CPhA ADVOCACY UPDATE: FALL 2022
As your national voice for pharmacy, CPhA has continued to advocate on your behalf with governments, stakeholders and partners through the spring and summer months. Take a look at our latest advocacy update for details on some of our recent activities, including our pre-budget consultations, meetings with federal officials, support for expanding student loan forgiveness eligibility and more.
NATIONAL DAY FOR TRUTH AND RECONCILIATION
Friday, September 30 is National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day in Canada. Intergenerational trauma, health-care disparities and racism continue to undermine the health of Indigenous patients, but pharmacists can play a key role in implementing culturally safe, patient-centred care for these patients. We invite you to review our Resource Round-up: Indigenous health for a collection of tools, information and resources to support your practice.
FLU SEASON IS COMING: ARE YOU READY?
After 2 years with little to no influenza activity, data from the southern hemisphere suggests that Canada may see a more severe flu season this year. Coupled with new survey results showing that fewer Canadians intend to get a flu shot this year and an unseasonal spike in respiratory illnesses through the summer, pharmacy teams are bracing for a very challenging fall. CPhA has tools, information and resources to help you prepare.
NEW FEATURE! CPhA WELLNESS WATCH
Each month, CPhA will shine a spotlight on mental health resources that are available to support pharmacy teams. This month we’re highlighting, A Prescription for Professional Wellness, a new podcast hosted by Amy Oliver, pharmacist and certified leadership coach, and Dr. Carly Crewe, psychotherapist and empowerment coach. The series is sponsored by the Ontario Pharmacists Association (OPA) and is intended to help facilitate conversations about the mental health challenges pharmacy professionals are currently facing.
ACETAMINOPHEN AND IBUPROFEN SUPPLY ISSUES ONGOING
Canada has been experiencing an intermittent supply issue on pediatric liquid formulations of both Acetaminophen and ibuprofen. We issued a statement in August clarifying that a prescription is not needed to purchase these products, and we’re encouraging the public to purchase only what they need to ensure supply is available for all who need it. CPhA has compiled a collection of resources to support you and your patients, and we continue to work with Health Canada and other key stakeholders to understand the extent of the issue and collaborate on mitigation strategies.
DIABETES CARE WITH CPS
Did you know that diabetes is one of the top 5 chronic conditions in Canada? As the most accessible health provider, pharmacists play a critical role in providing diabetes care for patients—and the CPS has the tools, information and resources you need to support them. November is Diabetes Awareness Month and we’re excited to showcase the many ways CPS can help you help your patients with diabetes. Already using CPS to support your patients with diabetes? Tell us about it and you could win 1 of 2 $50 prizes!
Note: Some restrictions apply to the contest. The contest is open to residents of Canada, excluding residents of Quebec. For more information, please review the contest rules
ACCREDITED LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES
Looking for opportunities to increase your knowledge and earn CEUs? CPhA offers a series of accredited webinar recording opportunities to support you in your daily practice.
- 2020 Pharmacist Counselling for Medical Abortion: Using the Pharmacist Checklist and Resource Guide (1.25 CEUs)
- Evidence Based Medicine Through an Indigenous Lens (1 CEU)
- Resilience: A Primer for Pharmacists (1 CEU)
- Therapeutic Nutrition: An Emerging Model for Interdisciplinary Collaboration (1 CEU)
- Fostering A Culture of Safety In Community Pharmacy: A Cross-Country Check-In (1 CEU)
CPO CONVERSATIONS: ON ADVOCACY & LEADERSHIP
In this month’s edition of CPO Conversations, CPO Danielle Paes reflects on finding balance between advocating to advance pharmacy practice and promoting a safe and sustainable future that enables pharmacists to thrive. It’s critical that we come together as a profession to speak out both collectively and individually about the value pharmacy brings to the health-care system and what we need to realize our potential.
SALE ON SELECT CPS PRINT EDITIONS
Both of your trusted references for drug and therapeutic information are on sale! Save 15% when ordering the print editions of CPS: Drug Information and CPS: Therapeutic Choices. Offer ends October 21.
CCCEP BLOG: THE VALUE OF HIGH-QUALITY LEARNING
The Canadian Council on Continuing Education in Pharmacy (CCCEP) has launched a new series focused on highlighting the value of high-quality continuing education. The first 4 posts are currently available on the CCCEP website, featuring pharmacists from across the country sharing how professional development opportunities are making a difference in their practices and careers.
