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Powell River Save-On-Foods opens in-store pharmacy
(January 29, 2016 – Powell River, B.C.) The Save-On-Foods store in Powell River opened its full-service, in-store pharmacy for business this morning.
The friendly and knowledgeable pharmacy team at the Powell River Save-On-Foods provides:
- Medication information
- Booster and travel vaccinations
- Specialized care for diabetes, asthma, heart health and weight loss
- Free sharps disposal
- Insulin pump supplies
- Quit smoking services
- In-store health screening
In addition, the pharmacy will carry a wide range of traditional pharmacy and health-care products, including over-the-counter vitamins and natural health products. The Save-On-Foods pharmacy service also includes automated refill reminders and mobile refill ordering. Customers can also book a one-on-one medication checkup with a pharmacist in store to ensure they understand their medications and health conditions, as well as reduce their risk of long-term complications.
“Our highly trained pharmacy team in Powell River is focused on always putting the customer first,” said Save-On-Foods president Darrell Jones. “They are so excited to be able to offer the great folks of Powell River the convenience of a full-service pharmacy right inside their neighbourhood Save-On-Foods.”
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Save-On-Foods is committed to Going the Extra Mile for customers in every community served, every day. Known for its unique approach in customizing each store to best suit the needs of the neighbourhood and sourcing local products wherever possible, the company has been innovating and putting customers first for over 100 years.
For more information, contact:
Media Relations
604 888 2079, extension 2200
