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June 5, 2024
Pharmacists lead the way in reducing ER visits: A Nova Scotia success story

A government report reveals that pharmacy clinics in Nova Scotia have contributed to a nearly 10% decline in emergency room visits for non-urgent or less-urgent cases, which further reinforces the vital impact of pharmacists in alleviating the burden on traditional health-care facilities.

May 30, 2024
Resource Round-up: Indigenous health

Intergenerational trauma, health-care disparities, and racism in all its forms continue to undermine the health of Indigenous patients and their trust in the health care system. As a key entry point to our health system, the pharmacy community has a key role to play in implementing culturally safe, patient-centered care across Canada.  

May 15, 2024
CPhA and CSHP release new climate-conscious recommendations for pharmacists

Part of Choosing Wisely Canada’s new climate-conscious recommendations, CPhA and the Canadian Society of Hospital Pharmacists (CSHP) collaborated on 5 joint climate action recommendations for pharmacists.

April 17, 2024
Federal budget 2024: CPhA welcomes news that student loan forgiveness program will include pharmacists

The 2024 federal budget was tabled on April 16. Here’s a round-up of the health-care commitments outlined in the budget that relate to our key priorities.

April 4, 2024
Alberta pharmacist Sherif Hanafy Mahmoud named 2024 Canadian Pharmacist of the Year

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.

March 20, 2024
New resources for pharmacists to support sustainable blood glucose monitoring

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

March 14, 2024
CPhA statement on pharmacist-delivered services and professional autonomy

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.

March 11, 2024
Resource Round-up: Ramadan

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

March 8, 2024
New resource – Measles: What you need to know

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

February 29, 2024
Canadian Pharmacists Association responds to new pharmacare legislation, call for inclusion of pharmacists in new pharmacare expert committee

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.

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