Covid-19 Information

The recommendation is that the second dose of vaccine be administered as close as possible to the recommended interval. With recent limited vaccine supply and complex logistics for handling and storage, provincial health authorities may elect to individually adjust dosing intervals based on key considerations as per NACI guidance.

Health Canada reviews COVID-19 vaccines and only vaccines that are safe and effective are approved for use in Canada.

The side effects are like what you might have with other vaccines, and include pain at the site of injection, body chills, feeling tired and feeling feverish.

These are common side effects of vaccines and do not pose a risk to health.

Get the facts on vaccine safety and vaccine side effects to help address your concerns

COVID-19 vaccines will be free.

Building up immunity takes time. One dose of vaccine may not be enough to provide individual protection. You may need to get a second shot to allow your body to develop adequate immunity. We do not yet know what level of immunity in the population is sufficient to achieve community immunity. Until that time, Canadians should continue to wash their hands, stay home when sick, maintain physical distancing, wear a face mask as appropriate, and keep using good cough and surface hygiene.

Learn more about modes of COVID-19 transmission.

Yes, all London Drugs locations are distributing free government-issued COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Tests in accordance with provincial guidelines, while supplies last. Contact your local London Drugs to enquire about availability.

London Drugs pharmacies across Canada are distributing free take-home government-issued COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Test kits. In addition, we also have certified Asymptomatic PCR and Rapid Antigen Testing for travel available at select locations in Alberta and B.C. For more information, visit: londondrugs.com/covid19

Free government-issued take-home antigen tests are not certified for travel as regulations require testing to be witnessed and certified by a health care professional. Our in-store asymptomatic COVID-19 testing service in select locations in Alberta and B.C. allows you to book a specific appointment date to ensure you get your results when you need them.

COVID-19 travel requirements for testing vary by country and are constantly changing. Different countries may require a PCR test, rapid antigen test, or some countries may require an antibody blood test. Before you travel, check with your travel provider and destination country to determine what is required for entry.

Select London Drugs locations offer Asymptomatic COVID-19 RT-PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction) and Rapid Antigen Testing. Sample collection is done in our Diagnostic Accreditation Program (DAP) approved consultation rooms in partnership with TestNTravel at select store locations in Alberta, FastTest at select London Drugs store locations in BC, or in partnership with select Care Point Medical & Wellness Clinics in the Lower Mainland. These certified tests are suitable for those that need it for work, school, or international travel. For more information and pricing visit londondrugs.com/covid19