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Pharmacist and author Sherry Torkos joins The Morning Show hosts for a pop quiz on the health benefits of iron. “It’s one of those minerals that’s essential for growth development. Our body uses it to make hormones and it’s necessary to help carry oxygen through our body,” Torkos says. She adds that iron supplements such...

Saskatchewan Health Minister Everett Hindley joined our Moises Canales-Lavigne about a new pilot project in the province that will expand the scope of practice for some pharmacists.

In an effort to connect Ontarians to care closer to home — the province is seeking to expand the role of pharmacists once again but doctors are taking issue with the proposed changes — suggesting pharmacists aren’t trained to do the work. Caryn Lieberman explains.

Ontario is proposing to further expand pharmacists’ scope of practice by adding to the list of minor ailments they can assess. The list would grow to include sore throat, calluses and corns, mild headaches, shingles, minor sleep disorders, fungal nail infections, swimmers’ ear, head lice, nasal congestion, dandruff, ringworm, jock itch, warts, and dry eye....

Pharmacists across Saskatchewan will soon be able to offer more care for patients with strep throat and ear infections. But some are calling it a band aid solution to a bigger problem.

Pharmacists in Alberta are baffled by the provincial government’s announcement come Nov. 1, it’s rolling back reimbursements to pharmacists who do front-line care such as helping come up with care plans for patients with complex health conditions, such as diabetes, mental illness and cardiovascular disease. As Jayme Doll reports, some say it’s not only going...

WATCH: Pharmacist Kelly Kizlyk explains vaccine options to prevent shingles which comes from the chicken pox virus.

A natural part of aging includes a shift in hormones and that can bring on a whole host of symptoms in both men and women. For women, that includes menopause and for men it’s andropause. Pharmacist Sherry Torkos joined us on ‘Global News Morning Edmonton’ to help educate and navigate these changes.

In B.C. people no longer have to wait for an appointment with their family doctor to access reproductive and sexual health options. Pharmacists are able to prescribe contraception.

London Drugs pharmacist Penny Lehoux discusses the latest vaccines for COVID-19 and influenza and when people will be eligible to get them.

Aging often includes a shift in hormones, that can bring on a whole host of symptoms in both men and women. Pharmacist Sherry Torkos joins Ross Hull to discuss some of the common changes and what people need to be aware of when going through this experience. 

With kids back in school, children are bringing home more than just homework. We’re talking bacteria, viruses and head lice. Pharmacist Sherry Torkos joined us on Global News Morning Edmonton with tips on how parents can navigate back to school health.

School is back in session, and so are the germs. Classrooms are once again becoming breeding grounds for everything from the common cold to tummy bugs. Pharmacist and natural health expert Sherry Torkos joins Ross Hull to share tips on keeping the bugs out of your home.

London Drugs pharmacist Lisa Gill discusses some of the common mistakes people make with prescription medications and how to make sure you are being safe.

Pharmacist Kelly Kizlyk explains new Health Canada legislation around nicotine pouches to only be sold in pharmacies. The product is intended to be a nicotine replacement. She adds that Zonnic pouches have 4 mg of nicotine in them, or two cigarettes.

WATCH: Pharmacist Kelly Kizlyk has more on what causes osteoporosis and how to keep our bones healthy in this week’s Healthy Living.

Pharmacist Sherry Torkos joins us with simple strategies to stay regular and feel lighter. From fibre and hydration to bathroom routines, she shares practical tips to keep your digestion on track.

Pharmacies are helping to reduce the number of people visiting emergency rooms by treating patients with minor ailments. Pharmacist at Shoppers Drug Mart Abimbola Fawumi joins Global News Morning Calgary with some of the treatments they can provide.

Vancouver police say no charges will be laid against an East Vancouver pharmacist who’s had his licence suspended. He’s accused of improperly distributing narcotics – and that’s hitting home for a Surrey woman who lost her son to this type of drug. Troy Charles reports.

Pharmacist Sherry Torkos joins Global News Morning to give tips to navigate poisonous plants and burns when you’re out in the wilderness.