Lyme disease continues to be the most frequently reported vector-borne disease in Canada, and cases are on the rise in Ontario. From 2013 to 2022, the number of confirmed cases
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Introduction Tobacco consumption is a leading risk factor for morbidity and mortality in Canada.1 Each year, smoking is estimated to contribute to the death of 45,000 people across Canada, including
According to Diabetes Ontario, approximately 10% of Ontarians are diagnosed with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes, making it extremely likely that the average pharmacist counsels patients taking injectable forms
During the spring and summer months, patients frequently present to the pharmacy seeking professional advice for ocular disorders. One of the more common eye conditions pharmacists will be asked about
Since Canada began tracking opioid-related deaths in 2016, over 40,000 lives have been lost to opioid toxicity. In fact, statistics from the Public Health Agency of Canada estimate that between
We don’t think twice about insuring our homes, our cars, or even our phones. But when it comes to protecting the people who matter most, many Canadians are leaving themselves
In the post-COVID era, travel is regaining momentum, but so are the associated health risks. For travel health professionals, the pre-travel consultation has always been about more than just vaccine
Minor ailment assessments have quickly become a key element in Ontario pharmacists’ expanded scope of practice. Here’s how OPA and U Waterloo School of Pharmacy’s innovative joint program offers comprehensive,
Patty Wu Doctor of Pharmacy Candidate Prior to my time at the Ontario Pharmacists Association (OPA), I had a shallow understanding of what advocacy entailed. I did not truly understand
Sasha Thomson Doctor of Pharmacy Candidate Before starting my degree at the Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy at the University of Toronto, I had a relatively limited understanding of the
Human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common sexually transmitted infection (STI) in Canada and worldwide. Health Canada estimates that up to 75% of unvaccinated sexually active individuals will contract at
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