THE TABLET
JUN/JUL 2012 | VOLUME 20. NO.9
contents Editor-in-Chief Kathie Taylor 604.269.2863, kathie.taylor@bcpharmacy.ca
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Senior Editor Elise Riedlinger 604.269.2866, elise.riedlinger@bcpharmacy.ca Advertising Sales Shannon Ward, OnTrack Media 604.639.7760, tablet@ontrackco.com The Tablet is published by the BCPhA. Views expressed herein do not necessarily reflect those of the Association. Contributed material is not guaranteed space and may be edited for brevity, clarity and content. BCPhA offices: #1530-1200 West 73rd Avenue Vancouver, BC V6P 6G5 telephone: 604.261.2092 or toll-free in bc: 1.800.663.2840 fax: 604.261.2097 toll-free fax: 1.877.672.2211 e-mail: info@bcpharmacy.ca web: www.bcpharmacy.ca
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Pharmassist: 1.800.667.2190 For confidential counselling referral for employment or addiction related assistance Publication agreement #40810576
Cover Photo: BCPhA board member Don Cocar presents Moiz Lalani with the Honorary Life Member Award at the BCPhA Annual Conference 2012.
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Columns
Regulars
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President’s Message From inspiration to action
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Up Close 50 years in pharmacy
Highlights from Victoria
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Affinity Rx BCPhA prescribed member discounts
CEO’s Message Telling pharmacy’s story
Skin Care Pharmacy Plant stem cells
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Member Services Professional liability insurance
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DPIC hcG and weight loss
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Career Opportunities Find a job in pharmacy
Cover Article: Conference 2012 Review
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Pharmacy Legislation Update Bill 35 passes
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Student News Another year completed
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Parkinson’s Disease The pharmacist’s role
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Professional Services Clinical sessions at conference
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