(Carrick Pharmacy News) With spring in full swing, you may be planning to do a deep house cleaning. But there are some spring cleaning health hazards you’ll want to avoid. Because many cleaning products can contain hazardous chemicals and lifting heavy objects can lead to injuries, it’s important to follow these tips to keep yourself …
(Carrick Pharmacy News) Because of risks associated with the Janssen COVID-19 vaccine, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has limited its use in certain people. The vaccine is now only recommended for those: 18 years of age and older For whom other authorized or approved COVID-19 vaccines are not available or clinically …
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(Carrick Pharmacy News) The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a first-of-its-kind medication to treat type 2 diabetes. This newly approved medication is called Mounjaro (tirzepatide). The FDA approved it in combination with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar in adults with type 2 diabetes. It is available as an injection and …
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(Carrick Pharmacy News) The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved an oral formulation for an amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) treatment. This new approval is found under the name Radicava ORS (edaravone). It is available as a suspension that is taken by mouth in the morning. This new approval is the oral version of …
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(Carrick Pharmacy News) Unfortunately, the pandemic isn’t over yet. Health officials are still updating travel recommendations as conditions change. This most recent update may come as a surprise to those who were happy to see the end of the mask mandate for public transportation. Now, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has recommended …
(Carrick Pharmacy News) We see nutrition labels every day on nearly everything we eat. But what good are they if we don’t understand what we’re actually eating? Here are some ways to decode the label and some of the ingredients we often see. Let’s start at the beginning. 1) Serving Size This is found at …
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Monkeypox: What You Need to Know Multiple countries that don’t usually see monkeypox activity are reporting cases of the virus, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). That includes one case in the United States.
(Carrick Pharmacy News) Kidney stones may be small, but they can pack a lot of pain. Read on to find out how you can reduce your chance of developing kidney stones. Kidney stones form in the kidneys and can cause discomfort and pain. They can be small, but large ones can become stuck in the …
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(Carrick Pharmacy News) Ever feel like your brain needs a boost? You may be able to find what you’re looking for in your pantry or refrigerator. Some foods have been linked to better brain health, with positive effects like improved memory and cognition. That means you may be able to promote brain health with your …
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(Carrick Pharmacy News) There’s a lot of talk about how to eat healthily at restaurants, but what about at home? That all starts at the grocery store. And that’s why we have put together this quick list of tips on how to grocery shop for healthier eating. Get the information below. 1. Bring a Shopping …
