Pharmacy Association of Nova Scotia

09/22/2025

Pharmacists will ensure vaccines are right for you and in some cases can prescribe them too. Learn more: https://pans.ns.ca/immunizations-injections

09/18/2025

🎉 Did you know? Pharmacy in Nova Scotia is celebrating 150 years! It all began in 1875 with the formation of the Nova Scotia Pharmaceutical Society, followed by the first Pharmacy Act in 1876. 💊✨

09/17/2025

Registration for the 2025 Nova Scotia Pharmacy Conference ends tomorrow at 12pm (AT)! Join us for an inspiring program of education, collaboration and celebration of excellence in pharmacy.

🔗 Register today at pans.ns.ca/conference

09/16/2025

✨ SPEAKER SPOTLIGHT ✨Jeremiah Brown went from novice rower to Olympic silver medalist in just four years, all while raising a young family. A former leader of the Canadian Olympic Committee’s athlete wellness programs, he brings powerful insights on high performance, resilience, and transformation. Author of the bestselling memoir The 4 Year Olympian, Jeremiah inspires audiences to find the courage to reach their goals and overcome the obstacles along the way.

Jeremiah will deliver a powerful keynote to kick off Saturday evening's annual Awards Gala. His inspiring story of resilience and transformation will leave attendees feeling empowered and ready to take on any challenges that come their way.

🔗 Register for the Nova Scotia Pharmacy Conference today at pans.ns.ca/conference

09/14/2025

✨ SPEAKER SPOTLIGHT ✨Sarah Larose graduated from the Dalhousie University College of Pharmacy and has over a decade of experience working in community pharmacy practice settings. Throughout her career she has acted as an author, presenter and expert reviewer for continuing education programs with Dal CPE, PANS and CPhA. Sarah is currently a full-time Instructor at the Dalhousie College of Pharmacy. Her responsibilities include course development, coordination and instruction across all years of the PharmD program on a variety of therapeutic topics.

Sarah's Sunday session, "New Frontiers and Approaches in Skeletal Health," offers an interactive, case-based review of Canada’s updated osteoporosis and fracture prevention guidelines. Attendees will work through real scenarios to refine decision-making, strengthen patient collaboration, and enhance teamwork with the broader healthcare system. This session was co-developed by Marie Rocci.

🔗 Register for the Nova Scotia Pharmacy Conference today at pans.ns.ca/conference

09/13/2025

Join us at the 2025 Nova Scotia Pharmacy Conference — where innovation, collaboration and the future of pharmacy come together! ⚓ Register today at pans.ns.ca/conference

09/12/2025

✨ SPEAKER SPOTLIGHT ✨Coleman Black received his undergraduate degree in Biochemistry and Genetics from Memorial University, medical degree from Dalhousie University, completed his Internal Medicine Residency training in Saint John NB, and fellowship training in both Adult Respirology and Adult Sleep Medicine at the University of Ottawa. He currently practices Respirology and Critical Care at Miramichi Regional Hospital and works as a Sleep Specialist at the Atlantic Sleep Centre at the Saint John Regional Hospital.

Coleman's Saturday Platinum Symposium, "The Latest Evidence and Advancements in COPD Management", will review the latest evidence and advancements in COPD management, by reviewing burden of disease and the IMPACT Landmark Study, the advantages of SITT and the guidelines/recommendations for triple therapy.

🔗 Register for the Nova Scotia Pharmacy Conference today at pans.ns.ca/conference

09/10/2025

Today, September 10, Nova Scotians aged 75 and older can book their free RSV vaccine through pharmacies and public health, with the first appointments Monday, September 15. Book your appointment online at http://novascotia.ca/vaccination or by calling 1-833-797-7772.

Infants under eight months and adults 75 years and older will soon have access to free protection against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).

Today, September 10, Nova Scotians aged 75 and older can book their free RSV vaccine through pharmacies and public health, with the first appointments Monday, September 15. Primary care providers will begin offering the vaccine in November.

The program for infants under eight months will be offered every year during the RSV season, which typically begins in late fall and lasts until spring. Newborns will be offered their dose before being discharged from hospital, and other eligible infants can receive their dose from their primary care provider or public health. This year, the program runs from October 15 to April 30.

RSV is a common respiratory virus that can lead to severe complications such as bronchiolitis and pneumonia, particularly in infants and older adults.

Adults age 75 years and older can book their vaccine online at http://novascotia.ca/vaccination or by calling 1-833-797-7772.

Read more at: https://news.novascotia.ca/en/2025/09/10/province-expanding-access-rsv-protection-infants-older-nova-scotians

09/10/2025

✨ SPEAKER SPOTLIGHT ✨ Sabrina McLean has worked in community pharmacy since age 16 and specializes in non-sterile compounding. She is currently the Pharmacy Manager and Compounding Lab Supervisor at East Coast Apothecary, providing customized therapies to meet diverse patient needs.

Sabrina's tech focused session, "The Daily Grind: Non-Sterile Compounding Without Losing Your Pestle”, will review current regulatory standards and best practices for non-sterile compounding in Nova Scotia community pharmacies. Attendees will learn practical tips, tools, and timesavers to enhance their compounding practice.

🔗 Register for the Nova Scotia Pharmacy Conference today at pans.ns.ca/conference

09/09/2025

Your bathroom’s medicine cabinet is NOT the best place to store your medication. Heat and humidity can affect your medication’s effectiveness.

09/08/2025

Immunization doesn’t just protect you – it protects others too! Learn more: www.immunize.ca

09/07/2025

✨ SPEAKER SPOTLIGHT ✨ Dr. Scott Lee completed his biochemistry degree at Mount Allison University, a master’s in clinical epidemiology at Memorial University, and medical training through Dalhousie. Now practicing hepatology in Kentville, he is developing a multidisciplinary chronic liver disease clinic while enjoying life with his family in the Annapolis Valley.

Scott's session, "Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease Updates", will outline the reasons for the change in nomenclature from NAFLD to MASLD. MASLD will be reviewed by examing the epidemiology, screening, risk stratification, current and future treatment options.

🔗 Register for the Nova Scotia Pharmacy Conference today at pans.ns.ca/conference