SHOPPERS DRUG MART River City Centre

Physical Clinic•Pharmacies

In-Person

8600 Franklin Ave., Fort Mcmurray, AB

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Contact info

780-743-1251

8600 Franklin Ave.

Fort Mcmurray, AB, T9H 4G8

About

Shoppers Drug Mart at River City Centre is a full-service pharmacy located at 8600 Franklin Ave. in Fort McMurray, Alberta, serving residents across the T9H area and the broader Wood Buffalo region. Whether you need to fill a prescription, manage a chronic condition, or address an everyday health concern, the pharmacy team here is equipped to help.

One of the most practical aspects of this location is the range of clinical and health services available directly in the pharmacy. Patients can access blood pressure testing, glucose and blood sugar checks, A1C testing for diabetes monitoring, and cholesterol and lipid checkups without needing a separate clinic appointment. Strep throat testing and urinary tract infection treatment are also available, making it a convenient option when you need answers quickly.

Vaccination services are a strong focus here. The pharmacy offers flu shots, COVID-19 vaccines, shingles vaccination, RSV vaccine, and immunizations for hepatitis A, hepatitis B, meningitis, pneumonia, tetanus, HPV, and yellow fever. Patients planning international travel can also book a travel health consultation to discuss destination-specific vaccine needs and health precautions.

For minor ailments, the pharmacy can assist with a wide variety of common conditions. These include cold sores, canker sores, acne, skin rashes, eczema, nail fungus, ringworm, athlete's foot, jock itch, pink eye, and insect or tick bites. Support is also available for digestive concerns like indigestion, heartburn, and reflux, as well as sleep difficulties, headache management, and muscle pain.

Women's health services include contraception counselling, the morning after pill, treatment for vaginal yeast infections, and support for premenstrual and period-related discomfort. Morning sickness guidance is available as well. The pharmacy also provides support for those looking to quit smoking, along with medications and drug dispensing across a broad range of therapeutic areas.

Visiting this location means access to a knowledgeable pharmacy team in a familiar, accessible setting within River City Centre. For many patients in Fort McMurray, it offers a practical way to receive health assessments, vaccinations, and minor ailment care alongside regular prescription services.

Services Offered

Services

A1C Test

The A1C (HbA1c) test is a blood test that helps estimate average blood sugar levels over the past 2–3 months. This service provides access to A1C testing for diabetes screening and monitoring, based on clinical need and risk factors.

You’ll receive guidance on how to prepare (if any preparation is required), what your result indicates, and recommended next steps. If results suggest prediabetes or diabetes, you’ll be directed to appropriate follow-up care and management resources.

Acne Treatment

Medical procedures or therapies to reduce or eliminate acne.

Allergy Services

Diagnosis and management of allergic conditions.

Athletes Foot

Athlete’s foot is a common fungal infection that affects the skin of the feet, often causing itching, scaling, cracking, or burning between the toes. This service provides an assessment to confirm whether symptoms are consistent with athlete’s foot versus other causes of foot rash.

If appropriate, you’ll receive treatment recommendations such as antifungal options and practical self-care steps to improve comfort and reduce spread. You’ll also get guidance on hygiene and prevention to help lower the chance of recurrence.

Blood Pressure Testing

A procedure to measure the force of blood against artery walls, used to diagnose and monitor hypertension.

Canker Sores

Canker sores are small, painful ulcers inside the mouth that can make eating and speaking uncomfortable. This service offers an assessment to confirm that the sores fit typical canker sore patterns and to rule out other causes that may need different care.

You’ll receive recommendations for pain relief and mouth care, along with advice on common triggers and how to support healing. If symptoms are severe, recurrent, or atypical, you’ll be guided on next steps and appropriate follow-up.