Pharmacist Led Strep Throat and Ear Infection Pilot Seeing Success
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The Social Democrats want to conduct a complete overhaul of the pharmacy market. Pharmacists should be able to prescribe simpler medicines, such as antibiotics, according to the party.
Pharmacist-led strep throat, ear infection pilot project sees success – Clark's Crossing Gazette
Results from a pilot project launched in January 2025 allowing participating pharmacists to conduct point-of-care testing for strep throat and assess for ear infections has delivered over 3,000 services across Saskatchewan, demonstrating the value of expanding pharmacists’ roles in providing accessible frontline care. This is part of a broader effort to improve primary care access, especially in rural and remote areas. Pharmacists at select loca…
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