A Clinician’s Guide to Prescribing Combined Hormonal Contraception
Combined Hormonal Contraception (CHC) is used by many females for various conditions, ranging from contraception, dysmenorrhea, and...
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Cassandra Van Drunen-LaChanse
- May 6
- 5 min
Did I Take That Pill? Different Ways to Remember to Take Your Medications
In an already-busy world, remembering to take one’s medications can be extremely difficult. For some, a simple dosette or blister pack...
Madeleine Rivard
- Apr 29
- 4 min
More is Not Always Better: Impacts of Polypharmacy in Older Adults
What do you think about when you hear the term “polypharmacy”? Multiple chronic diseases? A lot of pill bottles?...
Madeleine Rivard
- Apr 22
- 5 min
Infant Nutrition: The Basics
For parents/guardians, understanding optimal nutrition for infant development can be a daunting task. Which formula should be used?...
Candice Lin
- Apr 15
- 3 min
Stepping Out of The Dispensary: Pharmacists in the Pharmaceutical Industry
From early clinical research to post-market pharmacovigilance, pharmacists can be involved in virtually all stages of a new drug...
Andrew Tu
- Apr 8
- 3 min
How to Manage Acid Reflux
Acid reflux is a common issue that some of us will experience at some point. It is also commonly referred to as heartburn and GERD...
Candice Lin
- Mar 18
- 4 min
How to Get Rid of Plantar Warts
Ouch! You feel a painful pinch from the bottom of your left foot while walking. You take off your sock to check – a small and rough bump...
Cassandra Van Drunen-LaChanse
- Feb 11
- 4 min
It’s That Time of the Month! Let’s Talk About Period Pain
Edited by Mirabella Chan [This post contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. Please read our...
Lauren Dayes
- Jan 28
- 3 min
Medications Associated with Male Fertility
Around 1 in 6 Canadian couples attempting to conceive experience infertility, with up to half of cases involving male infertility...
Andrew Tu
- Jan 21
- 3 min
Clearing the Colon: A Guide to Constipation Management
Whether we like to admit it or not, constipation is a problem we all go through at some point in our lives. When your bowel movements...
Bismah Hassan
- Jan 7
- 4 min
A Comparison of Ticagrelor, Prasugrel and Clopidogrel in Dual Antiplatelet Therapy Regimens
Dual antiplatelet therapy is indicated in most patients who undergo percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) for an acute coronary...
Carter VanIderstine
- Dec 10, 2022
- 3 min
What Do Medication Expiry Dates Mean?
Have you ever found an expired bottle of medication around the house and wondered if it is still safe to use? Keep reading to find out!
Stephanie Hwang
- Sep 6, 2022
- 4 min
From Lab to Shelf: The Journey of a New Drug
Have you ever wondered how drugs go from the research lab to the shelf at your local pharmacy? This can require years of research...
Cassandra Van Drunen-LaChanse
- Aug 20, 2022
- 4 min
What's That Scratch? An Overview of Eczema
Has your skin been irritating you? Is it red and itchy? If yes, there is a good chance you may be experiencing eczema. This condition...
Madeleine Rivard
- Aug 6, 2022
- 4 min
Spotlight on Women’s Health: Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
While women’s health has historically been a neglected area of research, there has been a societal push in recent years to increase...
Andrew Tu
- Jul 23, 2022
- 4 min
The Role of Pharmacies in Travel Health
Summer has arrived! With the weather getting warmer and COVID restrictions slowly easing, rates of travel are likely...
Candice Lin
- Jul 9, 2022
- 3 min
Managing Athlete's Foot
Athlete’s foot – also referred to as tinea pedis – is a fungal infection of the skin on the feet often observed in between the toes...
Carter VanIderstine
- Jul 2, 2022
- 4 min
Strategies for Reducing Sedative Hypnotic Drug Use for Insomnia
More than 50% of adult and elderly hospitalized patients report sleep problems. Hospital physicians are quick to prescribe...
Lauren Dayes
- Jun 18, 2022
- 2 min
First Aid Kits for Outdoor Adventures
As we head into summer, many people are dreaming of their next outdoor adventure. Whether you are planning a month-long wilderness...
Bismah Hassan
- Jun 6, 2022
- 4 min
Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs)
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are one of the top reasons that Canadians receive antibiotics. This is largely because of how common...
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