Cold sores: acting fast at the first tingle
Conditions

Cold sores: acting fast at the first tingle

The first tingle is your window to act. Ontario pharmacists can assess cold sores and prescribe antiviral treatment when appropriate — speed matters.
Contact dermatitis and poison ivy: when skin reacts
Conditions

Contact dermatitis and poison ivy: when skin reacts

New soap, jewellery, or a brush with poison ivy — contact dermatitis has many triggers. A pharmacist can assess the rash and prescribe when appropriate.
Eczema flare-ups: calming the itch-scratch cycle
Conditions

Eczema flare-ups: calming the itch-scratch cycle

When eczema flares, the itch-scratch cycle can take over. Ontario pharmacists can assess mild-to-moderate flares and prescribe topical treatment.