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UW study says pharmacists could save feds $42 million

If pharmacists were to prescribe for minor ailments, it would not only help lessen the burden on the healthcare system, but it would also save the province upwards of $42 million, a University of Waterloo study shows. Conducted by Wasem Alsabbagh, professor at the school of pharmacy, the study used

By Sean Heeger

Last updated on May 03, 23

Posted on Apr 15, 21

3 min read

UW study says pharmacists could save feds $42 million
A new report from Wasem Alsabbagh, a professor in the University of Waterloo School of Pharmacy, outlines the savings that would come from expanding the role of pharmacists in Ontario’s health-care system. [Submitted]
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Sean Heeger is a former full-time journalist / photographer at The Observer.

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