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SUN CARE

Despite all the awareness campaigns stressing the importance of protecting your skin from the sun, the number of skin cancer cases in Canada continues to rise. We can never say this enough: sun rays are harmful for your skin, always protect yourself against them. 

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SERVICES FROM YOUR PHARMACIST

Several services related to sun care are offered in pharmacy :

  • Tips for choosing an effective sunscreen
  • Advice on over-the-counter medications to relieve sunburns
  • Tips for patients taking medications that make skin sensitive to sunlight

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ADVICE ON PRODUCTS

If you don’t know which sunscreen meets your needs best in terms of lifestyle and skin type, don’t be shy to ask your pharmacist!

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PERSONALIZED KIT

Questions on mosquito repellent, sunscreens or rehydration solutions? Your pharmacist can help you pick the best products for your personalized summer kit.

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MEDICATION CUSTOMIZATION

If you are allergic to certain components of your medication, your pharmacist can find allergy-free formulations as a substitution.