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
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) in healthy individuals often presents with mild symptoms, but for infants and older adults, RSV can be dangerous. These vulnerable populations are at increased risk of
Introduction and Disease State Background Some medical conditions develop silently, often without noticeable symptoms, until a serious complication occurs. One notable example is osteoporosis, a bone disease resulting from decreased
Streptococcus pneumoniae (S. pneumoniae) infections result in pneumococcal diseases and are a major cause of illness and death globally(1,2). Pneumococcal infections range from sinus and ear infections to pneumonia and
Maria Vu Doctor of Pharmacy Candidate Spending this summer working for the Professional Affairs department at the Ontario Pharmacists Association (OPA) was a truly unique and enriching experience. Like many
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
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
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