Pharmacy Disruptors 2030: A CPhA Summit
From artificial intelligence and automation to digital health and shifting patient expectations, pharmacy practice is changing fast and the profession has to keep up. Pharmacy leaders, policy makers and technology innovators came together on June 4 to discuss the future of pharmacy in an era of disruption. PLUS! Find out what our Win a Trip to the Summit contest winners had to say about their experiences.
Resources and supports: Wildfires
A dangerous and early start to wildfire season has already seen thousands evacuated from their homes and communities across the country. CPhA has developed a range of practical resources to support pharmacists who have to leave their pharmacies, those who are supporting displaced patients and for patients themselves.
US tariffs and drug supply: June survey
Help us stay on top of risks to Canada’s drug supply resulting from potential US tariffs! We need pharmacists across the country to complete our short, 5-question survey once a month so we can monitor trends in real-time, based on what you’re seeing in your pharmacy in terms of shortages, patient inquiries and early refills. Our June survey is open now.
New in CPJ: Updated guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of hypertension
Diagnostic recommendations from Hypertension Canada include standardizing the measurement of blood pressure (BP) and defining hypertension as BP ≥ 130/80 mmHg. Treatment recommendations provide stepwise guidance on optimal medication choices for patients requiring pharmacotherapy.
CPS: Proudly Canadian
Celebrate this upcoming Canada Day by choosing Canadian resources like CPS—developed by Canadian experts, based on Canadian guidelines, for Canada’s unique health-care needs. Updated regularly, CPS latest additions and updates include major revisions to our Chronic Fatigue Syndrome chapter and Viral Skin Rashes chapter.
New course available on CPhA Learning: Navigating the RSV Threat
Blending evidence-based discussion with patient case studies, Navigating the RSV Threat will provide you with useful background knowledge on RSV, discuss current evidence supporting vaccination for at-risk adults and explore best practice and practical strategies for optimizing adult immunization. Check out this course and our full course catalogue on CPhA Learning.
Fostering inclusive pharmacy workplaces for internationally educated pharmacists
Developed for CPhA’s IPG Mentorship and Integration project, this short, self-paced module helps pharmacy teams integrate internationally educated pharmacists into their workplaces. Free and online, the training is open to all pharmacy staff.
CPhA welcomes new board members
CPhA is pleased to welcome Jeanette MacQueen, representing PEI Pharmacists Association, and Dimitris Polygenis, an Individual Director, to the CPhA Board of Directors. Learn about Jeanette, Dimitris and our other board members on our website.
Happy Pride Month from CPhA
Check out CPhA’s 2SLGBTQI+ Patient Health Resource Round-up for a series of resources to help you provide 2SLGBTQI+ inclusive care and create a safe pharmacy space. Recent additions include our new CPS chapter on gender-affirming care and a new webinar recording from our IPG Mentorship & Integration project team.
June is National Indigenous History Month
As a key entry point into the health-care system, the pharmacy community has an important role to play providing culturally competent care to Canada’s Indigenous population. Take a look at our website for a series of resources and information to help you support your Indigenous patients, including links to training modules and information on the IPPC Indigenous Pharmacy Scholarship (deadline to apply is June 21).
Survey: Perceptions Among Health Professionals on Adult Vaccination Programs in Canada
A nation-wide team of investigators is seeking pharmacists to participate in a research study about adult vaccination programs and coverage in Canada. This 15-20 minute survey is designed to gather insights on the state of adult immunization in Canada, perceived barriers to improving vaccine uptake and the potential value of a simplified life-course vaccination schedule. Survey deadline is July 19.
