Off the Script

Off the Script

By Chris Tse and Faizan BaigEducation
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Off the Script episodes

  • Off the Script PRN 6: Deprescribing, getting you OFF your medication

    In addition to answering any questions about your medications during a MedsCheck, the pharmacist can actually recommend that you take FEWER medications. Find out which medications are common targets for deprescribing, and why it can be healthier for you.

    Intro song: Citrine by Toonorth, End music: Takin' You For a Ride by Pandrezz, more music at: http://chillhop.com/listen  

    8 min
  • Off the Script Episode 6: How the Healthcare Cuts Affect YOU

    The Ontario Government has released their budget for 2019 and there are many cuts across all of healthcare. Off the Script dives into what these changes mean for pharmacists, patients, and their healthcare.

    Intro song: Middle School (feat. Magnus Klausen) by Blue Wednesday, Intermission music: Takin' You For a Ride by Pandrezz End music: Takin' You For a Ride by Pandrezz, more music at: http://chillhop.com/listen 

    19 min
  • Off the Script Episode 5: The Overworked Pharmacist - The Person Behind the Counter

    8 hour shifts with no breaks? What about 16 hours? Unfortunately, neither of these occurrences are uncommon. This week Off the Script brings to light the grueling work environment of community pharmacy.

    Intro song: Middle School (feat. Magnus Klausen) by Blue Wednesday, Intermission music: Takin' You For a Ride by Pandrezz End music: Takin' You For a Ride by Pandrezz, more music at: http://chillhop.com/listen 

    23 min
  • Off the Script Episode 4: Homeopathy - What is the Harm?

    Many pharmacies carry homeopathic products on their shelves, and these products claim to cure ailments ranging from the common cold to treating depression. Chris and Faizan explore homeopathic products and see whether any of these claims hold true!

    Intro song: Middle School (feat. Magnus Klausen) by Blue Wednesday, Intermission music: Takin' You For a Ride by Pandrezz and By the Seaside by L'indecis x Saib, End music: Takin' You For a Ride by Pandrezz, more music at: http://chillhop.com/listen 

    24 min
  • Off the Script PRN 4: OHIP+ - Change For the Better?

    If you are under 25, your medications may now come at a cost! On April 1st, the Ontario Government changed who is covered under OHIP+. Listen to find out what these changes were and why they were made.

    Intro song: Citrine by Toonorth, End music: Takin' You For a Ride by Pandrezz, more music at: http://chillhop.com/listen   

    8 min
  • Off the Script Episode 3: Vaccination Hesitancy - Understanding Both Sides

    Vaccinations have been around for over 2 centuries, but a recent movement has made people hesitant to get their regularly scheduled shots. Faizan and Chris take a look at the anti-vaccination movement from both sides: pro-vax and anti-vax. 

    Intro song: Middle School (feat. Magnus Klausen) by Blue Wednesday, Intermission music: Takin' You For a Ride by Pandrezz and By the Seaside by L'indecis x Saib, End music: Takin' You For a Ride by Pandrezz, more music at: http://chillhop.com/listen

    32 min
  • Off the Script PRN 2: Which Prescription Medications Should be OTC?

    Wouldn't it be nice if you could select any medication off the shelf for yourself? Faizan and Chris explain why certain medications are kept out of reach and which medications may be available soon over the counter...

    Intro song:  Citrine by Toonorth, Intermission and end music: Takin' You For a Ride by Pandrezz, more music at: http://chillhop.com/listen 

    13 min
  • Off the Script Episode 2: Medication Backorders - Where Did All the Drugs Go?

    Remember the EpiPen backorder last year? 💉 That was one of 100s of medication backorders which affected all Canadians last year. 🙍‍♂️🙍 Listen to the latest episode of Off the Script to learn more about why backorders happen and what YOU can do as a patient or pharmacist.

     Intro song: Middle School (feat. Magnus Klausen) by Blue Wednesday, Intermission and end music: Takin' You For a Ride by Pandrezz, more music at: http://chillhop.com/listen

    26 min

About Off the Script

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Off the Script focuses on educating peers, students and anyone else interested in the world of drugs and medicine. Tune in every Sunday to learn what your doctor has really written on your prescription!