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80 Tacoma Dr
Dartmouth, NS, B2W 3E5
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Shoppers Drug Mart on Tacoma Drive in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia is a full-service pharmacy serving the local community with a wide range of health and wellness services. Whether you need a prescription filled, a vaccine administered, or guidance on a minor health concern, this location is set up to support patients with practical, accessible care close to home.
The pharmacy team here handles much more than medication dispensing. Patients can come in for blood pressure testing, glucose and blood sugar checks, A1C testing, and cholesterol monitoring, making it a convenient stop for keeping tabs on ongoing health conditions. Strep throat testing and UTI treatment are also available, which can save a trip to a walk-in clinic for common issues that need prompt attention.
Vaccinations are a significant part of what this location offers. Flu shots, COVID-19 vaccines, shingles vaccination, and immunizations for hepatitis A, hepatitis B, HPV, meningitis, pneumonia, RSV, tetanus, and yellow fever are all available. Patients planning international travel can also access travel consultation services to understand what vaccines or precautions may be needed before their trip.
For everyday health concerns, the pharmacy provides support for conditions like acne, skin rashes, eczema, nail fungus, cold sores, pink eye, and insect bites. Help is available for digestive issues including reflux, heartburn, and indigestion, as well as concerns like sleep disorders, headache management, and muscle pain. Reproductive and sexual health services include contraception counselling, the morning after pill, erectile dysfunction support, and treatment for vaginal yeast infections and premenstrual symptoms.
Patients looking to quit smoking can also speak with pharmacy staff about cessation options, which is a meaningful service for anyone ready to take that step.
Located in the Tacoma area of Dartmouth, this Shoppers Drug Mart is accessible for residents across the eastern Halifax Regional Municipality. It is a familiar and reliable option for patients who want professional health guidance without always needing a separate medical appointment. Visiting is straightforward, and the range of services means many health needs can be addressed in a single stop.
Services
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.
Medical procedures or therapies to reduce or eliminate acne.
Diagnosis and management of allergic conditions.
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.
A procedure to measure the force of blood against artery walls, used to diagnose and monitor hypertension.
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.
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Shoppers Drug Mart
80 Tacoma Dr
Dartmouth, NS, B2W 3E5
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