News - Health Products Stewardship Association

National, | May 3, 2021

Protect your family and the environment with these simple steps to dispose of medications When pharmacist Rachelle Rocha saw Lillian (name changed), one of her regular customers, approach with a sad smile and a plastic bag full of medications, she knew what had happened. Lillian’s father, who had been receiving end-of-life care at home, had […]

Bring back the meds

National, | May 3, 2021

As part of the fight against the opioid crisis, remind patients to return unused medications Opioid stewardship has become increasingly important during the COVID-19 pandemic. Reminding your patients that they can bring back unused or expired medications is a simple step to help fulfill that role. “I pay special attention when someone is undergoing treatment […]

New HPSA Office Address

National, | Feb 25, 2021

Effective March 31, 2021, the HPSA office is moving to a new address. 3800 Steeles Ave West, Suite 301A Woodbridge, ON, L4L 4G9 Please redirect all correspondences accordingly. Thank you!

National, | Feb 16, 2021

The Ministry of Conservation and Climate of Manitoba has approved the Manitoba Sharps Collection Program (MSCP) and it is now officially launched. Click here to read the official news release.

PEI, | Jan 21, 2021

This newsletter covers several topics, including updated FAQ on our webpage and HPSA’s social media pages. Click here to read.