[Dennis and Carol]

This is a question for our Canadian friends. Does one need a written doctor's perscription to purchase drugs for things like blood pressure or thyroid supplements in Canada. I had intended to get a years supply while in Yuma, but we had to leave in a hurry due to an emergency in the Northwest. My perscriptions have run out and my doctor here requires 2 office visits and a bunch of blood tests before renewing them. Total costs will be $3-$400 and because he will not bill this as a "Wellness Examination", our insurance will not cover it. These perscriptions have not changed in 5 years. I would really rather not take them, but by now my body is probably dependent upon them to regulate itself. At the present time, we are a lot closer to Canada than Mexico. All responses will be greatly appreciated.

Thanks, Dennis