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Let's unite to prioritize cancer on a global scale. We urge leaders to invest, innovate, and eliminate health inequities, paving the way for a more equitable and cancer-free world. Together, we can make a difference!

Of all the methods of chemotherapy drug administration intravenous injection is most commonly used. It is the most efficient way to get the medication into the bloodstream.

The time it takes to get a dose of intravenous chemotherapy can range from a few minutes, to several hours, to several days.

You usually go into hospital for the treatment and go home when it's finished.

Oral chemotherapy is more convenient and can taken at home. It does not require any specialized equipment.

The drug(s) used in chemotherapy depends on the type of cancer and the duration of treatment may depend on factors such as stage of cancer, goals of treatment and the way your body responds.

They're many aspects to chemotherapy. What are some of the things you've heard or know about chemotherapy?

Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month is observed in March to highlight the importance of screening for colorectal cancer, as well as to promote healthy lifestyle habits that can lower a person’s risk of developing cancer of the colon, re**um, or a**s – the three distinct cancer types referred to collectively as colorectal cancer.

Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer type worldwide; WHO noted that in 2020, almost 2 million cases were diagnosed. Colon cancer is the second most common cause of cancer death, leading to almost 1 million deaths per year.

This is despite the fact that effective screening techniques exist that could reduce the number of deaths from this disease.

Source: WHO

Some drugs can affect your kidney after long term use.Talk to your pharmacist about long term use of NSAIDs and ask questions about the medications you're taking!

World Kidney Day (WKD) is observed annually on the second Thursday in March. This year, World Kidney Day 2023 will be celebrated on March 9, Thursday. This year’s theme is ‘Kidney Health for All – Preparing for the unexpected, supporting the vulnerable!‘

On this day and in the month of march there is a global campaign to raise awareness of the importance of our kidneys to overall health and to reduce the frequency and impact of kidney disease and associated health problems worldwide.

Happy International women's day from us at The Pharmacy Hub!

Please help us welcome our new pharmacists to the profession!

Internship 2022 came with its challenges but you all prevailed and came out successfully. We are so proud of you!

We hope that you will do us proud, and we wish you all the best as you start your journey in this Nobel profession of pharmacy.

What advice do you have for our young pharmacists?

World Pharmacist Day is celebrated on the 25th of September. The World Pharmacists Day campaign is led by The International Pharmaceutical Federation (FIP) every year and provides an opportunity to promote the pharmacy profession.

This year’s theme "Pharmacy, united in action for a healthier world" aims to showcase pharmacy’s positive impact on health around the world and to further strengthen solidarity among the profession.

Pharmacists work in various sectors of Healthcare and significantly contribute to the safety and management of medications, along with providing quality care to patients daily.

Happy World Pharmacists Day to all the Pharmacists out there!

Last week for video submissions!

Hey everyone!
We're trying to put together a video for world pharmacist day 2022. The video will be featuring you, our pharmacists. Its time people saw pharmacists for their importance in the healthcare sector. If you are a pharmacist, pharmacy technician or even pharmacy student, simply make a video of less than 1 minute answering 1 of the following questions (you can answer more than one if so desired)
- What does it mean to be a pharmacist?
- How important is a pharmacist role in your country
- What does this year's theme mean to you

"Pharmacy united in action for a healthier world” is the theme of World Pharmacists Day on 25 September 2022.

Pointers for videos.
- keep it short and simple
- no need to introduce yourself as your name will be placed at the bottom of the screen
- shoot video in landscape mode
- video submissions should be made by 23rd of September, 2022.

Video submissions can be made to:
Email: [email protected]

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Hey everyone!
We're trying to put together a video for world pharmacist day 2022. The video will be featuring you, our pharmacists. Its time people saw pharmacists for their importance in the healthcare sector. If you are a pharmacist, pharmacy technician or even pharmacy student, simply make a video of less than 1 minute answering 1 of the following questions (you can answer more than one if so desired)
- What does it mean to be a pharmacist?
- How important is a pharmacist role in your country
- What does this year's theme mean to you

"Pharmacy united in action for a healthier world” is the theme of World Pharmacists Day on 25 September 2022.

Pointers for videos.
- keep it short and simple
- no need to introduce yourself as your name will be placed at the bottom of the screen
- shoot video in landscape mode
- video submissions should be made by 23rd of September, 2022.

Video submissions can be made to:
Email: [email protected]

FB:
IG:

Happening this week in pharmacy!
The Caribbean association of pharmacists in collaboration with Guyana Pharmacists' association is hosting its 42nd annual conference.

The conference is held under the theme " Pharmacists Moving Apace with New Trends in Pharmacy Practice to Meet Patients' Needs"

Insulin is a hormone created by the pancreas. It controls the amount of glucose in the bloodstream at any given moment. It also helps store glucose in your liver, fat, and muscles. Finally, it regulates your body’s metabolism of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins.

Glipizide is another antidiabetic drug used to treat type 2 diabetes. It was first approved by the FDA in 1994 and is available in extended-release tablets under the brand name Glucotrol®, as well as in combination with metformin under the brand name Metaglip®.

Daonil (glibenclamide, glyburide) is another antidiabetic drug. Daonil belongs to a group of medicines called sulphonylureas. It can be used alone, or in combination with insulin or other anti-diabetic drugs in the treatment of type 2 diabetes.

Gliclazide is an oral antihyperglycemic agent used for the treatment of non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (NIDDM) or type 2 Diabetes. It can be given on its own or alongside other antidiabetic medicines or insulin.

Unfortunately over the years, in some countries Insulin prices have increased dramatically. This is largely due to but not limited to manufacturer, health plan, and pharmacy business manager practices.

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In a laboratory at the University of Toronto, Dr. Frederick Banting, Dr. Charles Best and Dr. James J.R. Macleod discovered insulin and later it was purified by Dr. James B. Collip.

Metformin was approved to treat type 2 diabetes by The U.S. Food and Drug Administration in 1995. It is still the preferred first-line oral treatment for Type 2 diabetes and is the most prescribed drug to lower blood glucose worldwide.

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