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Pharmacists are hoping the province will allow them to administer more vaccines in the near future. It’s an effort they say will result in more convenience for Manitobans while improving province-wide vaccination rates. Vasilios Bellos has more.

Israeli strikes have killed around 1,400 people in Gaza since the ceasefire deal was struck almost a year ago. Thousands of others have been injured, and are still struggling to get proper medical treatment, despite the increased flow of aid in the past year. As Redmond Shannon reports, some pharmacists are improvising to help fill...

A new report in the Canadian Pharmacies Journal is showing the benefits of having pharmacists treat tick bite patients in Nova Scotia. One advantage is keeping patients who need the treatment out of emergency departments. Angela Capobianco reports.

With the arrival of colder weather comes flu season across Canada. And with the number of influenza cases climbing, Maritimers are eager to get their annual vaccines. But as Ella MacDonald reports, pharmacists say not to worry if appointments are full.

Manitoba’s government says it will let pharmacists in the province prescribe birth control.

Flu season is upon us and according to the Public Health Agency of Canada, fewer people are getting vaccinated compared to ten years ago. . Billy Cheung, a pharmacist from Pharmasave, joins our Jaden Lee-Lincoln to break down the importance of fall flu vaccinations.

One week after shots started being deployed in the community, Quebec’s vaccination campaign is ramping up. But some pharmacists say they’re struggling to get enough vaccines to keep up with demand. Pharmacies are warning that unpredictable deliveries could leave patients waiting for their shots, or giving up altogether. Felicia Parrillo explains.

One week after shots started being deployed in the community, Quebec’s vaccination campaign is ramping up. But some pharmacists say they’re struggling to get enough vaccines to keep up with demand. Pharmacies are warning that unpredictable deliveries could leave patients waiting for their shots, or giving up altogether. Felicia Parrillo explains.

As we head into cold and flu season, London Drugs pharmacist Lisa Gill joins Jason Pires to talk about the vaccine rollout campaign and who should be getting the flu and COVID-19 vaccines this year.

Many people treat digestive issues, stress and pain as separate issues, but pharmacist and naturopathic Dr. Shabita Teja says they are all deeply interconnected and impacted by the gut-brain connection. “The gut and brain are in constant bi-direction communication. We have a second brain in our gut called the enteric nervous system,” Teja said. “Stress...

London Drugs pharmacist Jennifer Ho discusses what people should know when planning a trip. She looks at how to know whether you need a vaccination to travel and how to make sure your medications and prescriptions are up to date and available for your journey.

The calls for greater checks on artificial intelligence (AI) are increasing globally as more reports surface of AI agents going rogue. The El Niño weather phenomenon has been churning up storms in the Pacific Ocean, generating more heat than usual. Israeli strikes have killed around 1,400 people in Gaza and injured thousands. Some pharmacists in...

Back to school is just around the corner for most kids in the province. For some that means a change in how they, and their parents, manage their medications. London Drugs pharmacist Lisa Gill discusses some things to look out for and offers some ideas to make the transition a little easier.

The network of about 1,000 pharmacists across New Brunswick say they could help more people get the primary virtual care they need — faster. But they say that opportunity is being missed in the province’s new Virtual Care NB system. Reeti Meenakshi Rohilla reports.

From antibiotics for an infection, to prescription painkillers, to medications for chronic illnesses, people can often be on several different drugs at the same time. London Drugs pharmacist Jarvis Li discusses how to manage multiple medications and what to do with leftover pills.

On World Skin Health Day, London Drugs pharmacist Lisa Gill discusses keeping healthy skin and what things might be a cause concern.

Pharmacist Kelly Kizlyk explains the effects of caffeine on your body and on different age groups and Health Canada regulations.

We all know to wear sunscreen and stay hydrated when out in the sun, but there are lots of specifics around how much sunscreen and what type to use. London Drugs pharmacist Lisa Gill discusses some of the specifics around staying healthy on sunny days.

Half the population experiences periods for a big part of their lives — yet, a lot of people still aren’t sure what’s considered ‘normal’ and what could be a cause for concern. London Drugs pharmacist Jennifer Ho discusses menstruation and the supports available.

WATCH: Pharmacist Kelly Kizlyk discusses insomnia factors and behaviors contributing to sleep quality.