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Portrait of ACP Council member, Stephen Mandel.

Stephen Mandel joins ACP Council

January 21, 2025

The former Edmonton mayor and Alberta Minister of Health is Council’s newest public member.

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Calling all new pharmacists and pharmacy technicians: Apply now for the $5,000 Leadership Development Award

January 21, 2025

If you have been practising for up to five years, you are eligible and encouraged to apply.

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How using laboratory data can support pharmacists’ clinical assessments

January 21, 2025

Laboratory data can help pharmacy teams optimize health outcomes and prevent harm.

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Portrait of Council President, Patrick Zachar

From one busy year to another

January 7, 2025

A New Year’s message from ACP Council president Patrick Zachar.

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Council update

January 7, 2025

Highlights from the December 2024 ACP Council meeting.

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Pharmacy professional talking on the phone in the pharmacy.

Disclosure of patient health information

January 7, 2025

Determining appropriate collection, use, and disclosure.

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Vaccine spacing considerations

January 7, 2025

Pharmacists are reminded that vaccine spacing can impact effectiveness.

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All respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccines are Schedule II

January 7, 2025

This includes Abrysvo and Arexvy RSV vaccines.

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Deadline approaching for private counselling room and sink requirements

January 7, 2025

Pharmacies may be required to renovate prior to June 1, 2025.

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Suspended pharmacy technicians

January 2, 2025

The following pharmacy technicians did not complete their practice permit renewal.

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