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We don't want you to just be healthy. We want you to understand why and how to be healthy. And, as a community pharmacy, we want to be part of your health journey as a trusted healthcare resource.
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World Immunization Week
World Immunization Week is April 24-30. Learn about different vaccinations and why it's important to stay protected against these diseases.
Apr 21 min read
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All about IBS
IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) is a gastrointestinal condition that causes recurrent attacks of abdominal pain or discomfort in...
Apr 21 min read
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National Public Health Week
National Public Health Week is April 7-13. During this week, we want to take a moment to highlight some information that will keep you safe.
Apr 21 min read
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Nutrition Month
Let's talk about nutrition!
Mar 101 min read
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Patient Safety Week
Patient Safety Week is March 9-15. It is crucial to prevent avoidable harm during healthcare treatment. Take a moment to learn about...
Mar 101 min read
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Heart Failure
The lifetime risk of heart failure has increased to 24%; approximately 1 in 4 people will develop heart failure in their lifetime.
Feb 111 min read
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Chron's and Ulcerative Colitis Awareness
Wondering if your bowel issues are something you ate or something more serious? Learn more about Chron's and Ulcerative Colitis in our...
Dec 1, 20241 min read
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Diabetes vs. Prediabetes
Did you know that many people are at risk of diabetes without knowing it? Learn how to watch for prediabetes and diabetes, as well as how...
Nov 14, 20241 min read
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Breast Cancer Awareness
We all age, so it's important that we all know what types of preventative care we should keep on our radar as we do so we can stay in...
Oct 15, 20241 min read
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Healthy Aging
We all age, so it's important that we all know what types of preventative care we should keep on our radar as we do so we can stay in...
Oct 4, 20241 min read
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Opioid Awareness Day (August 31)
Can 1 MINUTE of information save a life? This minute might! Let's work together toward ending the #opioidcrisis through education & action!
Aug 31, 20241 min read
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ACIP Vaccine Updates
Didn't have time to sit in on ACIP's summer meeting? Our newest Clinical Tidbit has a summary of the vaccine recommendation updates.
Aug 6, 20241 min read
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Nutrient Deficiency & Calcium
There can be serious consequences of calcium deficiency. This tidbit covers symptoms of deficiency and what you can do to supplement.
Jul 18, 20241 min read
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Sun Safety
For UV Safety Month, we review the basics of sun safety, including how to choose a sunscreen and which meds increase sun sensitivity.
Jul 1, 20241 min read
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Pneumococcal Vaccine
We take a deep dive into the pneumococcal vaccines, addressing the history, guidelines, and the PneumoRecs app.
Jun 17, 20241 min read
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Nutrient Deficiency & Oral Contraceptives
With 14% of women 15-49 years old taking oral contraceptives, we review the nutrients those medications deplete and products that may help.
Nov 3, 20231 min read
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Pediatric RSV
RSV vaccine for adults 60 and older has been reviewed, and now it’s the pediatric RSV vaccine’s turn!
Oct 27, 20231 min read
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Nutrient Deficiency & Zinc
Zinc has a HUGE impact on the body's function, and our bodies can't make it. We review options for adding zinc through diet and supplements.
Oct 13, 20231 min read
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HealthOnHand Telehealth Services
We are joined by Dr. Goodwin to discuss the shortage of primary care coverage and our new solution to address this concern.
Sep 29, 20231 min read
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Nutrient Deficiency & Co-Q10
Wonder what goes into a pharmacist recommendation of Co-Q10? We review what Co-Q10 does for the body and what can cause it to be depleted.
Sep 22, 20231 min read
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