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5 TIPS TO Manage your cholesterol naturally

Understanding your cholesterol and how to manage it doesn’t have to be scary. Not all cholesterol is bad cholesterol. Your body needs a...

YOU CAN KEEP YOUR RESOLUTIONS. HERE'S HOW.

It’s that time of year again…the time when we make resolutions to do things differently this year. We’re going to travel more, eat...

SEASONAL AFFECTIVE DISORDER: MORE THAN JUST THE 'WINTER BLUES'

As the temperature drops and the days get shorter, it feels like all everyone is talking about is holiday cheer. Although winter brings...

UNDERSTANDING THE RISKS OF TYPE 2 DIABETES

It is estimated that a staggering 37.3 million people living in the United States have diabetes. This works out to about 1 in 10—and...

HOW MUCH DO YOU KNOW ABOUT PHARMACY?

Since 2004, October has been designated in the U.S. as American Pharmacists Month. During this month, we recognize pharmacies and the...

WHEN IS FLU SEASON REALLY?

Every year, chain pharmacies begin marketing flu shots earlier, with some even offering them as early as July. But when does flu season...

10 TIPS FOR BACK-TO-SCHOOL HEALTH

It’s that time of year again—the kiddos are heading back to school! That means buying school supplies, planning lunches, and practicing...

Medication Compliance: What It Is and How to Achieve It

Medication compliance. It’s a term that pharmacists, doctors, and other healthcare providers use frequently, but it may be unfamiliar to...

Drug Nutrient Depletion - What You Need to Know

Have you ever taken a medication, and later felt worse than before? Have your medications left you tired, more anxious, achy, nauseous,...

In a World Full of Options, Why You Should Choose a Local Pharmacy

Shopping local is always a topic that is near and dear to a community pharmacy’s heart. We are part of the community we serve; we raise...

High Blood Pressure: Risk Factors and Prevention

When it comes to heart health, we’re often told to make sure we keep an eye on our blood pressure. We know that we want to avoid having...

5 Tips to Stay Healthy While Traveling

Warmer weather means spring break travel is right around the corner! Planning a vacation is fun—but an unexpected illness can throw a...