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"Expanded Strep Throat Testing Now Offered at 11 New Sask. Pharmacies"
The Ministry of Health in Saskatchewan has expanded strep throat testing to 11 new pharmacies, enhancing local health care access and reducing reliance on emergency departments.
- The expansion includes 11 new pharmacies in Saskatchewan, enabling them to test for streptococcal pharyngitis, increasing convenience for patients seeking immediate care.
- Nine pharmacies are now fully trained to conduct one-stop testing for strep throat, with two additional pharmacies set to begin testing by January 2026.
- This initiative is part of a pilot project aimed at easing the burden on emergency departments by allowing pharmacists to provide essential health care services.
Why It Matters
This expansion reflects a growing trend in the provinces and territories of Canada to empower pharmacists in providing direct patient care, ultimately improving health outcomes and access to necessary treatments.