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CPhA’s 2024 Canadian Pharmacist of the Year stands as a beacon of excellence in the field of pharmacy and exemplifies how perseverance, curiosity and innovation can lead to improvements in health care and better outcomes for patients. In an illustrious career characterized by remarkable achievements, Dr. Sherif Hanafy Mahmoud has excelled in diverse roles as a clinician, researcher, educator and leader.

CPhA has developed a new series of practice tools focused on appropriate testing frequency of blood glucose in type 2 diabetes patients. 

In response to recent media reports, the Canadian Pharmacists Association (CPhA) would like to express its position on the value of medication reviews and the importance of pharmacists’ autonomy and professional judgment when it comes to health-care delivery.

By promoting medication safety during Ramadan, health-care professionals can help individuals make informed decisions about their health while honoring their religious observances.

CPhA has developed a new practice tool to support you and your conversations with patients about measles.

Following the announcement of new pharmacare legislation by the Canadian government, CPhA is urging the Minister of Health to include a community pharmacist in the expert advisory committee tasked with shaping this new program.

The Canadian Pharmacists Association announces the submission of a formal complaint to the Competition Bureau of Canada, targeting the longstanding and exploitative practices of Express Scripts Canada, which recently resulted in the unilateral implementation of a new service fee imposed on pharmacies across the country.

After extensive engagement and consultation with pharmacists, students and other members of the pharmacy community, CPhA is excited to launch a new 3-year strategic plan that will address the challenges and opportunities facing Canadian pharmacy head on.