Raising Awareness of Juvenile Arthritis
Author: Michaela Wachal, Clinical Pharmacist Many people don’t realize arthritis affects people of all ages, not just adults. July is National Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month. This month is a time to raise awareness and education about juvenile arthritis. Over 300,000 kids in the U.S. are living with juvenile arthritis, according to the Arthritis National Research…
Read MoreWhat is Growth Hormone Deficiency?
Author: Brian Jones, Clinical Pharmacist The National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD) helps raise awareness about conditions many people have never encountered. Increased awareness for these conditions often leads to medical advancements and improved patient resources. One rare condition that has benefited from awareness and improved treatment options is growth hormone deficiency (GHD). GHD is…
Read MoreAnswers to Your Hepatitis C Questions
Author: Michaela Wachal About 2.7 million people have hepatitis C in the U.S. alone, according to HepC.com. While millions of Americans are living with this virus, many don’t understand how it affects their bodies or whether or not it can be cured. It’s normal to have a lot of questions. Hepatitis C, also called hep…
Read MoreSummer Recipes to Help Avoid Crohn’s Flare-Ups
Author: Megan Hall, Registered Dietitian People with Crohn’s disease often have to pay close attention to the foods they eat. Dietary restrictions can be frustrating, but you can mix up your meals and enjoy your favorite summer flavors without triggering a Crohn’s flare-up. Here are some summer recipes that are easy to make and easy…
Read MoreManaging Summer Psoriasis
Author: Amy Adams Living with psoriasis can be tricky during the summertime. Many popular summer activities can either help improve your psoriasis or make plaques worse. Some people with psoriasis feel extra pressure to keep their skin clear during the warm months when tank tops, shorts and other more revealing clothes are popular. Keep reading to…
Read MoreAsthma Basics: What You Need to Know
Author: Michaela Wachal One in 13 people has asthma, according to the Center for Disease Control (CDC). Asthma is one of the most common and most costly diseases across the U.S.* Here is what you need to know about asthma. Asthma Basics Asthma is a chronic condition that causes a person’s airways narrow and swell,…
Read MoreEasier. Healthier. Happier.
Specialty Pharmacy with Hy-Vee Pharmacy Solutions Hy-Vee Pharmacy Solutions (HPS) is here to make your life easier, healthier and happier. Living with a chronic, complex condition can be hard. As a specialty pharmacy, we provide the individualized care and support patients need to focus on what is most important- their health and wellbeing. This blog…
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