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DIABETES CARE HUB

WHETHER YOU ARE NEWLY DIAGNOSED OR HAVE BEEN LIVING WITH DIABETES FOR A LONG TIME, AT WALMART WE HAVE WHAT YOU WOULD NEED TO MANAGE YOUR DIABETES

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“From our experience, we understand the trust our customers place on us for their diabetes needs”

When you have a chronic illness like diabetes, you can benefit from having a strong support team. At Walmart, we are committed to being part of that team by providing a convenient option for what you might need in the management and care of your diabetes. Whether you are stocking up on fresh food , browsing our active wear section, stopping in at our vision centre or looking for diabetes-specific advice from our highly trained pharmacist­s, Walmart is here to support you with your various medical and lifestyle needs. SERVICES

Walmart offers important health services, including glucose screenings, diabetes consultati­ons, a vision centre (with eye exams, affordable prescripti­on glasses and lenses) and medication reviews.

PANTRY

When it comes to healthy eating, we’ve got what you need. Walmart has groceries for fresh, healthy meals and snacks, and diabetes-friendly pantry items like glucose control shakes and low or no sugar treats.

FITNESS AND WELLNESS

Diabetes Canada says that being physically active and maintainin­g healthy coping practices and strategies are key areas of diabetes management and self-care. At Walmart, we have that covered, too. Whether it’s active wear clothing or a wide range of sports, exercise, and fitness equipment, no matter your preference or ability. Books about wellness? Resistance bands? Yoga mats? Pickleball paddles? Home gym and accessorie­s? Check, check and check.

PHARMACY

As you navigate your diabetes, you will have questions and concerns related to your prescripti­ons or symptoms. Our profession­al and personable pharmacist­s are here to address any and all of the questions. You may be surprised to know that many of our pharmacist­s are specially trained as Certified Diabetes Educators. You can also take advantage of text refill reminders, blister packaging, and in some locations, prescripti­on delivery. Our pharmacy also has all the overthecou­nter diabetes care product including blood sugar monitoring systems, compressio­n stockings and diabetes log books, neuropathi­c creams, vitamins and more.

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