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Opioid agonist therapy is a high-risk process with potential to cause serious harm and death. Learn how your pharmacy’s OAT practices can be improved today.
Compliance packaging is a high-risk process. Learn more about how your pharmacy can practice safer compliance packaging.
Independent double checks can help reduce the risks created by confirmation bias. When used properly and with good judgement, independent double checks can improve your pharmacy practice.
In several countries including Canada, acetaminophen overdose is the leading cause of liver failure that results in permanent injuries, transplants, and death. But a recent ISMP
Keeping Pediatric Patients Safe: Pediatric Safety Considerations for Community Pharmacists is the latest eLearning module developed by ISMP Canada. This five-part CCCEP-accredited e-Learning program will
The COVID-19 pandemic revealed and exacerbated gaps in the safety and quality or healthcare in Canada. As the pandemic wears on, healthcare providers like you
Proper medication storage is a key aspect in reducing the risk of medication incidents in your pharmacy. Pharmacy professionals play a vital role in ensuring
Medication incidents and unsafe medication practices are a leading cause of preventable harm across the world. The global cost of medication incidents is estimated to
The teach-back method is an essential technique used to improve patient health literacy and confirm a patient’s understanding of their medications before they leave the
Comprehensive, accessible, timely, and correct communication is key to providing safe and effective healthcare. Many studies have identified poor communication as a primary contributing factor