Since ACP introduced our new guidelines for assessment and monitoring individuals using opioid medications on October 1, 2017, we have received feedback from frustrated pharmacy professionals and members of the public. We’re hearing your concerns and we want to provi...
The Health Product InfoWatch is a monthly publication intended primarily for healthcare professionals. It provides clinically relevant safety information on pharmaceuticals, biologics, medical devices and natural health products.
For Spruce Grove’s Alex Stepanov, a recent trip to Washington, D.C. to help his mom at her new home became hazardous.
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We invite you to join Registrar Greg Eberhart and Council President Brad Couldwell at our upcoming regional meetings in Red Deer (November 22) and Edmonton (November 29).
During these interactive evening...
The 2017/18 influenza season has officially arrived in Alberta. As of Monday, Albertans were eligible to receive the influenza vaccine through Alberta Health Services (AHS) clinics, physicians, and, of course, pharmacies.
Last season, over 1.1 million Albertans, representing 27 per cent of the province’s population, received the influenza vaccine...
Council has rescinded its motion from June 21 “to develop new Standards for advertising Schedule 2 and Schedule 3 drugs." In preparing for consultation, new information was considered, and council has approved the following guidelines to support and reinforce existing regulations related to the sale of Schedule 2 and 3 dr...
The ongoing opioid crisis impacts Albertans at all levels – from patients, to families, to healthcare professionals.
At the CSHP Alberta Branch Symposium opioid panel, held October 13 in Edmonton, pharmac...
October 30 to November 3, 2017, is ...
Want to help recognize role models, celebrate outstanding patient care, and raise the profile of pharmacy practice in Alberta? Nominate a pharmacist, pharmacy team, or friend of pharmacy for a 2018 APEX Award!
In the September 27 issue of The Link, we mentioned th...
In October, ACP will commence this year’s Audits of Professional Declarations, so watch your email! This year we are conducting audits on 5 percent of practicing pharmacists.
Pharmacists selected for Audit of Professional Declarations must submit the required documents by November 14, 2017.
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If you’re a pharmacy technician in Alberta, November 30 is a big day.
And this year, it’s even bigger than before.
