The Canadian Pharmacists Association is warning people to buy drugs online, saying the medications could be contaminated or simple the wrong drugs. Radio stations across the country also carried the story. Following the CTV National News story, Canada AM talks to Avis Favaro. Segment includes a mention that the Canadian Pharmacists Association has issued a warning about buying drugs online. The Association cautions that some sites operate illegally.
Consumers can end up with inappropriate medications, even contaminated drugs.
CJAD Radio - Montreal Buying drugs online by Bruce Myers CPhA warns consumers about buying drugs online without a prescription. No lle-Dominique Willems quoted as saying it could be dangerous and consumers could find themselves with medication that is harmful or of bad quality. No lle-Dominique Willems was interviewed by the host and outlined the concerns associated with buying drugs online, the ease of access and provided advice for consumers based on CPhA's Internet Pharmacy Statement. The story focused on job demands in all industries and included a quote from No lle-Dominique Willems about the pharmacists shortage being a crisis. It's caused in part by an aging population and too few graduates to meet the growing demands for long-term care and home care.