 2025 at 7:45 PM
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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