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Assessing the Risk of Lyme Disease

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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Breaking up With Your Cigarette

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

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Troubleshooting Your Patient’s Injection Technique: A Guide for Pharmacists

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

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A Primer on Pink Eye

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

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Pharmacists as Allies in Destigmatizing Opioid Use Disorder

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

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Protected: HPV Vaccination: A Critical Tool in Cancer Prevention

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RSV Prevention in Infants and Older Adults

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

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Advocacy in Action: Behind the Scenes with a Pharmacy Student at OPA

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

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The Importance of Dairy, Calcium, and Vitamin D in Osteoporosis

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

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Diabetes Goes Digital: Technological Advancements in Diabetes Management

In recent years, there has been a seismic shift in how patients approach healthcare, with a significant surge in the adoption of digital tools designed to promote healthier lifestyles. Canadians

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My Experience With the OPA: The Spirit of Advocacy

As with everything in life, the profession of pharmacy is peppered with opportunities to make a meaningful impact, given the right intentions and actions. As a new student at the

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