One of the most impactful experiences you will get from Heritage College programs is your practicum placement. At the end of your course, you enter
Many of us have heard about “self-care” from our family, friends, coworkers, physicians, or the media. But most of us don’t fully understand its meaning,
Our kidneys are one of the most vital organs required for maintaining our body’s health and wellness. Everyone knows they have kidneys, but few people know what they do. Well, March is National Kidney Month, so there’s no better time to learn about how your kidneys help you!
Pharmacists with authorization to administer drugs by injection can significantly impact the fight against COVID-19 by using their skills to help with crucial tasks such as vaccine administration and education at designated Alberta Health Services (AHS) facilities. In Alberta, pharmacists could potentially be part of phase 2 immunization to provide vaccines to specific groups, including people at-risk populations in the wider community, such as seniors 75 years old or older and First Nations communities.
Both pharmacy technicians and pharmacy assistants play a vital role in pharmacy. Each profession’s scope of practice is essential for the pharmacy’s operation and success. Both occupations go hand in hand, and work is divided between each member of the pharmacy depending on the scope.
The COVID-19 pandemic has shown the world how important mental health is. Now, more than ever, the world is seeing firsthand just how much we all need each other. We all need to encourage healthy self-esteem and support each other with kindness, compassion and empathy.
As medical office assistants, unit clerks, and pharmacy assistants, our graduates will likely encounter those with gout in the workplace. Here are some things frontline healthcare workers need to know about the disease and how to manage it.
As adult learners, it can be a challenge managing your education. Here’s some pointers on how you can find a way to fit your studying in!
As our population ages, more and more Canadians are developing osteoporosis. As medical office assistants, unit clerks, and pharmacy assistants, our graduates will regularly be dealing with patients who have the condition. Here’s what you can do to help them.
As students, you have made a conscious decision to add stress to your life. So how do you reduce that stress?
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