Olds Community Pharmacy

10/23/2026

🤧 Cold & flu season is here! Is your household ready? 🍂

A little preparation today can help you stay healthier tomorrow! 💚 Save this checklist for the season ahead.

✅ Wash your hands regularly.
✅ Stay home when you're sick.
✅ Cover coughs and sneezes.
✅ Keep cold and flu essentials stocked.
✅ Ask your pharmacist about the annual flu shot.

💉 Don't forget flu shot awareness. The flu vaccine can help reduce your risk of severe illness. Ask your pharmacist whether you're eligible and when to get vaccinated.

📍 Need help preparing for cold and flu season? Your local pharmacy is here to help.

💬 Have questions about flu shots or what to keep in your medicine cabinet? Comment “FLU SEASON” below, and we'll help you find the information you need.

10/19/2026

💚A healthier tomorrow starts with the choices you make today.

Protecting your loved ones starts with staying informed. 💉

An annual flu shot can help reduce your risk of serious flu complications, especially for those more vulnerable to illness.

💚 Your health matters at every age.

💬 Have questions about flu shots, eligibility, or availability? Comment “FLU SHOTS” below, and we’ll share more information.

10/15/2026

💪 Flu season is here. Are you ready to fight back? 🍂💉

A little preparation can make a difference. Stay informed, plan ahead, and ask your pharmacist about your annual flu shot.

💉Flu shots available now.

📍 Visit your local pharmacy to learn more and ask about availability.

📌 Save this post and share it with someone who needs a flu-season reminder.

10/13/2026

🍂 Cold weather. Dry hands. Sound familiar? 👀

Cold air, indoor heating and frequent handwashing can leave your skin feeling dry, itchy and uncomfortable.

🧴 Moisturize after washing
🚿 Choose lukewarm, not hot, water
🧼 Use a gentle, fragrance-free cleanser
🧤 Protect your hands from cold weather

Still dealing with cracked or uncomfortable skin? Ask your pharmacist for guidance.

📌 SAVE this winter hand-care checklist!
💬 What bothers your hands most in cold weather—dryness, itching or cracking?

10/09/2026

🍂 A little planning goes a long way this Thanksgiving!

We’re taking a short holiday break to celebrate Thanksgiving with our loved ones. ❤️

📅 CLOSED: Sunday, October 11 & Monday, October 12
💚 REOPENING: Tuesday, October 13 at our regular hours.

💊 Need a prescription refill? Check your medications and plan ahead so you don’t run short over the long weekend.

Wishing you and your family a happy, healthy and heartwarming Thanksgiving! 🍁

📌 Save this reminder & share it with someone who needs to know our holiday hours.

10/07/2026

10/05/2026

🍂 Cooler weather can dry out your skin—and hot water can make it worse.

🧴 Moisturize right after washing
🚿 Choose warm, not hot, water
✨ Look for a gentle, fragrance-free moisturizer

📌 Save this fall skincare reminder!
💬 Is dry skin one of your biggest fall problems? Comment this below.

10/02/2026

🍂 Don’t wait until flu is already spreading to start thinking about protection.

In Canada, influenza activity generally increases through fall and peaks during winter. NACI recommends annual flu vaccination for people **6 months and older** who don’t have a contraindication.

✔️ Ask about your flu vaccine
✔️ Keep up with hand hygiene
✔️ Stay home when you’re sick
✔️ Ask your pharmacist if you have questions

📌 Save this fall health reminder.
💬 Have you planned your flu shot yet?

09/28/2026

🍂 Tired all day but wide awake at night? 👀

A change in season can be a good reminder to reset your sleep routine.

🌙 Keep a consistent sleep schedule
📵 Wind down before bed
☕ Watch late-day caffeine
☀️ Get some morning light
💊 Review medications if they may be affecting your sleep

Study shows adults need 7–9 hours of sleep each night.

📌Save this for your fall sleep reset!
💬 What’s affecting your sleep most: **stress, screens, caffeine or an inconsistent routine?**