On November 23, 2020 / News
Pharmacists Manitoba is aware of how hard our pharmacists work everyday, and how they have stepped up and are working even harder than before in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. This is particularly true now as pharmacists in our province are experiencing higher than normal demands for administering flu vaccinations to patients.
We appreciate everything you do and have heard your comments about publicly funded immunization remuneration, specifically flu right now. Pharmacists Manitoba is currently in discussion with the provincial government. We are pleased that we have been able to build a positive relationship with them and that they are willing to discuss long overdue issues.
Pharmacists Manitoba President, Pawandeep Sidhu has taken the lead in these discussions and in advocating for increased compensation for pharmacists. She also recently issued a statement to the CBC about flu immunization remuneration. You can read the full article Manitoba pharmacists lowest compensated in country for giving flu vaccines.