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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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Give Your Heart Some Love
February is American Heart Month and a time when all people are encouraged to focus on their cardiovascular health. Heart disease is the...
Feb 1, 20244 min read
Healthy Habits for the New Year
For many, the new year marks an opportunity to reflect on the past year and start fresh. We make New Year’s resolutions to change for the...
Jan 1, 20244 min read
5 Reasons to Choose Your Local Community Pharmacy
Your medications are personal – and having your prescriptions filled from a warehouse across the country by strangers is the opposite of...
Dec 1, 20234 min read
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
Antibiotics: The Importance of Compliance and Antimicrobial Resistance
Antibiotics are an essential part of treatment for many infections and can save lives, but any time antibiotics are used, they can cause...
Nov 1, 20233 min read
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
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
Struggling With Mental Health? You’re Not Alone!
Many people around the world struggle with their mental health and although some individuals struggle more than others, resulting in a...
Oct 1, 20234 min read
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
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
COVID-19 Vaccines
The emergency proclamation for COVID-19 may have ended earlier this year, but the virus is still circulating. We answer questions here!
Sep 18, 20231 min read
RSV Vaccine
Lots of research and reviews happen before a new vaccine comes to market. We review the work that went into the new RSV vaccine.
Sep 8, 20231 min read
Flu Vaccines: Everything You Need to Know
Flu season is almost here and let’s face it — no one has time for sniffles and coughs. Save yourself the time and suffering. You have the...
Sep 1, 20233 min read
Myths About Medications
With so many available resources online now, misconceptions about medications are becoming more and more common. But taking medication...
Aug 1, 20233 min read
Top 7 Chronic Diseases in America
It is likely that you or someone you know has suffered from some type of chronic disease. Chronic diseases, such as diabetes, stroke, or...
Jul 1, 20235 min read
Combating 7 of the Most Common Nutrient Deficiencies
For most, having a healthy lifestyle is a top priority. Eating a balanced diet and exercising regularly are often the first things people...
Jun 1, 20234 min read
Women’s Health: Hormones 101
What are Hormones? ¹ Hormones are your body’s chemical messengers that travel in your bloodstream to tissues or organs. Endocrine glands,...
May 1, 20232 min read
Your Immunization Questions - Answered
Immunizations: They help keep us healthy and protect us from contracting preventable diseases. However, many people don’t know what how...
Apr 1, 20234 min read
Become a Healthier You with Better Sleep
We all love getting a good night’s rest, but have you considered sleep as an essential factor in your physical and mental health? While...
Mar 1, 20234 min read
Blood Pressure and the Importance of Knowing Your Numbers.
What is Blood Pressure? When your heart pumps blood through your arteries, the blood puts pressure on the artery walls which is what is...
Feb 1, 20233 min read
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