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Professional liability insurance is a must for all regulated members

May 26, 2021

Pharmacists must renew and possess current personal professional liability insurance.

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Download the new version of the Bugs & Drugs app today!

May 26, 2021

New evidence-based reference for pharmacists from Alberta Health Services is now available.

Remain vigilant: pharmacy robberies are still occurring in Alberta

May 26, 2021

An important message from the Calgary Police Service.

New guidelines for Opioid Agonist Therapy (OAT)

May 26, 2021

New OAT guidelines to replace existing ODT guidelines.

Can a minor give informed consent for a COVID-19 vaccination?

May 26, 2021

Children under 18 may be considered a “mature minor” based on several factors assessed by the pharmacist.

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Providing safe, effective vaccinations

May 26, 2021

Important points to remember for pharmacists administering COVID-19 vaccinations.

Council names new honorary life members and honorary members

May 26, 2021

Awards will be presented at September’s Celebration of Leadership.

Calling all aspiring pharmacist student leaders!

May 12, 2021

U of A pharmacy students who are entering their third or fourth year are eligible to apply for ACP’s Leadership Development Award....

Vaccine spacing important as younger Albertans become eligible

May 12, 2021

Pharmacy professionals should ensure eligible Alberta children space their COVID-19 vaccinations appropr...

Faxed Cotridin prescriptions: legitimate or forged?

May 12, 2021

What to look for when assessing faxed prescriptions.

Is your pharmacy ready?

May 12, 2021

The deadline to meet all three priorities of the sterile and non-sterile compounding standards is July 1, 2021.

Alberta Health Services’ compounding formulations now available directly from AHS

May 12, 2021

Community pharmacies no longer require a subsc...

Licensees: completion of Part B of the Licensee Education Program is mandatory

May 12, 2021

Part B must be completed as part of a pharmacy licence renewal application.

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Adapting through crisis: Meeting Albertans’ needs in a pandemic

May 12, 2021

ACP’s 2020-21 Annual Report is now available online.

Council elections open Monday, May 31, 2021

May 12, 2021

Online voting will be available for pharmacy technicians in District A (Northern Alberta) and District B (Southern Alberta).

Changes to medical assistance in dying (MAID) eligibility requirements

May 12, 2021

An important message from Alberta Health Services about changes in MAID legislation.

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Hearing notice: Mehrnoush Sohrabirad

May 3, 2021

Hearing Status:	Appeal decision pending
Registrant:	Mehrno...