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Spending time outdoors is one of the best parts of summer, but without proper sun protection, even short bursts of exposure can damage your skin. The CDC reports that over 33% of U.S. adults get sunburned each year, increasing their risk of premature aging and skin cancer, including melanoma, the deadliest form. Fortunately, sun safety […]

As summer heats up, it’s a good time to take a moment to think about how warmer temperatures can impact your medications. Whether you’re heading out on a summer road trip, enjoying long days outdoors, or simply trying to stay cool at home, storing medication safely can help protect your health by ensuring the medication

Spring is in full swing, but with the longer days and blue skies comes allergy season. Springtime allergies are a reaction to pollen released by trees, grass, and other plants this time of year, which can irritate and cause sneezing, itchy eyes, and runny noses. As many as fifty million Americans deal with allergies, with

Spring is here, and there’s no better time to organize your medicine cabinet so it’s safe and ready for whenever you need it next. Doing so does more than bring mental relief and order, it’s also an important way to check in and ensure all the medication you have on hand is safe and usable.

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