Cannabidiol or CBD is one of the many chemicals found in the cannabis plant. CBD is not associated with any of the psychoactive effects of marijuana but does have a number of the same potential medical benefits. Some studies have shown that CBD may be an effective therapy for anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD),Read more
With the blooms of spring and summer faded, some people may not have many problems with allergies. For others it can be even worse. Ragweed is the biggest offender in the fall, starting near the end of August and continuing into October. Mold growing in leaf piles and dirty furnace filters being turned on forRead more
This year’s flu season is shaping up to be unlike anything we’ve seen in our lives. With COVID-19 and the flu circulating at the same time it will be even more important to protect yourself from illness. With that in mind, our pharmacists highly recommend getting the seasonal flu vaccine when it becomes available. AtRead more
A stroke is a sudden interruption in the blood supply of the brain. It can be caused by a blockage in an artery that feeds the brain or by bleeding in the brain. When considering the signs of a stroke think FAST. F-facial drooping A-arm weakness S-speech difficulties T-time to call 911. Time is absolutelyRead more
Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of heel pain. It is characterized by inflammation of the thick band of tissue that connects the heel with the toes. It can lead to intense, stabbing pain in the heel that is often worse after periods of inactivity. Some risk factors for plantar fasciitis areRead more
Turmeric is a spice that comes from a plant and is commonly used in Asian cuisine. The root of the turmeric plant is used to make medicine. There are several diseases that turmeric has been used to treat. It seems to be most useful for osteoarthritis, hay fever, and to reduce some types of highRead more
Brought to you by Tina Hausner – PharmD Having the right balance of bacteria in your gut is linked to numerous health benefits, including weight loss, improved digestion, enhanced immune function, healthier skin, and a reduced risk of other diseases. This balance can be disrupted by taking antibiotics to cure infections. Many fermented foods andRead more
Brought to you by Ben Koble – PharmD Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) is a process of tracking glucose levels around the clock without obtaining a blood sample. There are a few components of CGM -a sensor that has a small wire running under the skin, and a reader that gets the value from the sensorRead more
Brought to you by Andrew Altobelli – RPH Prediabetes, also known as borderline diabetes or impaired glucose tolerance, is when your blood sugar level is higher than it should be but not high enough for your doctor to diagnose you with diabetes. Almost all people who develop type II diabetes have prediabetes first. About 84Read more
What is Pharmaceutical Compounding? Compounding is the preparation and dispensing of personalized medications that have prescribed to meet a patient’s individual needs. Many people have unique health needs that off-the-shelf prescription medicines cannot meet. For them, customized, compounded medications prepared by specially trained, licensed compounding pharmacists are the best way to meet these needs. AtRead more
