Health Blog

  The chance of contracting the flu varies with the seasons. At Calgary Drug Mart, we recognize how important it is to keep up to date on health-related advances. We will discuss our excellent flu shot services at Calgary Drug Mart and how we go above and beyond...

What is Thirdhand Smoke?   Smoking is dangerous. It causes numerous health risks which can lead to even death.  Heart disease, stroke, and lung cancer are just a few of the major health issues that can arise from inhaling nicotine and other harmful substances...

Welcome to Calgary Drug Mart, where your health and wellness take top priority. Access to essential medications is crucial for maintaining a healthy lifestyle in our hectic lives. Let’s guide you through the simple process of getting your prescriptions refilled at...

How We Help You For Early Prevention   Having better health is key to living a happier and more fulfilled life as it creates a strong basis for both mental and physical well-being. Healthy living promotes longevity, allowing us to spend more time with our loved...

Does Diabetes Cause Fainting? Diabetes is a long-term chronic illness that affects how your body uses food as fuel.  Most of the food you eat is converted by your body into sugar, or glucose, which is then released into your bloodstream. The pancreas releases insulin...

Traveling with a baby can be a thrilling yet a challenging adventure, as parents have many things to consider, from packing diapers to ensuring a secure trip. However, when you have an infant, older baby, or toddler in tow, some extra preparation is needed to...

Living with diabetes can be a difficult journey, but Calgary Drug Mart is dedicated to providing you with the right assistance and resources to make it more manageable and less stressful. Effective diabetes management becomes a necessity if you want to continue on...

Why Proper Medication Storage Is Important?   How closely a patient adheres to a prescribed medication treatment plan is essential to the success of the patient’s care and to achieve clinical objectives. Unsafe medication storage practices and medication errors...

Did you know that medication management plays a crucial role in maintaining and improving your health? Yes, that’s right! Especially if you’re suffering from chronic conditions. There are many factors that can influence how effectively medications work, and lifestyle...

What Is Prediabetes?   Pre-diabetes may be identified as an indicator of type 2 diabetes in most of the patients. When you have pre-diabetes, your blood glucose levels are higher than normal but less than if you already develop type 2 diabetes. Pre-diabetes is...

Did you know that as you age, your body goes through various changes that can affect how medications interact with your system? When older adults consume multiple medications on a daily basis to manage their health conditions, this increases the risk of adverse...