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Pharmacogenetic Supported Prescribing in Kids (PGx-SParK)

April 6, 2022

Pharmacists can play a key role in creating awareness for parents of children with mental health conditio...

Hearing notice: Brendan C. Ihejirika

April 5, 2022

Hearing Status:	Decision pending
Registrant:	Brendan C. Ihejirika...

What qualifies as a “safe?”

March 23, 2022

Tips for pharmacy teams when purchasing a time-delayed safe.

Nominations sought for ACP’s Honorary Life Membership Award

March 23, 2022

Nominations will be accepted until April 30, 2022.

Responding to the removal of natural health products from the National Drug Schedules

March 23, 2022

Pharmacy teams must use professional judgement to assess risks and conduct effect...

Prescription transmission through apps and online tools

March 23, 2022

Photos or scans of prescriptions submitted by the patient cannot be used to fill a prescription.

Providing care to an employee or co-worker can be complicated

March 23, 2022

Lessons learned: health information must be disclosed appropriately.

ACP recruiting pharmacists to serve as Continuing Competence Program (CCP) assessors

March 23, 2022

It’s an opportunity to learn new skills and be inspired.

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Assessors needed for upcoming OSCE exams

March 23, 2022

PEBC invites qualified pharmacists to apply

Thank you, pharmacy teams

March 9, 2022

2022’s Pharmacy Appreciation Month marks two years of COVID-19.

Council election this spring

March 9, 2022

Online voting will be available for pharmacists in District 1 (northern Alberta) and District 4 (central Alberta).

Reminder: Pharmacies’ role in preventing COVID-19 infection spread

March 9, 2022

ACP recommends continuous masking along with other prevention measures as appropriate.

Changes to Tracked Prescription Program (TPP) requirements

March 9, 2022

Changes are in response to the Health Canada Exemptions for Prescribing and Providing Controlled Substances.

Learning from tragedy

March 9, 2022

A recent fatality inquiry serves as an important reminder for pharmacy teams.

Is your pharmacy prepared for drug recalls?

March 9, 2022

Health Canada recently communicated two type 1 drug recalls.

$5,000 Leadership Development Award

March 9, 2022

The application deadline for third- and fourth-year U of A pharmacy students is March 15, 2022!

Selling and distributing rapid antigen tests

February 23, 2022

Some key points for pharmacy teams to remember when providing these services.

ACP Connect returns…in person!

February 23, 2022

Save the date for events in your area this spring.

Conscientious objection comes with responsibilities

February 23, 2022

Pharmacy professionals must respect each patient’s right to health care.

New Health Canada portal to report loss or theft of controlled substances

February 23, 2022

It’s now easier to submit, access, view, and amend reports.

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