January is Thyroid Awareness Month! Did you know? Thyroid diseases are very common and affects as many as 30 million Americans. Common thyroid disorders include the following: Hyperthyroidism Hypothyroidism Hashimoto’s disease Grave’s disease Goiter Thyroid nodules The thyroid is considered as the master gland of metabolism and energy. Depending on…
January 12 is National Pharmacist Day and it’s a good opportunity for everyone to show appreciation to all pharmacists in the health community. This day also celebrates the expansive role that pharmacists have today that go beyond dispensing medication. Alex Evans, PharmD, CGP who works in a community pharmacy in…
The holiday season is among the busiest travel periods of the year. A breaking number of 107.3 million Americans are expected to travel from December 23 in time for Christmas and to January 1 to spend New Year’s Day with family and friends. Whether you’re traveling by car or plane,…
Are you socially conscious or know of someone who is? Holiday gift-giving is a good opportunity to pay it forward and raise awareness of the causes you believe in. Here’s a round-up of some of our favorite charitable gifts from our friends in the health community. Echo the Owl, $12…
May is American Stroke Month, a time to raise awareness and educate on how to prevent and recognize the warning signs of a stroke before it happens. Having a stroke is the third leading cause of death behind heart disease and cancer in the United States. It afflicts about 700,000 Americans…
Truths you should know about insect allergies No one likes getting stung by a bee. It can be traumatizing for a young child and annoying for everyone else. But for those with insect allergies, it can also be life-threatening. The most serious insect allergic reactions are to five insects: Yellow jackets Honeybees…
According to the National Stroke Association, there are 6.8 million adult stroke survivors in the U.S. Learn the warning signs of a stroke. Act FAST and CALL 9-1-1 or press the button on your One Call Alert IMMEDIATELY at any sign of a stroke. Use FAST to remember the warning signs. Stroke…
This season give yourself the holiday gift of peace of mind with a medical ID bracelet that fits your personality. It’s easy with our interchangeable Mingle collection. Plates are available in stainless steel, sterling silver, gold filled, and 10kt gold with embossed, red, black, or aqua emblems. We’ve designed these…
Each year on September 21, Alzheimer’s disease research and support organizations come together to raise awareness about the condition as part of World Alzheimer’s Day. Because the person diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease often requires care, the community of supporters extends well beyond those diagnosed with the disease. What is Alzheimer’s…
September may be the turning point between seasons. Summer fades into the cooler weather of spring as leaves change and the air lightens. But the month is also an opportunity for people around the country to rally support for raising awareness of hydrocephalus during National Hydrocephalus Awareness month. Hydrocephalus is…
