Ontario proposes expanding pharmacists' roles to alleviate healthcare system pressure.
Ontario is proposing to broaden pharmacists' roles by allowing them to assess more minor ailments, administer additional vaccines, and order certain lab tests. This expansion aims to alleviate pressure on the healthcare system. The new list of ailments includes conditions like sore throats and mild headaches. However, the proposal has raised concerns among doctors about pharmacists' ability to diagnose and treat. Public comments on the proposal are open until October 20.
September 16, 2024
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