Typically I refer to it as a health disorder that can be treated with minimum intervention and/or self-care.
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Pink eye, or conjunctivitis, is an inflammation of the conjunctiva, which is the thin membrane that lines the inside of the eyelid and part of the eye's surface.
Patients often make the mistake of using their eye drops incorrectly, leading to inaccurate dosing, wasted medication, running out of drops earlier than necessary, and potential side effects from systemic absorption.
Can MisterPharmacist charge a fee for providing minor ailment services if you don't have a health card (OHIP) or is otherwise ineligible for reimbursement under Ministry of Health funding (i.e., exceeded plan maximums)?
As pharmacists become an increasingly important part of the healthcare system in Ontario, it is important to understand their role and how they can help treat minor ailments.
The role of pharmacists in the healthcare system is rapidly evolving. In Ontario, pharmacists are now able to prescribe certain medications and provide a range of services that can help improve patient outcomes.
Introduction: To answer a common question from parents, Ontario's regulations do not specify age restrictions for pharmacists to prescribe medication for minor ailments.
Mister Pharmacist will take through a thorough medical history check and prescribe a prescription product to help reduce the severity of your latest cold sore episode. This starts January 2023 in Ontario
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Behind MisterPharmacist™ is Alex Mihaila, a pharmacist with over 30 years of experience spanning community pharmacy and the pharmaceutical industry.
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