Phone:

(403) 823-3345

Address:

140 Riverside Dr E, Drumheller, AB, T0J 0Y4

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What is Syphilis?

Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) that is caused by a bacteria.
 
How is Syphilis spread? Syphilis is spread when someone with the infection has condomless vaginal, anal and/ or oral sex with someone else.
 
Signs and symptoms › › › Sometimes painless, open sores can appear on or inside the penis, vagina, rectum or mouth. Swollen glands in the groin, behind the ears, under the jaw and in the armpits. A body rash and/or feeling like you have the flu.
 
Many people won’t have symptoms at the beginning of an infection, so it’s important to get tested often if you are sexually active
 
The number of babies born with syphilis is increasing.
 
If you are pregnant › › › You should be tested for syphilis as early as possible. If you have the infection, you can pass it on to your baby before it is born or when giving birth.
Untreated syphilis can cause birth defects and stillbirth. Treatment for syphilis is safe during pregnancy.
 
Talk to your partner(s) › › › If you have syphilis, you should tell your sexual partner(s) so that they can be tested and treated. If you are uncomfortable telling your partner(s), ask your doctor, nurse or local public health unit for help. Talk to your partner(s) about STI and the use of protection, so you can make an informed decision about your sexual health.
 
Getting treated › Syphilis can be cured with antibiotics.
 
For more information, visit: www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/ diseases/syphilis.html
 
https://myhealth.alberta.ca/HealthTopics/sexual-reproductive-health/Pages/Syphilis.aspx
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Prescription Refills – The clinic hours will be reduced for the Christmas and New Years Holidays

It is the patients responsibility to keep track of their refill dates.
Your prescription bottle includes the date, medication dosage and how many refills you have remaining. It is the patients responsibility to book an prescription renewal appointment with their Primary Physician before they will be out of medication
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If you have any questions about when your medication will expire, contact your Pharmacist.
In some instances your Pharmacy may be able to provide you with a short-term 30-day prescription extension, until the next available (non-urgent) appointment with your Primary Physician.
If you receive an extension from your Pharmacy, you must book a prescription renewal appointment with your Primary Physician to receive a new prescription and to discuss your current health and the effectiveness of your prescribed medication.
If your pharmacist is unable to provide any refills and your medication runs out before your Physician’s next available (non-urgent) appointment, we have a Walk-In Clinic available Monday to Friday excluding Holidays. Please see our News page for the current status https://drumhellerassociatedphysicians.ca/news/
However, certain prescriptions can only be refilled with your Primary Provider. These medications include but are not limited to: narcotics, sleeping pills, and ADHD medication, this class of medications are considered ‘controlled substances’.
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December 2025 Seniors Initiative Lunch and Learn

Drumheller Legion Branch #22 invites all seniors and their caregivers to attend their Community Seniors Initiative
Lunch & Learn – Bending and Lifting Techniques
Thursday December 18, 2025 @ 12:30pm
Lunch and Learns are open to all seniors as well as caregivers in the community, free lunch will be provided.
For more information please call 403-823-5611
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Walk-In Clinic Start Time – Tuesday December 9th, 2025

Please note that the walk-in clinic with start at 1pm – 4pm or until capacity is reached.
Emergencies will be seen at the Drumheller Health Centre (351 – 9th St. N.W.) 403-823-6500
The Walk-In Clinic will return to regular business hours on Wednesday December 10th, 2025, 12:00pm – 5:00pm, or until capacity is reached.
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Walk-In Clinic FAQ

The walk-in is open Monday – Friday excluding holidays, from 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm, or until capacity is reached. In the event that the walk-in hours change this will be posted on our social media and website.
For all Emergencies such as but not limited to: suspected broken bones, severe blood pressure elevations, shortness of breath or chest pain; please attend the Emergency Department at the Hospital.
If you are requiring immediate medical attention or unable to transport yourself safely to your nearest Health Centre dial 911.
If you need Medical Advice please dial 811 (Healthlink).
The Walk-In clinic is for non-emergency visits only.
The clinic is run in a first come, first served schedule.
Due to the time constraints of the Walk-In clinic schedule, patients are allocated one concern each. If you require a longer visit for multiple concerns please book an appointment to see your Primary Provider.
The following CANNOT be completed by the physician covering the Walk-In clinic and you must book an appointment with your Primary Provider for any of the following:
Forms
Triplicates/ controlled prescriptions ie. narcotics and benzodiazepines.
Drivers Medicals
Referrals
Complete Checks
Please be aware, that there may be urgent situations where the Walk-In schedule may need to be altered or the Walk-In clinic is closed. We make every effort to ensure our patients get the best care and the Walk-In schedule is only altered if absolutely necessary.
Your patience and understanding is appreciated.
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