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Minor Ailments and Contraception Service (MACS)
As of June 1, 2023, pharmacists can provide a consultation, assessment, and prescribe for 21 minor ailments, emergency contraception, and birth control. We recommend you book an appointment on the provincial MACS booking system, or if you have a more immediate issue, you can come to one of our 3 locations for a walk-in appointment (please call ahead for availability). The 21 minor ailments we can help you with are:
- Allergies (allergic rhinitis)
- Cold sores
- Fungal infections
- Heartburn (acid reflux)
- Hemorrhoids
- Headaches
- Impetigo
- Pink eye (conjunctivitis)
- Shingles
- Sprains and strains
- Skin rash (dermatitis)
- Threadworms or pinworms
- Uncomplicated urinary tract infection
- Vaginal candidiasis (yeast infection)
- Indigestion (upset stomach)
- Itching, including from bug bites
- Menstrual pain
- Mild acne
- Nicotine dependence
- Oral fungal infections (thrush)
- Oral ulcers (canker sores)
- Allergies (allergic rhinitis)
- Cold sores
- Fungal infections
- Heartburn (acid reflux)
- Hemorrhoids
- Headaches
- Impetigo
- Pink eye (conjunctivitis)
- Shingles
- Sprains and strains
- Skin rash (dermatitis)
- Threadworms or pinworms
- Uncomplicated urinary tract infection
- Vaginal candidiasis (yeast infection)
- Indigestion (upset stomach)
- Itching, including from bug bites
- Menstrual pain
- Mild acne
- Nicotine dependence
- Oral fungal infections (thrush)
- Oral ulcers (canker sores)
The consultation and assessment service, emergency contraception and birth control are provided at no charge to residents of BC. Any other medications prescribed are subject to your Fair PharmaCare deductible. We have private counselling offices to ensure your privacy during your consultation. Book your appointment today!
FAQs
Where can I get assessed for a UTI in Kamloops without a doctor?
Kipp-Mallery Pharmacy can assess and prescribe treatment for uncomplicated urinary tract infections through BC’s Minor Ailments and Contraception Service (MACS). Available at all three Kamloops locations: Downtown (250-372-2531), Dallas (778-469-5271), and Landmark (236-425-0025). Book through the provincial MACS booking system or call for walk-in availability. The assessment is free for BC residents with a BC Services Card.
How do I book a minor ailments appointment in Kamloops?
Book your MACS appointment online at the provincial booking system or call any Kipp-Mallery location for walk-in availability: Downtown (250-372-2531), Dallas (778-469-5271), or Landmark (236-425-0025). We have private consultation rooms at all locations. Appointments take 15-20 minutes and are free for BC residents.
