Loblaw's new health and wellness app
includes live chat with registered nurses and dietitians, plus the
opportunity to earn PC Optimum™ rewards through
custom digital health programs
BRAMPTON, ON, March 4, 2021 /CNW/ - Loblaw Companies Limited
(TSX: L), ("Loblaw") announced today the Northwest Territories launch of the PC
Health app, a new health and wellness app powered by League,
available for free on the App Store or Google Play. The app
empowers Canadians with convenient access to healthcare resources
and support – where and how they want it. After initially
launching in Atlantic Canada in
October 2020, the app is now
available for download across Canada (excluding Quebec at this time). Loblaw plans
continue to expand the capabilities of the app by adding services
such as integrated wearable devices and digital pharmacy.
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Northwest Territories residents
can log on to the PC Health app to connect with care
navigators who are available to help guide users through the
complex health care landscape to help find the support they are
looking for, whether that means a healthcare provider such as a
dentist or family doctor, or a nearby medical facility that's open
late. Users can also get health or nutrition guidance via free live
chat with a registered nurse or dietitian, see their personal
health goals and work to meet them through daily activities
outlined in a variety of health programs. Appointments with
Canadian-licensed general practitioners and specialists are also
available via Maple Virtual Care* where users can get a diagnosis,
treatment and prescription directly through their device.
PC Health users will have access to free health
programs built into the app that are designed to help them develop
healthy habits through tips for living a healthier lifestyle.
Programs are available that are tailored to individual needs and
interests, from maternal and family health or diet and nutrition
programs, to mental health or anxiety management. Users can
also purchase specially curated health and wellness products
and earn PC Optimum™ points select products and
services as well as by completing health programs.
Loblaw has leveraged its extensive expertise in food and
nutrition along with experience in healthcare and pharmacy gained
through Shoppers Drug Mart Inc. to create what it believes to be a
one stop digital health tool for Canadians. Owned by Loblaw,
Shoppers Drug Mart is Canada's
number one provider of pharmacy products and services and together
the companies are uniquely positioned to help Canadians navigate a
complex healthcare system.
"Our company's purpose is to help Canadians live life well and
the PC Health app is an innovative and powerful new tool
that we really think brings this to life," said Jeff Leger, President, Shoppers Drug Mart.
"This app combines our company's expertise – health and wellness
advice, nutrition, and rewards – into a healthcare solution for
Canadians that can live right at their fingertips."
By completing a health profile on the app, each user receives
personalized recommendations based on their own particular health
needs or interests. "Since launching in Atlantic Canada, we've had really great
feedback from customers who are interacting with both the care
teams and healthcare programs and have been excited by how helpful
they are in meeting their specific needs," said Leger. "Whether
Canadians need help finding a local physician, want support with
simple meal planning or are looking to better understand their
sleep habits, the PC Health app has the tools to help them
better manage their health and wellbeing."
Loblaw partnered with health-tech leader, League, to provide the
technology and digital health expertise behind the app. League's
proven care delivery, personalization model and behavioural science
knowledge were essential in the platform's development and future
scalability.
The PC Health app is available across Canada, with the exception of Quebec at this time, in both English and
French. Download it for free on the App Store or Google Play. For
more information visit pchealth.ca.
About Loblaw Companies Limited:
Loblaw Companies
Limited is Canada's food and
pharmacy leader, with a network of more than 2,400 corporate,
franchised and Associate-owned locations in communities across the
country. Loblaw's purpose – Live Life Well® – supports the
needs and well-being of Canadians who make one billion visits each
year to the company's stores.
Shoppers Drug Mart Inc. is one of the most recognized and
trusted names in Canadian retailing. The company is the licensor of
full-service retail drug stores operating under the name Shoppers
Drug Mart (Pharmaprix in Québec). With almost 1,300 Shoppers
Drug Mart® and Pharmaprix® stores
operating in prime locations in each province and two territories,
the company is one of the most convenient retailers
in Canada.
The PC® Health Logo
is a trademark of Loblaws Inc., used under license.
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SOURCE Loblaw Companies Limited