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The Bloom Program provides mental health services in community pharmacy. Find a participating pharmacy here: bloomprogram.ca/pharmacies/

Did you know that your pharmacist can do an assessment when you are out of refills? They can renew your medication, or if changes are needed they can prescribe the change. Make an appointment with your pharmacist: yourpharmacyns.ca

Struggling with mental health? You are not alone. Check out online tools that can help you right now: tranquility.app/novascotia

It’s World Asthma Day. Do you know how to properly use your inhaler? Ask your pharmacy team to help. #QuickTipTuesday #asthma

Mental Health Week runs from May 4-10. What do you do to look after your mental wellbeing?

May is Hypertension Awareness Month. Learn more about high blood pressure here: hypertension.ca/im-concerned-i… CPPCC sites can help you manage your blood pressure. Make an appointment at YourPharmacyNS.ca

New episode available now wherever you get your podcasts! Listen to episode 3: Messages That Matter: Fresh Campaigns, Community Support, and YourPharmacyNS.ca pans.ns.ca/pharmacy-qa/

May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month. Your pharmacist can access and prescribe for early Lyme disease. Book your appointment: YourPharmacyNS.ca

Do you know the warning signs for melanoma skin cancer? Learn more: cancer.ca/en/cancer-info…

Know a pharmacy professional who goes above and beyond? Now’s the time to recognize them. Nominate someone today and help celebrate excellence in pharmacy. 📅 Deadline: May 13, 2026

Those eligible can book a mammogram annually without a referral. Call 1-800-565-0548 to book your appointment Monday-Friday 8am-5pm. Learn more: nsbreastscreening.ca #QuickTipTuesday

Providing a stool sample every two years after the age of 50 can save your life. Learn more about colorectal screening here: nshealth.ca/clinics-progra…

It’s National Immunization Awareness Week! The time is now! Get immunized. Learn more about vaccines available in pharmacies here: pans.ns.ca/pharmacy-servi… Visit YourPharmacyNS.ca to book your appointment #NIAW2026 #TheTimeisNow #GetImmunized

Drinking alcohol raises your risk of developing head and neck, breast, colorectal, esophageal, liver, stomach and pancreatic cancers. Learn more: cancer.ca/en/cancer-info…

Why did the pharmacist bring a ladder to work? To reach the high blood pressure meds. #FridayFun

Did you know early identification and treatment of H. pylori, a bacteria that can cause ulcers, can also prevent progression of some stomach cancers? #AskYourPharmacist about persistent stomach pain, nausea and/or vomiting which may indicate bacteria is present.

Not hungry? Cancer treatments can affect appetite. Make a smoothie to drink – changing the form of a food can make it more appetizing. Find other tips & tricks here: cancer.ca/en/treatments/… #QuickTipTuesday

Are you experiencing dry mouth after cancer treatment? #AskYourPharmacist what they suggest to provide relief. Learn more: cancer.ca/en/treatments/…

Can February march? No, but April may! #FridayFun

Are cancer treatments leaving you with dry/itchy skin? #AskYourPharmacist what they suggest to provide relief. Learn More: cancer.ca/en/treatments/…