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Impurities found in certain angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) products

January 8, 2019

Health Canada has published a complete, updated list of recalled ARB products.

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Notice of practice permit conditions: Dr. Pierre Rizk, PharmD (pharmacist)

December 20, 2018

Under section 65 of the Health Professions Act, interim conditions have been imposed on the practice permit of Edmonton pharmacist, Dr. Pierre Rizk.

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Bill 21—An Act to Protect Patients—passes in the Legislature

December 12, 2018

The legislation addresses sexual abuse and sexual misconduct of patients by regulated health professionals.

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The requirement for registrants’ conduct to be professional extends beyond the pharmacy

December 12, 2018

Lessons Learned: A recent hearing tribunal issued its written decision on the merit and orders regarding the conduct of a pharmacist.

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Priority Two deadline approaching for compounding non-hazardous and hazardous sterile preparations

December 12, 2018

Sterile compounding facilities must be compliant by January 1, 2019.

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ACP holiday break

December 12, 2018

Our office will be closed and The Link will return in 2019.

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Alberta Netcare Portal upgrade complete

November 29, 2018

Read more for details on training materials and contact information.

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Planning for compliance with the Standards for Pharmacy Compounding of Non-Sterile Preparations

November 28, 2018

Additional resources are now available to assist pharmacy teams.

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Application of compassion in pharmacy practice

November 28, 2018

New guidance is now available for pharmacy professionals.

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Can I accept coupons? Should I provide them?

November 28, 2018

ACP’s guidance for the use of manufacturers’ coupons.

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