Important Hand Washing Reminders to Keep You Healthy this Cold and Flu Season
Author: Amy Adams, Clinical Pharmacist As cold and flu season begins, many people begin to look for ways to avoid getting sick. While there are many tips and tricks, one of the most effective ways to stay healthy is to practice good hand washing technique. Washing your hands well and often can help keep you…
Read MoreUnderstanding How Patients Access Medication from a Specialty Pharmacy
Author: Teresa Kelley, Clinical Operations Supervisor For many people, the first time they hear about a specialty pharmacy is when they’re prescribed a specialty medication. Specialty pharmacies operate a little differently than traditional, retail pharmacies. This can cause confusion when it’s time for patients to start taking their specialty medication. Hy-Vee Pharmacy Solutions (HPS) wants…
Read MoreChemo Brain: What it is and How to Cope
Author: Brian Jones, Clinical Pharmacist Chemo brain is a term widely used to describe chemotherapy-related cognitive impairment. In other words, chemo brain is a mental fog caused by or connected to your cancer treatment. Even though it’s called “chemo brain,” chemotherapy is only one potential cause of this mental fog. Learn more about this common…
Read More10 Ways to Overcome Your Fear of Self-Injection
Author: Michaela Wachal, Clinical Pharmacist It’s perfectly normal to be nervous around needles. Many people are uncomfortable when their doctor starts talking about shots, needle sticks and syringes. It’s important that this fear does not stop you from getting the health care you need, especially if you are prescribed a self-injection medication. Self-injections are a…
Read MoreThe Truth About Service Dogs
Author: Amy Adams, Clinical Pharmacist People bringing emotional support peacocks, ducks, kangaroos and other exotic animals on airplanes often lead to viral news headlines. While it’s fun to read about these wild stories, it’s important to remember the difference between emotional support animals and service dogs. Both are important lifelines for many people but there…
Read More5 Fertility Fundamentals
Author: Abby Cate, Clinical Pharmacist There’s a lot of information available about improving your reproductive health and increasing your chances of getting pregnant. It can be hard to know what’s best for your body and your family. It’s important to remember that your body is unique and each couple has their own fertility struggles and…
Read More2 Truths and a Lie about Vaccines
Author: Michaela Wachal, Clinical Pharmacist Before your kids head back to school, make sure they’re up to date on all their vaccinations. You may have questions about vaccine safety and potential side effects. As a pharmacist and a mother, I want what’s best for my kids. Let me assure you, vaccinations are safe for your…
Read More7 Tips to Manage MS This Summer
Author: Amy Adams, Clinical Pharmacist Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a condition that affects the brain, spinal cord and other parts of the central nervous system. In many cases, people with MS will have difficulty with balance, vision and muscle control. One way to manage MS symptoms is to stay cool, which is not always easy…
Read MoreExercising with Chronic Pain: Is it Worth it?
Author: Brian Jones, Clinical Pharmacist Pain alerts you when something is wrong. In many cases, this helps keep you safe. For people who live with chronic pain, however, pain is often part of everyday life. Chronic pain is common among U.S. adults. A report from the American Academy of Pain Medicine says that chronic pain…
Read More4 Surprising Facts About Juvenile Arthritis
One out of every 250 children is living with joint swelling, pain and other arthritis symptoms. Learn more about JA by checking out our infographic!
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