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Winnipeg Free Press
2 days ago
- Health
- Winnipeg Free Press
Pharmacist punished for leaving bag of drugs at fast-food outlet
A Winnipeg pharmacist has been disciplined and fined for giving an unmarked bag containing unlabelled prescription drugs to a restaurant employee, who was supposed to hold it for the patient. The College of Pharmacists of Manitoba placed Hajra Mirza on a 12-month suspension and fined her $20,000, plus $130,000 for the cost of its investigation into the case that dates back to 2019. The decision was released last week. In June 2019, the college received a police report that alleged Mirza left the drugs with an employee at a Dairy Queen to be retrieved by an associate of the patient. The decision said that around June 14, Mirza was contacted by a patient, whose name is redacted in the decision, regarding pain and fever-like symptoms following dental surgery. Mirza advised the patient to contact a nurse practitioner, who prescribed Tylenol #3 with codeine, naproxen and clindamycin. The prescriptions were faxed to the Rossmere Pharmacy on Henderson Highway, which Mirza part-owned at the time, but the pharmacy was closed. Mirza drove to the pharmacy, bottled the medication and left the unlabelled bottles of drugs with an employee at the nearby fast-food outlet. 'Failing to enter the prescriptions properly put patient safety at risk.'– excerpt from ruling by the College of Pharmacists of Manitoba When the individual came to pick up the drugs the DQ owners wouldn't hand them over and called police. 'Mirza returned to the DQ, and the police escorted her to the pharmacy, where the medications were labelled. The police then delivered the medications,' the decision said. The ruling doesn't explain why Mirza gave the drugs to a fast-food worker. The decision said Mirza's actions contravened several requirements, including ensuring all drugs are secured against theft, loss or diversion, that they are labelled correctly and that drugs not be dispensed unless a prescription record is made. 'Failing to enter the prescriptions properly put patient safety at risk. Mirza missed an allergy warning on… patient screen that (the patient) had previously had a negative reaction to clindamycin,' the decision said. Mirza was given a one-year suspension but was granted credit for 10 months, the length of time she had voluntarily surrendered her licence. The investigation found faults with Rossmere Pharmacy, including that patients files were stored in a public place and the narcotic safe was left wide open. The decision noted Mirza was disciplined in 2012 while working as a pharmacist in British Columbia. She was handed a 30-day licence suspension and fined $3,000 after the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia found she had prepared a 'fraudulent employment document' under the letterhead and purported signature of her current employer which she submitted to a prospective employer. Nicole BuffieMultimedia producer Nicole Buffie is a multimedia producer who reports for the Free Press city desk. Born and bred in Winnipeg, Nicole graduated from Red River College's Creative Communications program in 2020 and worked as a reporter throughout Manitoba before joining the Free Press newsroom in 2023. Read more about Nicole. Every piece of reporting Nicole produces is reviewed by an editing team before it is posted online or published in print — part of the Free Press's tradition, since 1872, of producing reliable independent journalism. Read more about Free Press's history and mandate, and learn how our newsroom operates. Our newsroom depends on a growing audience of readers to power our journalism. If you are not a paid reader, please consider becoming a subscriber. Our newsroom depends on its audience of readers to power our journalism. Thank you for your support.
Business Wire
2 days ago
- Health
- Business Wire
Dairy Queen® Announces Miracle Treat Day®, a Sweet Way to Support Children's Miracle Network Hospitals
MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--American Dairy Queen Corporation (ADQ), a leader in iconic treats and food, announced today Miracle Treat Day®, a sweet day for a great cause. The one-day initiative, happening on July 31, is a delicious way to make a difference and help support local children's hospitals. Taking part in Miracle Treat Day is as easy as enjoying your favorite Blizzard® Treat! For every Blizzard Treat purchased at participating U.S. DQ locations on July 31, Miracle Treat Day, $1 or more will be donated to local children's hospitals through Children's Miracle Network Hospitals. No matter which flavor you like best, every Blizzard Treat can help offer funds and hope for children nationwide. It's the most feel-good reason to enjoy a Blizzard Treat this summer! 'Participating in Miracle Treat Day at DQ is a tasty and meaningful way for anyone to turn their Blizzard Treat purchase into something that makes a real difference for children in their local community,' said Maria Hokanson, Executive Vice President of Marketing at American Dairy Queen Corporation (ADQ). 'We are proud of our longtime partnership with Children's Miracle Network Hospitals and can't wait to turn Blizzard Treats into smiles and make this the most impactful Miracle Treat Day yet!" Don't miss out on this fan-favorite event! Download the DQ® App to learn more and get reminders about Miracle Treat Day, and to find a participating U.S. restaurant in your area, visit The DQ system has raised more than $185 million for children's hospitals through Children's Miracle Network Hospitals during the more than 41-year partnership. For more information, visit the Miracle Treat Day website at #MiracleTreatDay On Social To help knock Miracle Treat Day out of the park this year, DQ is encouraging fans to share their own posts on social media beginning July 21 through July 31 (Miracle Treat Day) using the hashtag #MiracleTreatDay. About International Dairy Queen, Inc. International Dairy Queen, Inc., headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, is the parent company of American Dairy Queen Corporation and Dairy Queen Canada, Inc. Through its subsidiaries, IDQ develops, licenses and services a system of more than 7,700 DQ restaurants in more than 20 countries. IDQ is a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway, Inc. (Berkshire), which is led by Warren Buffett, the legendary investor and CEO of Berkshire. For more information, visit About Children's Miracle Network Hospitals Children's Miracle Network Hospitals was founded more than 40 years ago with the vision to Change Kids' Health, Change the Future. We've raised over $9 billion for 170 children's hospitals by empowering and engaging with local communities and businesses – and we're not done yet. All donations benefit local member hospitals to fund what's needed most, like critical life-saving treatments and healthcare services, innovative research, vital pediatric medical equipment, child life services that put kids' and families' minds at ease during difficult hospital stays, and financial assistance for families who could not otherwise afford these health services. Together, we can change kids' health. Together, we can change the future. To learn about Children's Miracle Network Hospitals and your local member children's hospital, visit For additional information on DQ, please visit
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Dulquer Salmaan meets Telangana CM to thank him for the Gaddar Telangana State Film Award
Mollywood actor Dulquer Salmaan met Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy to thank him personally for the Gaddar Telangana State Film Awards. DQ was given the honor for his powerful performance in the 2024 outing "Lucky Baskhar". The 'Sita Ramam' actor took to his Instagram handle and shared a few glimpses of his visit to the Chief Minister. The video showed CM Reddy honoring DQ with a shawl and a bouquet. Ajay Devgn Proposes World-Class Film Studio in Telangana Calling the CM the 'most gracious host', Dulquer wrote, "Had a very memorable morning, meeting with the honourable Telengana Chief Minister Shri Revanth Reddy Garu, who was the most gracious of hosts. I wanted to thank him personally for the Gaddar State Film Awards, which I was unable to attend as I was out of the country." Thanking CM Reddy for sparing so much time, the 'Kurup' actor added, "It was extremely kind of him to spend this much time with us chatting about Cinema, especially the Telugu and Malayalam industries and about his love for our various states and languages." "Humbled by this recognition, I once again thank everyone who's given me these incredible opportunities and grateful always to the audiences for your love," DQ penned, showing his gratitude. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Se hai un obiettivo, ora scegli la strategia da abbinare eToro Learn More Undo The Venky Atluri's directorial talks about a lower-middle-class man who indulges in financial scams after struggling to support his family amidst debt. Backed by Sithara Entertainments, along with Fortune Four Cinemas and Srikara Studios, "Lucky Baskhar" was released in the cinema halls on October 31. Up next, Dulquer will be seen leading the forthcoming Malayalam flick "I'm Game". Touted to be a high-energy, mass-action entertainer, the much-anticipated drama has been made under the direction of Nahas Hidayath. Aside from DQ, "I'm Game" will also feature Tamil actor and director Mysskin, Kathir, and Samyuktha Viswanathan in key roles.
Time Out
4 days ago
- Business
- Time Out
Where to get free ice cream for National Ice Cream Day in the U.S.
To say that we love ice cream in the U.S. is a bit of an understatement. According to the International Dairy Foods Association, in 2024, 1.31 billion gallons of ice cream were produced in the country. On average, Americans eat around twenty pounds of ice cream each year, equal to about four gallons per person. That said, on a hot summer day, there are few more refreshing treats than ice cream. Whether you enjoy it in a cone, a cup or in a sundae with multiple toppings, the summer is the perfect time for this sweet, creamy, frozen dessert. And National Ice Cream Day is the optimal day for celebrating with some freshly churned scoops, ideally of the free sort. What day is National Ice Cream Day? If you didn't know it already, this Sunday, July 20 is National Ice Cream Day. But who wants to commemorate just one day when you can celebrate a whole weekend of ice cream, right? The best part? Ice cream sellers from coast to coast are celebrating this very summer holiday with deals aplenty. Keep scrolling to see some of the best. Where to get free ice cream for National Ice Cream Day in the U.S. Baskin-Robbins Beginning on Sunday through July 26th, Baskin-Robbins is celebrating National Ice Cream Day by offering Baskin-Robbins Rewards members $5 off orders of $20 or more placed through a third-party delivery service. Burger King On July 20th, the popular fast-food chain is celebrating the holiday by offering Royal Perks members a free Soft Serve ice cream cone with the purchase of $1 or more. Dairy Queen From now until July 20th, DQ is offering a free Dilly Bar (vanilla soft serve dipped in a crunchy chocolate coating, cherry or butterscotch) for DQ Rewards members with a purchase of $1 or more through the DQ app or website. Dippin' Dots This Sunday, Dippin' Dots will be giving away free mini cups of Dippin' Dots during a two-hour window (check your local store for giveaway hours). The first 100 guests will also receive a free souvenir take home cup. Friendly's Friendly's Fan Club Rewards members can get a free cone or dish of ice cream on National Ice Cream Day. Graeter's Sweet Rewards Loyalty Program members can get Member $1.55 single-dip sugar cones through Sunday. Jeni's On National Ice Cream Day, guests can add Sundae Fudge Sauce to any order for free. Marble Slab Creamery Marble Slab loyalty members will get a free small ice cream on National Ice Cream Day. My/Mochi Ice Cream To celebrate National Ice Cream Day, My/Mochi fans can enter to win a year's supply of ice cream when they follow the brand on Instagram, like a post, comment with summer plans, and tag a friend. Petco Even your furry friends can take advantage of National Ice Cream Day deals. Petco is offering free pup cups of ice cream in stores. Van Leeuwen To celebrate National Ice Cream Day this Sunday, Van Leeuwen ice cream is offering $3 scoops of its popular Honeycomb flavor from noon to 2 pm 16 Handles
New York Post
5 days ago
- General
- New York Post
That Dairy Queen cone that's cooling you off can't legally be called ‘ice cream,' FDA says — here's why
Scream all you want, but this ain't ice cream. Dairy Queen is known for their soft serve, which also serves as the foundation for their famous Blizzards — but that soft serve can't be defined as ice cream. Regulations from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) require a product to contain at least 10% milk fat, which is the fatty portion of milk, in order to be qualified as 'ice cream.' Advertisement Dairy Queen's soft serve can't legally be called ice cream, per FDA regulations. Christopher Sadowski Dairy Queen's soft serve only contains 5% milk fat, meaning it doesn't meet the fat requirement and therefore doesn't fit the government's definition of ice cream. If you read the Dairy Queen menu, you'll notice that the words 'ice cream' are nowhere to be found — rather, the sweet treat is simply referred to as 'soft serve.' Advertisement The FDA used to classify the DQ soft serve as 'ice milk,' which included frozen desserts with a milk fat content between 2.5 and 10%, Chowhound previously reported. But in 1995, regulations shifted and products that were classified as ice milk were reclassified as reduced-fat, light, or low-fat ice cream, depending on the fat content. Dairy Queen's soft serve only contains 5% milk fat. PRN Though the regulations and labeling changed, Dairy Queen's recipe never did. Advertisement Now Dairy Queen's soft serve qualifies as 'reduced-fat ice cream' — but that's still not ice cream in the FDA's eyes. However, it should be noted that just because DQ's soft serve has just 5% milk fat, that doesn't mean it's 95% fat-free. The most significant difference is the milk fat content, but to the consumer, the biggest distinction they can tell between soft serve and other frozen desserts is the texture. Advertisement Soft serve is between 40% and 45% air, giving it that lightweight, fluffy texture. The air content enhances the creaminess and puts soft serve somewhere between ice cream and whipped cream. Soft serve is also stored at a different temperature than ice cream and contains emulsifiers to keep all the ingredients together.
