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Since 1987, March has been designated as Women’s History Month, and in the healthcare space, women have long faced unique issues and barriers to overcome.  Community pharmacies have long served as an avenue to break through these hurdles, offering convenient, accessible, and trusted support for a wide variety of common women’s health needs. If you […]

Managing prescribed medication is critical to follow through with your healthcare provider’s medical advice. Yet up to 50% of patients do not take medications as they are prescribed, and this can seriously affect the efficacy of them, leading to serious health risks. Pharmacists are one of the most accessible and knowledgeable healthcare professionals available to

Every year, 4.5 million Americans require a blood transfusion, and to meet this demand, January has been designated National Blood Donor Month, a time dedicated to helping bolster the nation’s supply of healthy blood for those in need. While everyone over the age of 16 in most states is eligible to donate blood, other variables

The peak of influenza season usually occurs between December and February, so taking extra steps to stay healthy matters now more than ever for both yourself and those within your home.  Over forty million people reported flu cases with many symptoms, including fevers, nasal congestion, and head and muscle aches. While most are mild, the

Medicare continues to be one of the most widely used and essential healthcare services for Americans, and in 2025, some notable cost and policy changes are scheduled to take effect. If you or a loved one are over 65, you automatically qualify for Medicare coverage, including many cost-saving benefits.  For specific questions about your eligibility

Sometimes, adhering to medical directions can fall to the wayside, and it’s a risk that carries real consequences. Unfortunately, it’s quite common, as an estimated 50% of treatment failures, 125,000 deaths, and 25% of hospitalizations occur after patients fail to follow medical prescription guidelines. It’s an easy but costly mistake to make, but by setting

Whether you plan to spend your time swimming, hiking, or just lounging around outside, summer is a welcome break before the busy fall. There’s nothing like the summer season where days are long, but throughout these months, temperatures soar high and can make staying hydrated more of a challenge. While there are plenty of tips

While plenty of fun can be had in the sun this spring and summer, excessive sun exposure without sun safety can pose a serious risk of both short-term burns and long-term damage. Over one-third of Americans experience sunburns annually, and there are thousands of cases of skin cancer annually resulting from sun damage. Luckily, these

From warmer weather to more daylight, spring brings a welcome relief from winter.  However, these changes do come with a cost, and among them is an increase of pollen throughout the air, which can result in seasonal allergies that can drag even the brightest spring days down. The tiny plant particles that compose pollen irritate

Vaccinations are among the most powerful tools modern medicine provides for public health. It’s estimated that before 2040, as many as 50 million deaths will be prevented by their protection, and whether it’s measles, hepatitis, or COVID-19 and its variants, vaccines save lives around the world. While vaccines give immediate protection to the individual, they