Health Insight
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Canada’s Community Pharmacies: Powering Access Today, Transforming Care Tomorrow
Accessible. Trusted. Ready. The next evolution of community healthcare Canada’s healthcare system is under strain. Yet in communities nationwide, pharmacy teams are demonstrating what a stronger, more accessible model of care can look like, and what it could become with the right supports. With more than 12,000 locations nationwide and 95 per cent of Canadians living within...
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The Amazon Era of Pharmacy: How AI Is Reshaping Medication Delivery
As pharmacists’ roles expand, AI-powered, cold-chain-enabled delivery platforms are helping modernize care and improve patient access. Across Canada, the role of the pharmacist is evolving, and they are playing a greater role in frontline healthcare. As responsibilities grow, so does the need for smarter systems that reduce operational burden. Script Runner is helping pharmacies modernize logistics so...
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Pack Sunscreen and Prevention: Start at Your Local Pharmacy
Pharmacists help travellers prevent illness abroad with vaccines, medications and expert advice—so vacations are remembered for sunshine, not sickness. Canadian trips abroad totalled 43.3 million in 2025 according to Statistics Canada—undaunted by airline disruptions, weather delays and accommodation mishaps—all in pursuit of sunshine, scenery and cultural immersion. But while travellers may pack for paradise, many don’t pack for prevention. As many as 43 per cent to 79 per cent of travelers to low-...
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More Than Dispensing, The Evolving Role of Independent Pharmacies
As health system pressures grow, independent pharmacies continue to deliver accessible, neighbourhood-based care Canadians rely on. Pharmacy Appreciation Month is an opportunity to recognize the essential role independent pharmacies play in sustaining Canada’s health care system. Over the past several years, the role of community pharmacy has fundamentally evolved. Independent pharmacies are no longer viewed solely as dispensing...
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Pharmacists CAN: Let’s stop holding pharmacists back
Pharmacists CAN is advocating for legislative reforms to empower Canadian pharmacists to practice to the full extent of their training. Across Canada, pharmacists are among the most accessible and trusted health-care providers. They assess symptoms, manage medications, administer vaccines and support patients living with chronic conditions. Every day, pharmacy teams help Canadians navigate their health with expertise and compassion. ...
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Leading the Charge in Pharmacy Innovation, A Conversation with Dr. Debbie Kelly
Dr. Debbie Kelly, 2025 Pharmacist of the Year, shares insights on evolving practice, systemic primary care needs, and empowering pharmacists. The Canadian Pharmacists Association (CPhA) recently announced Dr. Debbie Kelly as the 2025 Canadian Pharmacist of the Year. Dr. Kelly is recognized for her transformative leadership and her dedication to health equity, particularly through her groundbreaking work in...