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 Nunavut 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.
Nunavut 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