Since the introduction of the requirements for COVID-19 testing worldwide, travel has been a confusing area for most people. A lot of this confusion has been ending up at the pharmacy and it may not stop any time soon. How prepared are you for the future of travel?

Canada is experiencing a disturbing surge in opioid-related deaths during the pandemic. Pharmacists are often among the first to experience their patients’ health problems.

Seasonal allergies are coming on strong this year. Higher than normal pollen levels have led to an allergy season full of sneezing and itchy eyes. The season started earlier and shows every sign of lasting longer. According to Daniel Coates, the director of the Ottawa-based 

Expanding the profile of Lovell Drugs is one of the achievements of which Rita Winn is proudest. Through her dedication and the work of the entire team, Lovell has become a well-run company committed to its employees, patients and the profession of pharmacy.

My career has taken many interesting twists and turns, and my advice to new pharmacists is to always remain open to unique career pathways even if you don’t envision these roles for yourself.

“I had been researching to see which (vaccine booking systems) would be best for us, and when we got the offer to be part of the pilot for this new software, I said ‘OK.’”

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Now that COVID-19 vaccinations are changing the landscape, it's time to take toll of your pharmacy's financial plan for the year.