Pharmacy & Pride: How Pharmacy Teams Can Show Up for 2SLGBTQ+ Communities

Pharmacy & Pride: How Pharmacy Teams Can Show Up for 2SLGBTQ+ Communities

Happy Pride Month! On this episode of Pharmacy Q+A, we’re talking about how pharmacy teams can support the 2SLGBTQ+ community here in Nova Scotia. Martha Lowe from the Pharmacy Association of Nova Scotia is joined by pharmacist Greg Richard, owner of Boyd’s Pharmasave in Halifax’s North End and Chair of the PANS Pharmacy Practice Committee. Together, they explore inclusive, respectful care and ways pharmacy teams can help improve access to care. We also answer listener questions about pharmacy clinics and the roles of pharmacy team members behind the counter. Have a question for a future episode? Email podcast@pans.ns.ca [podcast@pans.ns.ca], leave a voice note at (902) 422-9583 x109, or send us a DM on socials. DISCLAIMER This podcast is intended for general educational and informational purposes only. Listeners are encouraged to speak with their healthcare provider if they have any questions or concerns about their health.

Messages That Matter: Fresh Campaigns, Community Support, and YourPharmacyNS.ca

In this episode of Pharmacy Q+A, PANS' Tristan Park and pharmacist Pam Kennedy explore the many ways community pharmacies in Nova Scotia can support your care. From treatment of common infections like pink eye, strep throat, and uncomplicated UTIs, to medication injections and mental health and addictions support, pharmacists are doing more than ever. Learn how services like the Bloom Program work, why appointments matter, and how easy it is to access care at no cost—with a valid Nova Scotia health card. Book your next appointment at YourPharmacyNS.ca [http://YourPharmacyNS.ca] and discover what your pharmacist can do for you! Have a question of your own? Listeners are invited to submit questions by emailing podcast@pans.ns.ca, leaving a voicemail at 902-422-9583 Ext 109 or through PANS' social media. You could be featured in a future episode! DISCLAIMER This podcast is intended for general educational and informational purposes only. Listeners are encouraged to speak with their healthcare provider if they have any questions or concerns about their health.

Earaches, Refills & the Pill

In Episode 2 of Pharmacy Q+A, PANS' Tristan Park sits down with co-host and Pharmacist Pam Kennedy to answer more questions from the public on topics like birth control, ear infections, and prescription renewals. The episode also includes a thoughtful segment from Pam on how pharmacy teams can support patients going through cancer treatment, highlighting the role that your pharmacy team can play in medication support, coordination of care, and day‑to‑day guidance during a challenging time. Have a question of your own? Listeners are invited to submit questions by emailing podcast@pans.ns.ca, leaving a voicemail at 902-422-9583 Ext 109 or through PANS' social media. You could be featured in a future episode! DISCLAIMER This podcast is intended for general educational and informational purposes only. Listeners are encouraged to speak with their healthcare provider if they have any questions or concerns about their health.

Frequently Asked Pharmacy Questions

Ever stood at a pharmacy counter and wondered, “Why does this work this way?” or “What does that actually mean?” In our first episode, meet PANS host Tristan Park and pharmacist co‑host Pam Kennedy as they answer the most common questions pharmacy teams hear every day—like why prescriptions sometimes take longer than expected, why drug shortages happen, and what pharmacists really do behind the counter. We break it all down with honest answers and helpful context, so you can feel more confident the next time you visit the pharmacy. Whether you’re picking up a prescription, caring for a loved one, or just curious about how pharmacy works, Pharmacy Q+A is here to make it all make sense—one question at a time. DISCLAIMER This podcast is intended for general educational and informational purposes only. Listeners are encouraged to speak with their healthcare provider if they have any questions or concerns about their health.

Welcome to Pharmacy Q+A!

Real questions. Trusted answers. From your Nova Scotia pharmacy professionals. Pharmacy Q+A is a podcast that breaks down everyday health questions with clear, practical answers from trusted pharmacy professionals. Episodes will explore questions on common conditions, medications, and pharmacy services—cutting through the confusion to help listeners better understand their health and the care available to them at their local pharmacy. Tune in monthly for bite‑sized, easy‑to‑understand discussions that put your questions first—and your health at the center of the conversation!