pharmacists

BC pharmacists offers prescriptions for minor ailments and contraception

By: Eden Chipperfield, News Writer As of June 1, BC pharmacists can assess and prescribe to patients for 21 minor ailments and contraceptives that initially required a visit to a clinic to receive a prescription. Minor conditions on the list include hemorrhoids, urinary tract infections, pink eye, and shingles.   BC became the first province to offer free prescription contraception for all residents enrolled in the Medical Services Plan (MSP) on April 1. PharmaCare covers the total cost of contraception, such as oral contraceptives, hormonal and copper intrauterine devices (IUDs), hormone implants, hormone injections, and emergency oral contraception.  The Peak connected…

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