We are pleased to carry individually packaged COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Tests. These tests have been authorized by Health Canada and provide results within 15 minutes. If you are reading this, the tests are currently in stock although supplies are limited. Please drop-in to purchase. Instructions on how to use the EcoTest Rapid Antigen tests can …
1. We have a limited number of self-administer Rapid Antigen Tests available for individual use at Willowbrook Pharmacy! Contact us to learn more! 2. We will be receiving our first batch of Pfizer vaccines and will be participating in the provincial COVID-19 Immunization Program starting from January 12th. Appointments can be booked using the government …
COVID-19 measures reduced influenza trends last year across Canada. Last year, social distancing measures and lockdowns meant to slow the spread of COVID-19 also ended the flu season early in Canada. “However, this year, as COVID-19 restrictions loosen, and more people are interacting in more places, the flu is expected to make a comeback …
Today, B.C. Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry announced that effective immediately, B.C. is opening eligibility for the AstraZeneca vaccine for anyone born in 1981 or earlier (40+). That means anyone who is 40 years old and older is able to be vaccinated for their first dose of AstraZeneca/COVISHIELD COVID-19 vaccine. Please use the booking …
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As of this afternoon, April 13, 2021, the province has removed the upper age limit of 65 years old for the AstraZeneca/COVISHIELD vaccine being offered in community pharmacies. That means anyone who is 55 years old and older is able to be vaccinated for their first dose of AstraZeneca/COVISHIELD COVID-19 vaccine at a community pharmacy. …
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People living in Langley will soon have better access to emergency services as the construction of an expanded emergency department at Langley Memorial Hospital completes. The expanded emergency department will increase patient treatment bays from 31 to 49. The number of trauma bays will increase from one to two. As well, it will include a …
Starting Apr. 7, 2021, PharmaCare is switching coverage from patients taking originators adalimumab (Humira®) and etanercept (Enbrel®) to their biosimilars. adalimumab (Humira®) biosimilars:Amgevita®Hadlima®*Hulio®Hyrimoz®*Idacio® etanercept (Enbrel®) biosimilars:Brenzys®Erelzi® *Hadlima and Hyrimoz aren’t currently approved to treat pediatric Crohn’s disease Patients must meet with their prescriber to start the switching process. Between Apr. 7 and Oct. 7, both …
Individuals 55 to 65 years of age are currently eligible to receive the AstraZeneca COVISHIELD COVID-19 vaccine based on the criteria set by the provincial government. Please use the booking form to schedule your immunization appointment from Monday to Friday. More information is also available on our COVID-19 Page. Please note: Vaccines have been provided in …
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Over 90% of all overdoses occur when people use drugs alone, in their own spaces. Lifeguard App can save your life if you become unconscious or unable to function when using alone. The app is activated by the user before they take their dose. After 50 seconds the app will sound an alarm. If the …
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From Thursday April 1st to Friday April 2nd 1018 people tested positive for the virus, according to Dr. Bonnie Henry and Health Minister Adrian Dix. In the last 24 hours, 1072 new cases were recorded. Prior to this weekend, the daily record was 1,013 — set on March 31. Most of the 2090 new cases …
Record COVID-19 cases reached this April Long Weekend Read More »
