Travel Medicine Consult
If you’ve read our “Our Pharmacists” section you likely noticed that both Dominic and Anita enjoy traveling. In fact, it was Anita that came up with the idea for this business while the two of them were enjoying their beach vacation in Aruba. Our travel consultations with our pharmacists will help to keep you safe and put you at ease so that you can fully enjoy your travels.
Why Should I Get A Pre-Travel Consultation?
Although fun, traveling does have certain risks associated with it. Depending on the area of the world traveled to these risks vary. As examples, certain conditions could be acquired through contaminated food/drink (i.e. Hepatitis A, travellers diarrhea), others through mosquito bites (i.e. malaria), and some others due to the elevation traveled to (i.e. altitude sickness). The good news is that the risk of catching these conditions could be significantly reduced through either vaccination or taking medication on a prophylactic basis.
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How Does A Travel Consult Work?
Unlike some other travel clinics, there are no hidden fees (e.g. prescription issuance fees). From our booking system you can select a time suitable for you at least six (6) weeks prior to your departure. Please provide a time 72 hours or more in advance of your booking date so that we can prepare for your appointment accordingly. We will confirm your appointment and you will receive a confirmation email. For a video appointment you will use the link in your confirmation email to join the zoom call. If you have selected a phone appointment your consultant pharmacist will call you. As discussed above, since different areas of the world carry different risks, your travel consultation will be specific to you, your destination, and your travel itinerary. In this 15-30 minute session, our Pharmacists will educate you regarding any risks and precautions to take to keep you safe while you are abroad. Our travel services are for Canadians living in Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador, New Brunswick and Nova Scotia.
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How Do I Get My Prescribed Medication(s)?
At the end of your consultation, we will recommend preventative medications and/or vaccinations which you will need for your trip. The prescribed medication(s) will be faxed to your pharmacy ; or simply let one of our partner pharmacies send your medications right to your door (shipping is FREE Ontario wide). Over the counter items to keep you safe while you are abroad are available for purchase through our online store.
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Ready to explore what the world has to offer? Book your appointment today!