At Centrum Pharmacy, our focus is always on Complete, Comprehensive, Caring, and Connected Care—the 4 C’s that define how we keep our community healthy. One of the most overlooked threats to adults, especially those with chronic conditions, is Herpes Zoster (HZ)—commonly known as shingles.
(more…)National Immunization Awareness: A Community Reminder from Centrum Pharmacy
It’s easy to lose track of whether your own vaccines are actually up to date, most of us do. Vaccines are one of the most significant reasons many of the diseases that defined childhood illness a generation ago are now uncommon in Canada. That progress didn’t happen automatically, it happened because communities, families, and healthcare providers kept showing up. And it only holds as long as we keep doing the same.
(more…)Pharmacist-Led Diabetes Care: Safer Prescribing, Fewer Hypoglycemia Emergencies
At Centrum Pharmacy, we believe that diabetes care is not just about lowering blood sugar — it’s about doing so safely.
A new randomized clinical trial has shown that proactive clinical pharmacist intervention significantly improves medication safety for patients with type 2 diabetes who are at high risk of hypoglycemia — without worsening overall blood sugar control.
(more…)Folic Acid Supplementation: Facts, Folly, or Somewhere In Between?
At Centrum Pharmacy, we believe in Complete, Comprehensive, Caring, and Connected Care — especially when it comes to supplements that many Canadians take without ever asking whether they truly need them.
(more…)New Hypertension Canada Guideline: What This Means for You
In 2025, Hypertension Canada released a new adult hypertension guideline specifically designed for primary care providers — including family physicians, nurse practitioners, and community pharmacists.
(more…)Robotripping: A Dangerous Trend That Pharmacists Are Working to Stop
At first glance, over-the-counter (OTC) cough and cold medications may seem harmless. But one ingredient found in many of these products—dextromethorphan (DXM)—is increasingly being misused by teens and young adults in search of a “cheap high.” This dangerous practice, often referred to as robotripping, is far from safe and can cause serious harm.
(more…)Weight Loss Interventions Can Trigger New Skin Conditions: What Patients and Providers Need to Know
Significant weight loss—whether achieved through bariatric surgery or newer pharmacologic therapies such as GLP-1 receptor agonists—offers substantial benefits for cardiometabolic health. However, emerging evidence shows that rapid weight reduction can paradoxically lead to new dermatological conditions, particularly when nutritional deficiencies are not proactively identified and managed.
(more…)Be Alert: Antipsychotic Drugs Can Cause Urinary Incontinence in Young Women
Urinary incontinence may be more common than many healthcare providers realize, especially among young women taking antipsychotic medications. At Centrum Pharmacy, we believe proactive awareness and early intervention are essential to preserving quality of life for patients on these medications.
(more…)Do Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs) Cause Gastric Cancer? What the Latest Nordic Study Means for Patients
The safety of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) has been debated for decades. Since their introduction in the 1980s, concerns have periodically surfaced suggesting that long-term PPI therapy may increase the risk of gastric cancer. Several recent meta-analyses even reported a possible two-fold increase in gastric cancer risk among PPI users.
(more…)Happy Easter from Centrum Pharmacy!
Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful, healthy Easter filled with happiness, fresh spring air—and yes, maybe a little chocolate too!
As we hop into the season, here are a few simple but helpful health tips from the teams at Centrum Pharmacy and Orleans Family Health Center:
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