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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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The epilogue

December 10, 2024

A final message from ACP’s retiring registrar Greg Eberhart.

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Reflections and appreciation

December 10, 2024

Colleagues from across Canada share well wishes and reflections of Greg Eberhart’s 35 years as ACP registrar.

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ACP Council gets an international addition

December 10, 2024

Nicola von Hoensbroech, originally from Germany and relative newcomer to Canada, brings a global perspective to Council.

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Calling for leaders dedicated to pharmacy practice in Alberta

December 10, 2024

ACP is seeking nominations for pharmacists in District 4 (central Alberta) interested in serving on ACP Council.

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Compounding and repackaging policy change

November 26, 2024

Compounding and repackaging services to and from other jurisdictions will no longer be permitted effective April 1, 2025.

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Always check the route of administration for injectable drugs

November 26, 2024

Pharmacists must make evidence-informed decisions during patient assessment.

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Is your professional liability insurance up to date and added to myACP?

November 26, 2024

Pharmacy technicians and pharmacists must ensure their PLI is in place and added to their myACP profile.

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