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Health Canada Authorizes More Flexible Storage Conditions for Pfizer-BioNTech Vaccine

On May 19, 2021, Health Canada authorized Pfizer-BioNTech Covid-19 vaccine to be stored at regular fridge temperature (2-8C) for up to one month at the point of use. See here for details.

Acne Management and Clinical Best Practices

Date: Wednesday, June 2nd, 2021Time: 7:00pm-8:15pm EST virtual meeting Speaker: Dr. Adam Natsheh, MD FRCPC, Dermatologist Learning Objectives:• Pathogenesis and diagnosis of acne• Psychosocial impact of acne• Treatment selection for your patients• Counselling to optimize patient adherence and recurrence Please RSVP to Sarah Formagin at 647-880-8950 or sarah.formagin@bauschhealth.com for your Microsoft Teams connection. See here…
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A New Treatment Class for Insomnia Management

Learn about a novel treatment for insomnia by Eisai Date: Thursday May 20, 2021 Time: 7:00 to 8:00 PM Speaker: Dr. Michael Gaudet, MD, FRCP(C) Psychiatrist, Ottawa, Learning Objectives: Highlight the unmet needs with the current treatment options for insomnia Provide an overview of the orexin system and its implication in the treatment of insomnia…
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COPD: How Can the Pharmacist Help?

Date: Thursday May 13, 2021Time: 7:00pm-8:30pm Speaker: Kenneth Chapman, MD, MSc, FRCPC, FACP, FCCP LEARNING OBJECTIVES:• Review the epidemiology and impact of COPD in Canada.• Examine current treatment strategies.• Discuss the pivotal role of the pharmacist in optimizing therapy. To RSVP and receive webinar link, click here for invitation

An Updated Approach to Managing Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis and Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria

Dr Jason K. Lee, MD Allergist will present this update Date: Thursday May 6, 2021Time: 7:30pm Learning Objectives • Optimize treatment of CSU and SAR with 2nd generation antihistamines based on updated guideline recommendations.• The risk of 1st generation antihistamines.• COVID and allergies – what are the risks?• Discuss several SAR and CSU case studies.…
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COVID-19 vaccination: why extend the interval between doses?

From the Official Journal of the Association of Medical Microbiology and Infectious Disease Canada There is much public confusion about Covid-19 vaccination efficacy and dosing intervals. Here is some guidance you can use to explain to patients why extension of dosing intervals is needed. It concludes We now call upon you,trusted healthcare providers, to work…
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Understanding the Impact of Unplanned Psychotropic Medication Switches on Patients

Date: April 26, 2021Time: 7:00pm Objectives:Demonstrate the patient consequences of switches when it comes to psychotropic medication Please RSVP (with your name and email) to:Christina Thibeault before Sunday, April 25th 2021Email: christina.thibeault@pfizer.com or Mobile(Text/ call): 416-834-8885 For a direct link to the webinar, follow these links below: 1. Click to Join the Meeting IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please…
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ADHD- a Pharmacists Education Program

Date: Thursday April 29, 2021Time: 7:00pm-8:00pm plus Q&A The MTPA is proud to host a webinar on ADHD sponsored by Janssen. This overview of ADHD across the lifespan with a discussion of pharmacological therapies and clinical guidelines. It will be presented by Dr. Joan Flood, MD, FCFP. To register for the event click on the…
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Moderna mRNA COVID-19 vaccine Overview for Pharmacists

Date: Thursday April 8th, 2021Time: 7:00pm-7:45pm plus Q&A Madalina Popescu, RPh Senior Medical Science Liaison at Moderna will present an informative overview on the Moderna vaccine. Get your questions answered at this event. This session will cover the lots of information including: Moderna mRNA Platform SARS-CoV-2 and COVID-19: Background, Presentation, and Epidemiology Clinical Development Program…
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How to Draw Up All Six Doses of Pfizer Covid-19 Vaccine from One Vial

Covid vaccine is fragile and it may be tricky to get the last complete dose from the vial. Watch this educational video to preserve all doses of the vaccine.